What are the responsibilities and job description for the Major Gifts Officer position at University of Texas at El Paso?
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.
