Director, Athletic Annual Fund & Letter Winner Relations

Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number

SAECC4345

Advertised Title

Director, Athletic Annual Fund & Letter Winner Relations

Campus Location

Main Campus (Memphis, TN)

Position Number

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Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number

SAECC4345

Advertised Title

Director, Athletic Annual Fund & Letter Winner Relations

Campus Location

Main Campus (Memphis, TN)

Position Number

012535

Category

Staff (Hourly/Monthly)

Department

Athletic External Affairs

Minimum Position Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and four (4) years related experience within collegiate athletics, or a Master’s degree and two (2) years of related experience within collegiate athletics is required. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Special Conditions

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Will require work beyond normal schedule including nights, weekends, some holidays and travel.

Posting Date

09/12/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Screening Begins

Yes

Hiring Range

$60,000 - $65,000 per year

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time: Benefits Eligible

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Additional Working Conditions

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu. 

Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position.  Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full time hours. Part time work experience will be prorated as listed. 

Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview. 

Is this posting for UofM employees only?

No

Positions Supervised

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

-Excellent oral and written communications skills.
-Thorough mastery of English grammar, punctuation and spelling with demonstrated ability to compose and edit professional correspondence
-Ability to work independently with little supervision
-Ability to coordinate multiple projects and events
-Knowledge of working within budgetary constraints
-Ability to pay close attention to detail
-Knowledge of NCAA policies and procedures

Additional Position Information

Must be able to comply with Athletic department, University, Board of Trustees, Conference, and NCAA policies and procedures.

Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)

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Job Duties

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Work in collaboration with Assistant Athletic Director to form strategic direction of Memphis Athletic Fund (MAF), specifically related to membership, revenue growth initiatives, and gift processing oversight. |

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Serve as executive director of the student-athlete alumni club (M-Club), overseeing all letter winner relations. |

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Manage a portfolio of donors and prospects to maximize donations through Tiger Leadership Circle solicitations, focusing on six-figure gifts. |

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Regularly attend home athletic events to serve as an ambassador of the Memphis Athletic Fund maintain sufficient knowledge of sports programs, and increase visibility with donors, prospects, volunteers, coaches, and student-athletes. |

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Assist with Sport Specific giving, in particular the Dream Team and First Team solicitations, distribution of benefits and stewardship. |

| Duties & Responsibilities |
Performs other duties as assigned. |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please describe any work experience you have in non-profit management, fund raising, and/or program marketing.

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Are you a current University of Memphis Employee?
   • YES - Full time/part time (benefits eligible)
   • YES - Part Time (non benefits eligible)
   • YES - Temporary Employee
   • YES - Graduate Assistant/Student Worker
   • NO

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. References List

Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter

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