Job Title

Director of Development, Annual Fund – Athletics

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Athletics - Development and Revenue Generation

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Director of Development, Annual Fund will oversee all aspects of the Texan Club and help create a strategic plan for philanthropic growth in athletics development. This role is focused on growing participation in the Texan Club, executing the department’s various events throughout the year, and building a sustainable annual fund operation. The position can expect to be forward facing as a key point of contact for several of the Texan Club’s donors and colleagues throughout campus. Still in its first full year as a NCAA Division I member, Tarleton State Athletics and the Texan Club are focused on expanding our donor base and creating an innovative new structure that fosters a culture of philanthropy. This exciting point in time at Tarleton State Athletics provides unprecedented opportunities for building and growth. This position will report to the Sr. Associate AD for Revenue Generation.

Position is in-office; located on the main Tarleton campus in Stephenville, Texas with work hours of Monday to Friday, from 8AM to 5PM or as work requirements indicate; which may include afterhours, weekends, and some holidays.

Must be able to work remotely at the request of the University.

Summary of Responsibilities Include:

Fundraising and Annual Fund

• Collaborate with the Sr. Assoc. AD for Revenue Generation to develop and pursue ongoing fundraising initiatives and plans.

• Create and carry out the Texan Club annual fund’s strategic plan including timeline, renewals, membership, benefit fulfillment, database maintenance, donor communications and more.

• Develop and maintain relationships with donors, alumni and other supporters of Tarleton State athletics to directly solicit annual fund gifts and grow the Texan Club.

• Manage the donor renewal and stewardship processes.

• Collaborate with the Director of Ticket Sales to build and execute strategic plans around growing the Texan Club through season ticket sales and premium seating.

• Works closely with pertinent university partners such as Institutional Advancement, among others .

Events and Hospitality

• Lead the planning and coordination of all Texan Club events such as game day hospitality, the annual Plowboy golf tournament, stewardship events, and various others throughout the year.

Communications

• Create written and physical communication materials to promote the Texan Club; to include member guides, pamphlets, promotional materials, donor emails, etc.

• Work collaboratively with members of the athletics external relations team to drive Texan Club initiatives forward.

• Manage website maintenance and oversee Texan Club social media communications.

• Other duties as assigned by the Sr. Associate AD for Revenue Generation.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Four years related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Willingness and ability to travel.

• Knowledge of database and spreadsheet applications.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

• Ability to maintain a thorough knowledge of, and adhere to, all University, Association, Conference, and NCAA rules and regulation.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master’s Degree.

• Experience in a development position or a related external athletics field.

• Intercollegiate athletics development experience.

Compensation & Benefits:

Commensurate with experience.

The target base annual salary range is commensurate and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:

• Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) (https://www.tarleton.edu/scholarships/employees/) – scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit!

• Masters Educational Assistance (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/masters-educational-assistance-eligibility-guidelines/) – is designed to invest in and assist employees further their knowledge, skills, and job effectiveness through 100% of eligible tuition and fees being paid on enrollment. Click link for additional guidelines and details!

• Doctoral Educational Assistance (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/doctoral-edu-guidelines/) – Full-time budgeted employees at all A&M System Universities, Agencies, and System Offices are qualified for reimbursement of tuition and mandatory fees. Eligibility: This program is applicable to the pursuit of a first doctorate degree only to full-time, budgeted employees who have been in a position no less than 2 long semesters. Click the link for additional details!

Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/benefits/)

• Fully covered employee health insurance

• Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees’ insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Retirement and Insurance programs

Paid Leave (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/benefits/)

Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!

• Paid sick leave

• Holiday pay

• Vacation

• Longevity pay

• Paid Birthday Leave – Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday!

Other

• Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events!

• Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.

• Employee Wellness Release Time

• Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation

• and other Tarleton Discounts

  Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

  Application Procedure:

  During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

  Employment applications must include:

• Completed online application

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

  Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is a member of the NCAA Division I, Western Athletic Conference.

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  Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact employment@tarleton.edu .