Development Coordinator, Athletics

At the University of Cincinnati Foundation, we commit ourselves to providing a place where everyone belongs. We care deeply about those in our community, while also taking care to nurture new relationships. We have the courage to dream big, drive excellence and uphold integrity in our work. We amplify our collective impact by celebrating different perspectives and embracing inclusion.

Structure

The Development Coordinator, Athletics is a non-exempt (hourly) position employed by the University of Cincinnati Foundation (UCF) and reports to the Associate Vice President for Development, Athletics.

Focus

The Development Coordinator provides administrative support for the athletics development team and is responsible for all activities related to the President’s Society, Director’s Society and the George Smith Society. The position will assist with donor cultivation events and other special projects.

Specific Duties

• Assist, under the guidance of the Associate Vice President for Development, Athletics, in the management and implementation of the Director’s Society/George Smith Society and all activities associated.
• In partnership with the stewardship team, assist with donor stewardship for Athletics; review gifts as received and prepare appropriate responses; track gifts and maintain donor files; prepare regular gift reports and correspondence, as required; manage gift and endowment fund database and other stewardship projects, as needed; oversee scholarship student correspondence with donors.
• Manage, as part of Athletics and UCF team, specific projects and donor cultivation events.
• Manage Founder’s Club and AD Suite.
• Provide administrative support to development officers.
• Assist with Athletics Giving Day, Thankful Thursdays and also Student-Athlete thank-you videos to donors.
• Coordinate student athlete thank-a-thon.
• Serve as the first point of contact for the athletics development office for all inquiries and visitors, and provide appropriate responses, as needed.
• Draft correspondence and other documents, request research, and maintain records and files.
• Schedule meetings, maintain appointments and calendars, arrange travel, order supplies and track expenses.
• Other duties, as assigned
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with 1-3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience, preferably in the field of advancement or collegiate athletics.
• Proven ability to handle, update and maintain sensitive information in a confidential, timely and professional manner.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail with strong organization skills; excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to interact in a courteous, positive, professional, and timely manner with diverse internal and external constituents and foster strong, productive relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Office, Excel, Adobe, PowerPoint, and information systems databases.
• Ability to prioritize effectively to meet multiple competing deadlines
• Ability to learn new computer programs and database management
• A commitment to and passion for the role of development in advancing the mission of the University of Cincinnati.
  
  

What We Offer

The anticipated starting rate range for the Development Coordinator role is $19.25 to $21.75 per hour. When determining final offer amount the UC Foundation considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, external market data, as well as, market and business considerations when making compensation decisions.

At the UC Foundation, we understand the importance of providing both a desirable work environment as well as benefits that provide our employee’s peace of mind and work/life balance. We offer a total rewards package inclusive of performance based bonus, as well as, competitive health and wellness benefits, tuition remission, retirement with employer match, paid parental leave, and paid vacation, sick time and holidays, including calendar year-end closing. To learn more, visit our careers page.

Physical Demands

This Position Is Considered To Have Sedentary Work. Exerting Up To 10lbs. Of Force Occasionally And/or Negligible Amount Of Force Frequently Or Constantly To Lift, Carry, Push, Pull Or Otherwise Move Objects. This Position Requires

• Lifting
• Finger use
• Talking
• Hearing
• Repetitive motion of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers
  
  

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, this position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

Pre-Hire Requirements

The UC Foundation seeks talented, collaborative and mission-focused individuals to join our advancement team in driving philanthropic support for the University of Cincinnati and UC Health. All offers of full-time employment are contingent upon passing a criminal background check and drug test. Positions requiring a degree are also contingent upon education verification.