Assistant Athletic Director For Development

Annual Giving Manager: Assistant Athletic Director for Development
The University of Alabama at Birmingham
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks an experienced fundraising professional to join UAB Athletics as the Annual Giving Manager - Athletics. This position is responsible for the development and implementation of Annual Fund Fundraising Initiatives and activities for UAB Athletics and the tracking and reporting of department-wide performance metrics. This includes managing all solicitations, the renewal process for Blazer Boosters, premium seating and hospitality, B Club, and other initiatives as assigned. A primary responsibility of the individual who occupies this position will be to promote the importance of philanthropy for UAB and will manage a portfolio of annual giving leadership donors, including the Blazer Scholarship Fund and sport-specific giving.
This position will also manage athletics gift accounting and serve as a primary point of contact for Paciolian and Salesforce CRM management. In addition, the Annual Giving Manager - Athletics will be responsible for oversight of the priority points and ranking system and serve as a sports liaison. This position will also supervise several positions within the UAB Athletics Development Office, including the Director of Development Operations and Premium Hospitality, Associate Manager of Annual Giving, and Assistant Manager of Annual Giving. This position will report to the Senior Director of Development - Associate AD for Development and will be an integral member of the UAB Athletics Development team and UAB Advancement.
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage all Annual Fund Fundraising Initiatives and activities with specific goals and performance metrics
• Lead and manage a team of annual giving/fundraising professionals.
• Maintain a portfolio of 150 annual giving leadership prospects/donors and meet all assigned metrics
• Manage Athletics Gift Accounting
• Primary Point of Contact for UAB Gift Records
• Oversee Reconciliation of ticket office and Blazer Boosters online deposits
• Serve as point of contact for Paciolian & Salesforce CRM Management
• Oversee priority points and ranking system
• Develop and manage annual fund benefits structure and stewardship evaluation
• Oversight of all eQuerry needs and gift accounting needs for Central Development
• Serve in the capacity of sports liaison relative to fundraising
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics:

• Highly organized with an ability to solve problems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within Athletics and across campus.
• Portfolio development/management
• Ability to work competently and accurately within CRM systems.
• Knowledge of pertinent computer systems and software
• Ability to mentor and train others
• Skilled in conflict resolution
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Process improvement and quality skills
• Intermediate project management skills
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Strong presentation Skills

Salary Range: $57,940 to $80,000
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements, Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and three (3) years of related experience required
• Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement
• Travel and after-hours work required

Preferred Additional Qualifications:

• Knowledge of athletics fundraising, preferably in a higher education setting

UAB Benefits
UAB offers a robust state-funded pension plan through the Alabama Teacher's Retirement System, a generous 5% retirement match in voluntary accounts, and additional RSA benefits. We also provide educational assistance for employees and their families, parental leave, and exclusive discounts on tickets for various cultural and entertainment events. Visit UAB's Benefits webpage at Benefits & Wellbeing for UAB Employees for a comprehensive list of eligible Benefits.
UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity, and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans. UAB Advancement welcomes candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.