The Assistant Director of Development will manage a portfolio of major and leadership annual giving prospects and donors. He/she will identify, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward 175 University of Maryland alumni, parents and/or friends with an inclination to support Maryland Athletics as well as seeking out new prospective donors to maximize the philanthropic investment in the student-athletes while attempting to create lifelong donors. The Assistant Director of Development will be assigned as the fundraising liaison to one or more of our Olympic Sports teams. He/she will collaborate with colleagues on any other assignment that helps ensure successful fundraising efforts on behalf of Maryland student-athletes.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and one-three years of successful professional development and/or fundraising related experience required. Evidence of effective written and verbal communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills. Master's degree preferred. One to three years of successful professional development and/or fundraising related experience, preferably in higher education, a collegiate athletic environment, or athletic fundraising. Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations preferred.
To Apply: Submit applications electronically at https://ejobs.umd.edu. Search for Position Number: 112255. For best consideration applications should include (1) cover letter, (2) resume, and (3) names and addresses of at least three references.
For best consideration please apply by June 9, 2015
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
