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Assistant Athletic Director - Development

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Work Type: Administrative
Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Categories: Athletics and Coaching, Development and Foundation

Job Title

Assistant Athletic Director - Development

Department

Athletic Director

Salary

$63,668 - $80,116; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Assistant Athletic Director for Development/Major Gifts primary function is to develop, organize, and implement the comprehensive strategy for all major gift fundraising efforts for the Blue Raider Athletic Association (BRAA). This includes the fulfillment, execution, and budget oversight of the Sapphire Circle, the exclusive philanthropic giving society for MTSU Athletics.

Will also be responsible for tracking the team's major gift fundraising activities, such as monthly and quarterly solicitations, visits, and portfolio reviews.

This position reports to the BRAA’s Associate AD, Development & Chief Development Officer. It works closely with the MTSU Foundation staff and athletics leadership to execute fundraising initiatives to raise private donor support for the Build Blue campaign and MTSU Athletics.

There will be occasional extended work hours to include evening and weekend events, i.e., athletics events, donor trips, BRAA board meetings, fundraising events, etc., and other related tasks and special projects as assigned.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree required. Masters preferred.

Required Related Experience

Two (2) years of direct fundraising, revenue generation, or related experience in soliciting and closing gifts/deals of $5K (annually) and higher. Transferable, related experience such as marketing, admissions, public relations, alumni relations, trust officer, or sales will also be considered. Note: A Master's degree and one (1) year of experience in the areas listed above may be considered in lieu of the two years of experience.

Desirable Related Experience

Three (3) years of direct fundraising, revenue generation, or related experience in soliciting and closing gifts/deals of $5K (annually) and higher. Transferable, related experience such as marketing, admissions, public relations, alumni relations, trust officer, or sales may be considered.  Master's degree preferred.

Documents Needed to Apply

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MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:  

  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
  • 13 paid University holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
  • Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
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MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://w1.mtsu.edu/police/annual-security-report.php or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: November 25, 2024; for optimal consideration, please apply before October 18, 2024

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