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Posting Detail Information

Working TitleDirector of Development

Position LocationDenver, CO

Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202500396AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib II

Number of Vacancies1

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$75,000-$90,000

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on05/13/2025

Description of Work Unit

The Colorado State University Department of Athletics sponsors 16 men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports and competes as a member of NCAA Division I ( FBS ). The University is a current member of the Mountain West Conference and future member of the Pac-12 Conference. The University is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, 65 miles north of Denver. More information on the University and its intercollegiate athletics program can be found at www.csurams.com and www.colostate.edu

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Development, this position is responsible for the development and execution of a comprehensive strategy of programs and efforts to increase philanthropic support for the Ram Club, to sell and promote the sale of premium tickets for Colorado State University Athletics events, and to develop general engagement activities for alumni and the community with a focus on cultivating major gifts.

Required Job Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, liberal arts, sciences, non-profit management/public administration or related field

+ Minimum of five years of full-time progressive, results-oriented professional experience in sales, fundraising, or marketing or related work experience, preferably in an intercollegiate athletics department and/or university/higher education environment

+ Demonstrated ability to work successfully with internal and external constituencies

+ Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building and oral/written/electronic communication skills

+ Development or related experience, preferably at a NCAA Division I member institution

+ Understanding of higher education and university operations

+ Proficiency with technology and social media to enhance efficiency

+ Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment date

Preferred Job Qualifications

+ Development or sales experience, including demonstrated experience and success with raising major gifts/revenue

+ Development or related experience, preferably in a large, metropolitan area

+ Capital and comprehensive fundraising campaign experience

+ Small donor/prospect event planning experience

+ Experience with donor database (e.g., Salesforce, Paciolan)

+ Experience in proactively and collaboratively creating strategy to qualify/disqualify major gift donors

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryPortfolio Management

Duty/Responsibility

+ Oversees a portfolio of at least 100 prospects for the purpose of closing major gifts

+ Inputs all activity into the CRM , including contact reports, proposals and all other activities to ensure annual metrics are reached

+ Be responsible for attaining yearly individual fundraising goals for major gifts categories, cash gifts, multi-year pledges, premium seating pledges, gift-in-kind, endowment and planned giving and create sound individual strategies to achieve those goals focused on growing private support for the athletics department

+ Oversee the cultivation, stewardship and solicitation of assigned prospects

+ Promote major gift opportunities aligned with the priorities and strategic plan identified by the Department and the University

+ Identifies, qualifies, cultivates, and stewards alumni and friends of the University, in the Denver Metro area, capable of giving major philanthropic gifts

Percentage Of Time40

Job Duty CategoryPersonal Visits & Solicitations

Duty/Responsibility

+ Meets personal visit and strategic interaction metrics

+ Uses University network to engage with current and perspective donors for both one-on-one and group donor cultivation events

+ Sets individual meetings with perspective major gift donors

+ Organizes donor visits and with leadership (if applicable)

+ Completes proposals of varying complexity, with the aim of closing major gifts for the University

Percentage Of Time50

Job Duty CategoryMember of Development Staff

Duty/Responsibility

+ Participate as a member of the Athletics Development unit by attending staff meetings (in-person as discussed in conjunction with employee and leadership)

+ Collaborating on initiatives that serve the best interests of CSU Athletics

+ Assist Senior Associate Athletic Director for Development with ensuring Development unit is an inclusive environment for staff and meeting university’s principles of community

+ Ensure compliance with all departmental, University, conference and NCAA procedures, rules and regulations

+ Perform other duties as assigned

Percentage Of Time10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

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EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Do you have a bachelor's degree in business, communications, liberal arts, sciences, non-profit management/public administration or related field?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Do you have a minimum of five years of full-time progressive, results-oriented professional experience in sales, fundraising, or marketing; or related work experience, preferably in an intercollegiate athletics department and/or a university or higher education environment?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Are you legally eligible to work in the United States?

+ Yes

+ No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter

+ Resume

Optional Documents