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  • Assistant Athletic Director for Major Gifts

    University at Buffalo



    Assistant Athletic Director for Major Gifts



    Position Information

    Position Title: Assistant Athletic Director for Major Gifts
    Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
    Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/55922
    Job Type: Full-Time

    Posting Detail Information

    Position Summary


    The University at Buffalo (UB) Athletics Department seeks a dynamic and results-driven Assistant Athletic Director for Major Gifts to join our development team. Reporting to the Deputy Athletic Director for External, this position will play a pivotal role in securing significant philanthropic support to advance the mission of UB Athletics, including strategic initiatives supporting student-athletes.

    Key accountabilities and responsibilities



      • Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of 100 major gift prospects with the capacity to contribute $25,000 or more.

      • Develop and execute personalized engagement strategies to build strong relationships with donors, alumni, and friends of UB Athletics.

      • Collaborate with coaches, administrators, and campus partners to align fundraising efforts with department goals, including those related to NIL initiatives.

      • Plan and participate in donor events, game-day experiences, and other activities to engage potential and current supporters.

      • Support special campaigns, including facility enhancements, scholarship endowments, NIL initiatives, and programmatic priorities.

      • Maintain accurate and timely records of donor interactions and contributions in compliance with university policies.




    Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life. Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

    Why UB Athletics?
    UB Athletics supports over 400 student-athletes across 16 varsity sports in the NCAA Division I Mid-American Conference. Join us in fostering a culture of excellence on and off the field while making a lasting impact on our student-athletes lives. Be part of an innovative team committed to advancing NIL opportunities and positioning UB Athletics as a leader in collegiate sports.


    About the University at Buffalo
    The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of Americas leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.


    University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.



    Minimum Qualifications



    • Bachelors degree.

    • Minimum of three years of experience in development, fundraising, or a related field, preferably in collegiate athletics or higher education.

    • Proven track record of successfully securing major gifts and meeting fundraising goals.

    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse constituencies.

    • Strong organizational and project management abilities.

    • Familiarity with donor management systems (e.g., Advance, Evertrue, Salesforce).

    • Understanding of NCAA policies and trends in Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) is highly desirable.



    Preferred Qualifications


    Physical Demands


    Salary Range
    Commensurate with Experience

    Special Instructions Summary


    Is a background check required for this posting?
    Yes

    Contact Information

    Contact's Name: Heather Cooper
    Contact's Pronouns: she/her/hers
    Contact's Title: Associate Athletic Director for Human Resources
    Contact's Email: hrgibbs@buffalo.edu
    Contact's Phone: 716-645-3842

    Posting Dates

    Posted: 02/20/2025
    Deadline for Applicants:
    Date to be filled: 03/27/2025

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