Associate Director of Development - Chicago, United States - Loyola University Chicago

Loyola University Chicago

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Chicago, United States

3 weeks ago

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Position Details:

Position Details

Job Title

ASSOC DIR DEVELOPMENT
Position Number

Job Category

University Staff
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Campus
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department Name
DEVELOPMENT
Location Code
MAJOR GIFTS (03634A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No
Duties and Responsibilities
Loyola University Chicago is seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join our team as the Associate Director of Development, Athletics. In this role, you will oversee and coordinate fundraising efforts for LUC Athletics at the leadership annual giving (LAG) level and play a crucial part in the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of annual giving and leadership annual giving prospects, with a primary focus on expanding the Champions Club.

Reporting to the Director of Development for Athletics, the Associate Director will collaborate closely with both Athletics and Advancement leadership to develop a comprehensive strategy for athletics fundraising.

Additionally, you will work alongside other Development Officers focused on Leadership Annual Giving within the Advancement team.

Responsibilities:

Work jointly with the athletic department and the advancement department (AVP for Digital Engagement, Annual Giving & Informatics and the Leadership Annual Giving team) to identify, engage, solicit, and upgrade potential and current LUC Athletics donors.
Coordinate efforts for the Athletic Director, head coaches, and other notable athletic department staff to meet with donors at events, games, or one on one.
Acquire new Champions Club members ($25,000 over two years) by upgrading current Athletics annual donors and identifying new LUC Athletics philanthropic supporters.
University point of contact for Champions Club members.
Work to grow central Loyola Athletics Fund and the Worship, Work, Win fund (Sister Jean's fund), while also expanding direct support of each individual sports program at Loyola.
Work with annual giving and digital engagement teams to identify and source lead gifts for crowdfunding campaigns including Rambler Rally (annual day of giving) and individual sports "Rambler Raise" crowdfunding campaigns.
Point of contact for alumni engagement and annual giving efforts for the athletic department, working with those teams in the advancement department.
Other duties, as assigned.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

Bachelor's degree required
35 years of relevant fundraising experience or sales experience

Qualifications

Successful completion of a full 4year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree
35 years previous work experience, preferably in collegiate athletics fundraising, business development or nonprofit fundraising
Familiarity with college athletics & the NCAA landscape

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

Computer Skills

MS Office Suite
Supervisory Responsibilities
No
Required operation of university owned vehicles
No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

Physical Demands

None
Working Conditions
None
Open Date
09/05/2023
Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors _
_diversity, equity, and inclusion__. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal wellbeing, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive _
_benefits__ centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and worklife balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others._

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