Associate Director for Development
7/8/2009 8:00:00 AM | Terrapin Athletics
July 3, 2009
POSITION TITLE: Associate Director for Development
DEPARTMENT: Intercollegiate Athletics
CATEGORY: Full-time, Exempt (112911)
UNIVERSITY: The University of Maryland is among the most comprehensive and successful athletic programs in the United States with 27 sports and an annual expense budget of approximately $55 million. The University is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is located on a beautiful campus located eight miles north of the nation's capital and near Columbia, Maryland, which was recently listed as the #4 “Best Place to Live” by Money Magazine. The Athletic Program has won 18 national championships over the last 15 years and is a charter member of the Atlantic Coast Conference. Currently, 92 of the University's academic programs are ranked in their respective Top 25 nationally. The Development Unit is located in the 440,000 sq. ft. Comcast Center, built in 2002.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Incumbent will be charged with managing and growing a 1,000-member donor roster with a specific focus on membership renewal, giving level upgrades, mezzanine seating, Football Suites, and "Greatness" gifts. Other responsibilities will include serving as project manager for development, expansion and implementation of '10,000 Terps' Membership Campaign, developing new and expanded membership benefits for Terrapin Club members, managing and growing the Student Terrapin Club, and serving as liasion to the Terrapin Club's Membership Committee and each Terrapin Club district. Will also assist with the allocation of tickets and parking to members for football and men's basketball program, in coordination with Assistant Athletics Director and Terrapin Ticket Office staff.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree required. Minimum five years progressive experience in fundraising, particularly in a collegiate athletics environment. Experience with an annual fund campaign preferred. Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required. Familiarity with PhotoShop preferred. Good solid writing skills required. High energy level and the ability to work athletics events during nights and weekends are required.
SALARY: Commensurate with experience
POSITION AVAILABLE: Review of applications and nominations will begin immediately. Interviews will continue until the position is filled.
APPLICATION: For best consideration, email a cover letter, current resume and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references to:
Mr. John Vengroski
Assistant Athletic Director, Human Resources
2609 Comcast Center
College Park, MD 20742
FAX: 301-314-7149
Email: terpjobs-athletics@umd.edu
The University of Maryland is an EEO/AA employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
