Assistant/Associate Director of Development, Intercollegiate Athletics

Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA Full-time Education

Posted on April 14, 2024

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Assistant/Associate Director of Development, Intercollegiate Athletics

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Penn State is currently seeking a skilled frontline fundraiser in the role of Assistant/Associate Director of Development to engage alumni and friends as partners in supporting Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics (ICA), a member of the Big Ten Conference and one of the most comprehensive and successful athletics programs in the country.

The University is committed to ensuring that diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are central to the success of a world-class research institution. We are dedicated to fostering an institutional culture supporting the University's core values, with inclusion being a fundamental strength and an essential element of our public service mission: equity.psu.edu/equity-at-penn-state/resources. The University's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is mirrored in the Division of Development and Alumni Relations' own ongoing work in these spaces: raise.psu.edu/diversity-equity-and-inclusion.

Reporting to the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Advancement and working closely with other unit leadership, as well as other partners and central development offices, this Assistant/Associate Director of Development will:

Identify and cultivate a prospect pool of graduates and other key constituencies;
Articulate Penn State's and ICA's needs, ambitions, and values, including diversity, equity, and inclusion, through excellent informal and formal communications, including written proposals;
Plan and execute solicitation strategies leading to major gifts;
Travel extensively throughout the region and across the country to pursue these strategies and build enduring relationships, tracked to a fixed and appropriately aggressive set of fundraising metrics.

This position will be filled as a level 1 or 2 depending upon the successful candidate's competencies, education, and experience. It typically requires a bachelor's degree or higher plus one year of related experience for a level 1. Additional experience and/or education and competencies are required for higher level jobs. The successful candidate will also have:

A track record of success in securing major gifts and meeting fundraising goals;
A dedication to and understanding of the skills required to build relationships with diverse communities;
Demonstrated knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education;
Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills;
A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team;
A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored.

Operation of a motor vehicle as part of the position's duties and a valid driver's license are required. Successful completion of a motor vehicle records check, in addition to standard background checks, is also required.

DDAR is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics

Private support will help Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics to realize their ambitious vision for the future. To learn more about Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics please visit gopsusports.com.

Penn State's Division of Development and Alumni Relations

If you believe in the power of higher education - and philanthropy - to shape the public good, you'll excel right here in Penn State's Division of Development and Alumni Relations (DDAR). Our organization includes more than 500 professionals engaging a community of more than 700,000 alumni who believe in the power of giving back. Across our interdisciplinary teams of fundraisers, alumni relations professionals, communicators, event planners, financial experts, and more, there is a place for you to make a difference in the lives of students and faculty while taking your own career to new heights. Learn more about us at raise.psu.edu and explore the success of our most recent campaign at greaterpennstate.psu.edu.

Building a Career and a Life at Penn State

Across twenty-four campuses and an online World Campus, our 100,000 students and 17,000 faculty and staff know the real measure of success goes beyond the classroom—it's the positive impact made on communities across the globe. Penn State consistently ranks among the top academic and research universities in the world: psu.edu/this-is-penn-state/facts-and-rankings

Penn State is a diverse and exciting institution that embraces individual uniqueness, fosters a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engages all individuals to help them thrive: equity.psu.edu

This position is based at the University Park campus, located in State College, Pennsylvania. State College is ranked among the lowest-stress and safest small cities in the country, with excellent public schools, beautiful parks and other natural assets, and a broad range of cultural and athletic events and venues: statecollegepa.us and statecollege.com

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

Apply online at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Staff/job/Penn-State-University-Park/Assistant-Associate-Director-of-Development--Intercollegiate-Athletics_REQ_0000052722-1

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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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