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Kennesaw State University · 1 day ago

Assistant Director, Owls Fund and Special Events

Kennesaw, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$46K/yr - $52K/yr

2+ years exp

Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country, focused on transforming lives through academic excellence and community partnerships. The Assistant Director for the Owls Fund and Special Events will lead the planning and execution of high-level events and donor relations to advance the mission of the university and its athletics program.

Education

Responsibilities

Responsible for the planning and execution of all donor events, (i.e., Hall of Fame, alumni weekends, away game tailgates, and all aspects of the Annual Dot Martin Scholarship Golf Classic)

Plans, coordinates, and executes all donor hospitality, including but not limited to basketball, baseball, and football premium seating

Coordinates all aspects of premium seating (i.e., invoicing, renewals, ticketing questions, catering, and special requests)

Coordinates assigned special Owl Fund initiatives (Giving Tuesday, National Women and Girls in Sports Day, Roundup program, etc.)

Manages the annual calendar of Owl Fund events

Responsible for customer service as primary contact for premium seat ticket holders

Maintains financial and budget data including records of expenditures for all The Owls Fund and other related expenditures

Performs data analysis and reporting as the department liaison to the business office

Solicits gifts and cultivates relationships with donors giving up to the $5,000 level

Coordinates with athletic department sports and areas with the execution of sport and/or area specific fundraising events (sports alumni gatherings, sports fundraisers, etc.)

Oversees and coordinates assigned student staff, interns, and/or volunteers

Qualification

Event planningDonor relationsFundraisingNCAA regulationsPaciolan CRMMicrosoft OfficeCustomer serviceCommunication skillsTeamworkProblem solvingTime management

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in post-secondary education, business or related field or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience

Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license

Two (2) year of experience in athletics sales, donor relations, fundraising, or related field

Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

Knowledge of NCAA regulations as they pertain to donors, premium events, and fundraising

Experience and knowledge of event planning and execution

Familiarity with Paciolan, Paciolan CRM, or other donor management system i.e., Raiser;s Edge

Familiarity with Adobe Creative suite is a plus

Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills

Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Creative suite)

Strong attention to detail and follow up skills

Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Preferred

An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!