Associate Athletic Director for Development University of the Pacific

Turn your passion for philanthropy and collegiate athletics into meaningful impact at University of the Pacific. As the Associate Athletic Director for Development youll lead fundraising strategy for Pacific Athletics cultivate and secure transformational major gifts and build relationships that directly support the student-athlete experience. This is an opportunity to bring your fundraising leadership to a nationally recognized university with Division I athleticswhile helping shape the future of philanthropic support for Pacific Athletics.

Another Sources clientUniversity of the Pacific is recruiting anAssociate Athletic Director for Developmentto join their team in Stockton California.

This is an in-person role and the successful candidate will be expected torelocatewithin California preferably within 25 miles of Pacifics Stockton campus. Relocationassistancecan be provided.

Heresa little about University of the Pacific:

Founded in 1851 University of the Pacific is Californias first university and a nationally recognized private institution known for preparing students to lead with purpose. With a strong emphasis on personalized education innovation and service Pacific combines the resources and opportunities of a comprehensive university with the close-knit feel of a student-centered community.

Pacific has three unique campuses across Northern California. Itsflagship 175-acreStockton campus is consistently recognized as one of the most beautiful college campuses in America. As the only West Coast university featuring collegiate gothic architecture Pacific offers a distinctive campus experience complemented by iconic carillon bells Division I athletics and the renowned Faye Spanos Concert Hall.Additionalcampuses in Sacramento and San Francisco extend Pacifics impact across the state supporting nationally recognized programs in health sciences law business and more.

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About this role:

The Associate Athletic Director for Development is an opportunity for an accomplished fundraiser to lead philanthropic strategy for Pacific Athletics while personally cultivating the major donor relationships that can have a lasting impact on student-athletes and the university.

As a member of both University Development and Athletics leadership youll lead Athletics fundraising with a primary focus on major gifts manage a portfolio of high-capacity prospects and partner with university leaders coaches development colleagues and volunteers to translate Pacifics priorities into compelling philanthropic opportunities.

This is both a strategic and hands-on fundraising role.Youllprovide leadership to Athletics development staff whileremainingactively engaged with donorsbuilding relationships developing individualized strategies and securing major gifts of $100000 and above.

How you will spend your time

• Lead the fundraising strategy for Pacific Athletics including major gifts campaign priorities annual fundraising goals and donor engagement.

• Manage a portfolio of high-capacity prospects and donors moving relationships through identification qualification cultivation solicitation and stewardship.

• Develop individualized donor strategies in partnership with Athletics University Development campus leaders coaches and volunteers.

• Build collaborative relationships with frontline development officers across Pacifics schools and colleges to effectively co-manage shared prospects and maximize philanthropic opportunities.

• Lead and develop Athletics development staffestablishingclear expectations performance metrics and accountability for fundraising results.

• Strengthen the partnership between Athletics development and University Developments Annual Giving team aligning priorities across crowdfunding Pacifics annual Giving Day donor pipelines and communications.

• Develop proposals briefings donor correspondence and other materials that advance major gift conversations and philanthropic commitments.

• Ensure Athletics priorities are represented within University Developments broader strategic and campaign planning.

• Build and sustain relationships with alumni parents friends community leaders corporations foundations and volunteers whose interests align with Pacific Athletics.

• Oversee Athletics development operations including budget planning program effectiveness donor events and collaboration with annual giving and advancement services.

• Partner with the Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations onadditionalpriorities that advance Pacifics philanthropic goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent. Two years of full-time experience in the same or a similar position may substitute for one year of completed post-high-school education coursework.

• Seven or more years of progressively responsible fundraising experience preferably in higher education or athletics.

• Demonstratedsuccesssecuring major gifts of $100000 or more.

• Experience managing donor portfolios and successfully moving prospects through the fundraising cycle.

• Experience developing and executingcampaignand fundraising strategies.

• Demonstrated experience leadingannual givingfundraising strategies.

• Experience supervising development professionals and setting expectations and accountability for fundraising performance.

• Experience partnering effectively with senior leaders volunteers donors coaches alumni parents and other key stakeholders.

• Strong written verbal presentation negotiation and relationship-building skills.

• Experience developing fundraising plans proposals donor briefings and cultivation and solicitation strategies.

• Strong organizational strategic planning and budget management skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures and incorporate culturally responsive practices into your work.

• Demonstrated experience advancing social justice equity and inclusion in a university setting.

• An equivalent combination of education training and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree.

Whatsin it for you:

Theanticipatedhiring range for this position is$105000$139000 annually. Pacific considers factors including the scope and responsibilities of the position candidate qualifications internal equity and market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

University of the Pacific offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees health financial well-being and professional growth. Eligible employees receive:

• Competitive medical dental and vision coverage

• Employer retirement contributions of up to 10%

• Generous paid holidays and vacation

• Tuition remission and tuition exchange programs

• Professional development opportunities

• Wellness resources

• Employee Assistance Program

Relocationassistancecan be provided for the successful candidate.

Learn more about Pacifics benefits: Environment & Travel

This position is primarily based in an office environment on Pacifics Stockton campus and requires frequent local and overnight travel. The Associate Athletic Director for Development should also be prepared to work occasional non-business hours and weekends to support donor engagement Athletics activities and university priorities.

Background Check & Misconduct Disclosure

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employmentare required toexecute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810 requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings ongoing proceedings allegations resignations under investigation or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

Equal Employment Opportunity

University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds experiences and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race color religion national origin ancestry age genetic information sex/gender marital status military and veteran status sexual orientation medical condition pregnancy gender identity gender expression or mental or physical disability or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics.While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates all hiring decisions are made based on merit selecting the most qualified individual for each position.

Another Source works with their clients on a retained project basis.We are committed to building inclusive candidate pools as we partner with hiring teams.As youread throughthe job posting and review the list of qualifications (and/or preferred) please do not self-select outif you feel you do not meet every qualification. No one is 100% qualified. We encourage you to apply and share your story with us.

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