Assistant Director, Development - Office of Athletics

Job Summary:

Cultivates and solicits private financial support from individuals, foundations, corporations, and by special programs.

Essential Functions:

• Maintains a charitable giving program for the Athletics Department. Assists the Director of Development in establishing annual and long-range goals and objectives for generating private financial resources inclusive of individuals, foundations, corporations, and other support.
• Prepares and implements funding raising solicitation materials, prospect lists, and reports as appropriate.
• Coordinates efforts of fund-raising volunteers as necessary.
• Acknowledges receipt of gifts from donors and implements appropriate stewardship programs.
• Makes direct calls to prospective contributors as necessary and appropriate.

Education:

Requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree.

Experience:

Preferred minimum 2 years experience fund raising or equivalent experience. Experience in higher education is preferred.

Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume.

Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.

Application Deadline: Applicant review will begin on February 19, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. For best consideration, please submit your application by February 18, 2026.

Union Affiliation (if applicable):

For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:

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State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.