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Posted: 09-Sep-25

Location: Lawrence, Kansas

Type: Full-time

Categories:

Operations Operations - Development

Sector:

Collegiate Sports

Additional Information:

Employer will assist with relocation costs. Position Summary

The Assistant AD – Development Operations will strategically manage all internal operations supporting the development team as well as donor events and stewardship. This position oversees staff responsible for gift processing, data analytics, administrative support, annual fund, special events and donor experiences, stewardship (including the Ad Astra Society), and K Club.

Duties and Responsibilities of this Position

Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all internal operations supporting fundraising functions, including annual fund, K Club, gift processing, data analytics, donor events and stewardship;

Provide leadership to the Asst. Director Annual Fund to ensure effective execution of annual giving appeals, acknowledgments and donor acquisition strategies;

Provide leadership to the Director Donor Relations and Assistant Director of Signature Events & Donor Relations to ensure implementation of unique, meaningful events, stewardship and experiences for prospects and supporters of Kansas Athletics and to ensure proper oversight of Graduate Assistants and student workers;

Oversee staff responsible for K Club activities to ensure development and execution of effective communications, events and outreach to engage and cultivate former letterwinners with objective of identifying and qualifying prospective donors;

Provide leadership to the Gift Administrator to ensure timely and accurate processing of all gifts and effective coordination with KU Endowment Association;

Manage and monitor budgets for development and K Club;

Continuously evaluate and measure effectiveness of engagement and stewardship plans, with ultimate objective of increasing the number of donors and the level of support for Kansas Athletics;

Take initiative to provide new ideas and concepts to improve the efficiency and productivity of your area;

Respond to all inquiries in a timely and effective manner, representing Kansas Athletics in a professional way;

Other work-related duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics or their designee.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and various digital devices, including, but not limited to: cell phone, printer, copy machine, and other related devices. This job requires flexibility and adaptability in schedule and the ability to perform job related duties on short notice.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. This position may require frequent bending, moving, lifting, and carrying material weighing up to 25 pounds; standing up to eight hours each day; and working in all weather conditions.

Travel

Moderate travel may occur with this position.

Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work will vary based on the needs of the position. Early morning, evening and weekend work maybe required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; Minimum of five years of progressive experience in leadership and management roles; Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising operations, advancement services, or athletics development Strong knowledge of donor databases/CRM systems (e.g., Paciolan, Advance, Salesforce, or similar). Proven track record of successful hiring, managing and leading others; Demonstrated proficiency using the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, etc.); Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer service mindset;; Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail; Self-starter that takes a proactive approach to work; Ability to execute effectively under multiple deadlines in a fast-paced office environment with the capacity to adapt quickly to major and minor changes in projects/events and outcomes; Ability to work well both independently and in collaboration with staff as a team member; Ability and willingness to work evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed; Ability and willingness to travel as needed; Knowledge of and commitment to NCAA rules.

 

Preferred Qualifications:            

Experience working in intercollegiate athletics, higher education, or nonprofit fundraising;; Prior experience with priority point program and ticketing/donor software; Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.

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