Associate Director of Development, Athletics

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

The Associate Director of Development, Athletics (ADOD) will play a key role within the Athletic Development team and the Office of Advancement. This position will hold a portfolio of 150-200 donors with the intent of raising $300,000+ on an annual basis with 8-12 asks of $100,000 or greater. The ADOD is responsible for providing full-spectrum support to development officers in the form of portfolio review, maintenance, and strategy; prospect identification and research, and solicitation strategy. The ADOD is also responsible for serving as the point of contact for the department’s stewardship efforts and preparation of materials related to endowment reporting. Additionally, this role will incorporate front-line development work through qualification, cultivation, and solicitation of a portfolio of donors. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee the day-to-day fulfillment of prospect research inquiries and requests in support of Georgetown University’s fund-raising initiatives.

• Provide accurate, timely, and comprehensive analysis and information about prospective donors to the University, engaging in the identification and reporting of new prospective donors for placement in fundraiser portfolios and using weekly gift reports and other data pulled from GU360.

• As the liaison for Athletic Development stewardship efforts, work with the Senior Director of Development (SDOD), Development Assistant, Engagement team, Athletic Administration, front-line fundraisers, coaches, and other internal constitutes to develop and implement holistic stewardship efforts including endowed fund reporting, gift acknowledgments, press releases, and communication with the Office of Advancement’s Stewardship and Principal gift teams.

• Provide general administrative support for self and all other major gift officers on the team, including budgets, staff solicitation visits, weekly gift reports, and donor information, entering contact reports and prospect strategies in donor profiles.

• Manage the gift process: entering and tracking asks, proposals, Gift Agreements/Statement of Intents, gift transmittal forms, and coordination with the Office of Gift Administration to confirm successful allocation of gifts.

Work Interactions

The diversity of the Associate Director’s workload requires teamwork, flexibility, efficiency, attention to detail, external relations focus, and the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines for a wide variety of assignments. This position requires tact, diplomacy and confidentiality in dealing with members of the University community and the University's donors. The Associate Director will work with coaches, senior administrators, Advancement leaders and individuals throughout the Athletic Department in order to provide the resources needed for student-athletes to succeed in the classroom, community, and field of competition.

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Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

The Associate Director of Development, Athletics (ADOD) will play a key role within the Athletic Development team and the Office of Advancement. This position will hold a portfolio of 150-200 donors with the intent of raising $300,000+ on an annual basis with 8-12 asks of $100,000 or greater. The ADOD is responsible for providing full-spectrum support to development officers in the form of portfolio review, maintenance, and strategy; prospect identification and research, and solicitation strategy. The ADOD is also responsible for serving as the point of contact for the department’s stewardship efforts and preparation of materials related to endowment reporting. Additionally, this role will incorporate front-line development work through qualification, cultivation, and solicitation of a portfolio of donors. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee the day-to-day fulfillment of prospect research inquiries and requests in support of Georgetown University’s fund-raising initiatives.

• Provide accurate, timely, and comprehensive analysis and information about prospective donors to the University, engaging in the identification and reporting of new prospective donors for placement in fundraiser portfolios and using weekly gift reports and other data pulled from GU360.

• As the liaison for Athletic Development stewardship efforts, work with the Senior Director of Development (SDOD), Development Assistant, Engagement team, Athletic Administration, front-line fundraisers, coaches, and other internal constitutes to develop and implement holistic stewardship efforts including endowed fund reporting, gift acknowledgments, press releases, and communication with the Office of Advancement’s Stewardship and Principal gift teams.

• Provide general administrative support for self and all other major gift officers on the team, including budgets, staff solicitation visits, weekly gift reports, and donor information, entering contact reports and prospect strategies in donor profiles.

• Manage the gift process: entering and tracking asks, proposals, Gift Agreements/Statement of Intents, gift transmittal forms, and coordination with the Office of Gift Administration to confirm successful allocation of gifts.

Work Interactions

The diversity of the Associate Director’s workload requires teamwork, flexibility, efficiency, attention to detail, external relations focus, and the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines for a wide variety of assignments. This position requires tact, diplomacy and confidentiality in dealing with members of the University community and the University's donors. The Associate Director will work with coaches, senior administrators, Advancement leaders and individuals throughout the Athletic Department in order to provide the resources needed for student-athletes to succeed in the classroom, community, and field of competition.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Ideally 2-3 years of work experience, preferably in a development/fundraising environment

• Must be able to work efficiently and effectively, at times under tight deadlines

• Strong problem-solving abilities; the ability to exercise independent judgment and imitative as appropriate. Attention to detail is critical

• Must understand and practice a high standard of confidentiality and ethical information collection

• Highly developed interpersonal, written and oral communications skills required

• Strong collaborative and project management skills; ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects

• Schedule flexibility; some nights, weekend and travel required

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid 2 Days. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University.  Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range:

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

$54,616.00 - $100,493.33

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

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