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Senior Director of Development/Associate AD for Major Gifts, Athletics
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Position Number: 5890495
Location: Waco, TX
Position Type: Development and Fund Raising

Senior Director of Development/Associate AD for Major Gifts, Athletics

Job Identification: 17937
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What We're Looking For

This position specifically supports the mission of the university through leading the Baylor Athletics major gifts fundraising team and qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors and prospects for major/principal gifts in support of Baylor Athletics, and ultimately, Baylor University, as is aligned with the University strategic plan. It will also build and maintain relationships with Athletics staff/BBF/coaches to know and represent to the Advancement community at-large regarding specific areas in need of fundraising support.

A bachelor's degree and five years of work experience in fundraising or sales are required. A master's degree and seven years of work experience in fundraising or sales are preferred.

A valid US Driver License with a clear driving record of at least two years is required.

Must be able to travel outside of the state of Texas.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.

What You Will Do

Discover, cultivate, solicit and steward a portfolio of donors and prospects for major gifts to Baylor, especially for Baylor Athletics. This includes not only leading fundraising efforts that impact Baylor capital, endowment and current use success, but it also includes fundraising that impacts the external needs of NIL.
Provide oversight to establish yearly measurable goals/objectives, related metrics for new gift commitments secured, proposals made, new prospects qualified, and prospect meetings held for the Baylor Athletics' major gift team.
Collaborate with Baylor Athletics' leadership and the Managing Director of Development to develop strategic agendas, consistent with Baylor's and Baylor Athletics' strategic plans for major and prospective donors.
Collaborate with unit and regional development officers to help cultivate, solicit, and steward donors under their management that desire to give to Athletics.
Assist, as requested by the Assistant Vice President for Principal Gifts, VP for Advancement, and the Vice President & Director of Athletics, with programs to increase giving to Baylor.
Participate fully in University Advancement's prospect management, discovery/qualification visits, events and related prospect development programs in order to inspire trust, encourage creative thinking, and collaborate with other Baylor staff and volunteers to significantly increase major gifts to Baylor.
Maintain working knowledge of an adherence to all NCAA, Big 12 Conference, and institution rules and regulations and communicate any possible infractions of such rules and regulations to the Athletics Compliance staff.
Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
Ability to comply with University policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

About Us:
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor's commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

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