Assistant Director, Development
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Posted on:
6 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Summary:
Cultivates and solicits private financial support from individuals foundations corporations and by special programs.
Essential Functions:
- Maintains a charitable giving program for the Athletics Department. Assists the Director of Development in establishing annual and long-range goals and objectives for generating private financial resources inclusive of individuals foundations corporations and other support.
- Prepares and implements funding raising solicitation materials prospect lists and reports as appropriate.
- Coordinates efforts of fund-raising volunteers as necessary.
- Acknowledges receipt of gifts from donors and implements appropriate stewardship programs.
- Makes direct calls to prospective contributors as necessary and appropriate.
Additional Position Information:
Education:
Requires a relevant Bachelors Degree.
Experience:
Preferred minimum 2 years experience fund raising or equivalent experience. Experience in higher education is preferred.
Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position please complete the online application and attach your resume.
Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.
Application Deadline: Applicant review will begin on December 10 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. For best consideration please submit your application by December 9 2025.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt):
Union Affiliation (if applicable):
For assistance with your application or attachments please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Natasha KuzminaEmail:
Background Check Statement
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health welfare and safety of all students employees and visitors on our campus. As such all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans.
State of Residence Statement
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that allwork performed as an employee ofthe University will be performed in Ohio.
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Fundraising
- Management Experience
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