Major Gifts Officer - Athletics

About UTEP

 

UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

The University of Texas at El Paso is America’s leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

Position Information

 

Hiring Department : Athletics

Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends.

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About UTEP

 

UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

The University of Texas at El Paso is America’s leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

Position Information

 

Hiring Department : Athletics

Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends.

FLSA status: Exempt

Earliest Start Date:  As soon as possible.

Salary : $70,000.00 Annually.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of three references

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver’s license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

Purpose of Position

 

Develops and grows effective relationships with UTEP Athletics constituents both internally and externally while securing donor support through lead and major gifts.

Ethics : Employee will demonstrate high personal and professional standards.  Employee will contribute to the development of a work environment based on trust, respect, and dignity.  Employee will abide by the Code of Ethics of the University of Texas at El Paso and The University of Texas System.

Internal Control : Employee will practice sound work habits as they relate to internal control responsibilities.

Essential Functions

Assist in the planning and executing of all revenue generating efforts for UTEP Athletics.

Build relationships and educate donors and other constituents of UTEP Athletics on current fundraising initiatives and priorities.

Solicit lead and major gifts

Manage a portfolio of donors through cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts while actively qualifying new donor prospects.

Under the direction of the Associate Athletics Director for Development and Deputy Athletic Director for Revenue Generation, meet agreed upon metric for number of visits, proposals submitted, and gifts closed.

Facilitate NIL opportunities for UTEP student-athletes through the education of donors, local businesses and the El Paso community.

Serve as a key member of the Miner Athletic Club team, participating in fundraising and intercollegiate athletics events.

Work closely with the Director of Stewardship and Events to properly and effectively steward UTEP Athletics donors.

Stay current on NCAA legislation as it relates to compliance, Title IX, and rule changes.

Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

 

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Knowledge of computerized fundraising and ticketing systems.

Public relations and promotion skills.

Knowledge of NCAA Rules and Regulations.

Understanding of Gender Equity and Title IX as they relate to Intercollegiate Athletics.

Detailed understanding of athletic fundraising, NCAA Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) landscape.

Additional Information

 

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 20 pounds.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.

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