Associate Director of Athletic Annual Giving

POSITION TITLE:  Associate Director of Athletic Annual GivingCOMPENSATION RANGE: 60,000.00 - 70,000.00 USD per yearEMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Professional Administrative DEPARTMENT: Office of Alumni RelationsTARGET HIRE DATE: 11/15/2025 BENEFITS: UNC’s Career Hub

Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; UNC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 10/23/2025.

Position Summary: 

The Associate Director of Athletic Annual Giving develops and executes UNC’s multi-channel Athletics annual giving efforts in coordination with the Director of Annual Giving and Athletics staff. This role focuses on campaign delivery, event fundraising, donor engagement, and donor stewardship for Athletics donors giving up to $10,000. This position plays a key executional role in Athletics-specific crowdfunding, giving days, and digital campaigns.

Job Duties:

Campaign Execution (35%)
Manage all Athletics annual giving campaigns, including direct mail, email, crowdfunding, and social.
Collaborate with Athletics staff and coaches to build donor lists and messages.
Ensure campaigns align with the overall annual giving calendar.

POSITION TITLE:  Associate Director of Athletic Annual GivingCOMPENSATION RANGE: 60,000.00 - 70,000.00 USD per yearEMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Professional Administrative DEPARTMENT: Office of Alumni RelationsTARGET HIRE DATE: 11/15/2025 BENEFITS: UNC’s Career Hub

Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; UNC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 10/23/2025.

Position Summary: 

The Associate Director of Athletic Annual Giving develops and executes UNC’s multi-channel Athletics annual giving efforts in coordination with the Director of Annual Giving and Athletics staff. This role focuses on campaign delivery, event fundraising, donor engagement, and donor stewardship for Athletics donors giving up to $10,000. This position plays a key executional role in Athletics-specific crowdfunding, giving days, and digital campaigns.

Job Duties:

Campaign Execution (35%)
Manage all Athletics annual giving campaigns, including direct mail, email, crowdfunding, and social.
Collaborate with Athletics staff and coaches to build donor lists and messages.
Ensure campaigns align with the overall annual giving calendar.
Signature Event Coordination (20%)
Lead execution of key Athletics fundraising events (Blue & Gold Golf Tournament, Women’s Walk).
Coordinate logistics, vendors, sponsorships, and registration.
Work closely with Athletics and University Events for planning, promotion, and execution.
Donor Engagement & Stewardship (20%)
Provide targeted stewardship to annual Athletics donors.
Partner with Donor Relations to deliver impact communications.
Collaborate with Advancement Services to track results.
Digital & Peer-to-Peer Engagement (20%)
Implement Athletics components of giving days and crowdfunding projects.
Collaborate with Project Coordinator on email deployment and digital engagement tools.
Utilize social media and peer influence to expand reach.
Reporting and Partnership (5%)
Track campaign performance and prepare results for leadership.
Serve as a liaison between University Advancement and Athletics.

Minimum Qualifications:

-Education: Bachelor's degree required
-2+ years of professional fundraising or event management experience
-Experience in Athletics fundraising strongly preferred
-Familiarity with crowdfunding, email marketing, and donor databases (e.g. RE NXT)

Abilities:

-Strong communication and interpersonal skills
-Project and event management proficiency
-Attention to detail and results orientation
Comfort with Athletics culture and NCAA compliance

Benefits:
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognized as a top university for social mobility, UNC is proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution and to serve more than 44%  of our undergraduates who are the first in their family to attend college.  UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub,to learn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!

EEO Statement
The University of Northern Colorado offers an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the UNC community. In accordance with federal and state law, UNC prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. UNC also prohibits discrimination based on gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure UNC’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations
The University of Northern Colorado is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 970-351-2718 or human.resources@unco.edu. 

Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

Clery Act
In compliance with the Clery Act, the most recent University of Northern Colorado Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online. A paper copy can be requested at the UNC Police Department. This report contains crime statistics and policy statements related to safety, conduct processes and Title IX investigations.

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