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Assistant Director of Development

College of Charleston

College of Charleston

Operations
North Charleston, SC, USA · Charleston, SC, USA
Posted on Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Assistant Director of Development

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

Posting Details

POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title Assistant Director of Development
Position Type Classified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration Non-Faculty
Pay Band 5
Level 3
Department Athletic Administration
Job Purpose
The Assistant Director of Development is a professional fundraising position that will focus on generating financial support in all areas of the CofC Athletic Fund which include the Cougar Club Annual Fund, Sport Specific Donations, and Special Event Fundraisers. This position will be responsible for managing a portfolio of donors to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts that align with the Athletic Department strategies and objectives. Additionally, this position will work closely with the Assistant Athletic Director for Development in the fulfillment of all donor benefits such as premium seating, parking, hospitality and membership services.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university. A master’s degree is preferred but not required. 1-3 years of experience in collegiate athletic development or related field. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Proven history of building lasting relationships with donors, prospects, fans and the public.
  • Must possess strong interpersonal skills ensuring the highest quality of customer service via phone, email, and in-person.
  • Experience showing the ability to generate philanthropic revenue in a collegiate athletics development setting or similar field.
  • Ability to prioritize assignments, meet deadlines, and perform tasks independently.
  • Must have strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to multi-task effectively.
  • Computer literacy with Microsoft Office products as well as donor software (i.e. Paciolan)
Additional Comments Regarding Position
This position will require night and weekend availability as well as the ability to lift at least 30 pounds.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.
Salary *$42,884 - $55,000
Posting Date 08/27/2024
Closing Date 09/09/2024
Benefits
  • Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
  • Retirement
  • Long Term Disability
  • Paid Holidays
  • Free CARTA Bus Service
  • Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Full Benefits Package – Click Here
Open Until Filled No
Posting Number 2024134
EEO Statement
The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/15862

Job Duties

Job Duties
Activity
Manage a portfolio of Athletic Fund donors and prospects with the goal of increasing philanthropic support for student-athlete scholarships and other giving initiatives. Conduct a set number of face-to-face visits with donors and prospects, as assigned by the Executive Director.
Essential or Marginal Essential
Percent of Time 25
Activity
Works closely with the Assistant Athletic Director of Development to ensure the timely fulfillment of all donor benefits which primarily focuses in the areas of premium seating, parking, hospitality, and membership services.
Essential or Marginal Essential
Percent of Time 20
Activity
Plan and develop strategies for the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of donors. Assists the Assistant Athletic Director of Development in creating and executing the Cougar Club Annual Giving and Marketing Plans.
Essential or Marginal Essential
Percent of Time 15
Activity
Assist the College of Charleston Athletic Fund staff in managing the daily fundraising operations of the office including areas such as gift processing, reporting, renewal mailings, membership/prospect communication, etc. Consistently provide an exceptional level of customer service to donors and prospects via phone, email, and other communication avenues.
Essential or Marginal Essential
Percent of Time 15
Activity
Manage the organization’s official website and Paciolan “E-Venue” donor software to ensure all content is up to date, accurate, and user-friendly, providing a positive online experience for donors.
Essential or Marginal Essential
Percent of Time 10
Activity
Assist in planning, set-up, and implementation of College of Charleston Athletic Funds special events including hospitality rooms for men’s basketball games.
Essential or Marginal Essential
Percent of Time 10
Activity
Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of the College of Charleston Athletic Fund.
Essential or Marginal Essential
Percent of Time 5

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • CofC - Alumni Career Services
    • College of Charleston Website
    • Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
    • Glassdoor
    • Handshake
    • HigherEdJobs
    • Indeed.com
    • Internal Job Posting
    • jbcjobs (Joint Base Charleston Military & Family Readiness)
    • Job Fair
    • LinkedIn
    • Monster.com
    • Personal Referral
    • Post and Courier
    • Public Job Posting
    • SC Government Website (Neogov)
    • SC Works (SC Department of Employment and Workforce)
    • Twitter
    • Word of mouth
    • Other
    • LGBT.net
    • The Society for College and University Planning
    • DiversityJobs.com (Circa)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter / Letter of Application
Optional Documents
  1. Other Document
  2. Other Document 2
  3. Other Document 3
  4. Form DD 214