Associate Athletics Director for External Relations - Asheville, United States - InsideHigherEd

Description

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. Staff members are encouraged to take an active role to engage in the institution's efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion throughout the workplace. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

EHRA Staff

Associate Athletics Director for External Relations

000471

$68,000-$74,680

Professional office hours. Regular evening and weekend work is required, as well as the ability to travel.

Full-Time

12 Months

The Athletics department at University of North Carolina Asheville is an integral part of the University committed to providing an exemplary NCAA Division I Athletics Program that creates an environment where student-athletes have high-impact learning experiences while pursuing academic, athletic, and lifelong goals, and engages the University's internal and external constituents and communities. Competing in the Big South Conference, UNC Asheville's Athletics department strives to be nationally recognized for "Dreaming Bigger. Achieving More" by winning in the classroom, community, and competition. The focus for our athletic department is to implement our strategic plan and promote the following areas: competitive excellence, a holistic student-athlete experience, revenue growth and facilities, creating a culture of distinction, branding, and community engagement. Bulldog Athletics and its student-athletes, coaches, and staff represent the absolute best of UNC Asheville, and it is our belief that our strategic plan is the framework from which a successful NCAA Division I athletics program can thrive for years to come.

Reporting to the Director of Athletics and working in collaboration with University Advancement on athletic and university advancement initiatives, the Associate AD for External Operations' primary responsibility will be to develop and implement long and short-term plans to secure major gifts from alumni, friends, volunteers, corporations, foundations, and other entities with an emphasis on gifts of $25,000 and larger and completing the "All In" Capital Campaign for the Bulldog Outdoor Sports Complex ($20M).

In addition to the above, the Associate AD for External Operations will be responsible for leading and coordinating all Bulldog external units which include communications, marketing, and promotions, advancement, creative content, social media, ticket operations, ticket sales, and sponsorships with a focus on executing our strategic plan.

This position will serve as a member of the Director of Athletics Senior Team and will supervise the Assistant AD for Digital and Creative Branding, Assistant AD for Communications and Marketing, and Assistant AD for Athletics Advancement.

The Associate AD for External Operations will also be responsible for supervising sport programs as assigned by the Director of Athletics. As a sport supervisor, the employee will collaborate with coaches and staff on goal setting, budgeting, and evaluation of the assigned program.The employee will be expected to work collaboratively and effectively with a wide variety of constituents. This position requires a high energy level, unquestioned integrity and fiscal accountability, and the ability to plan and achieve short- and long-range goals. The Associate AD for External Operations will be an ambassador for the University and its mission.

Exempt

Bachelor's degree required from a four-year accredited college or university, preferably in business, marketing, communications, public relations, sport management or related field required.

Minimum of three years of experience in athletics external operations and direct fundraising experience asking for and closing gifts at the $25,000+ level required.

• Master's degree is preferred. Preference for candidates with experience in sales or solicitation experience in advancement, sponsorships, ticket sales, communication, marketing, or event management at the NCAA I level.
• Understanding of gift planning techniques and IRS rules for gifts in all categories.
• Strong knowledge of the advancement field and fundraising techniques.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and working knowledge of intercollegiate athletics.

• Excellent people skills to relate to and establish relationships with donors, volunteers, and colleagues.
• Initiative-taking with ability to set strategic goals while implementing fundraising principles and tactics.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently as appropriate.
• Ability to navigate complex organizational structures to build consensus and reach goals.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to think and act strategically.
• Enterprising spirit with ability to collaborate to maximize effectiveness.
• Excellent active listening skills and ability to connect donor interests to university priorities.
• Ability and willingness to travel and work flexible hours including nights and weekends
• Familiarity with donor record-keeping database (Raiser's Edge NXT preferred) and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to build relationships with a wide range of people.
• Ability to approach challenges creatively.
• Understanding of donor/constituent relationship.

Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.

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05/21/2024

05/31/2024

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