Coordinator of Athletics Development Events and Donor Engagement

Department Athletics, Development Compensation $42,000.00 Annual

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Fundraising & Special Events Management Coordinate, manage, and execute all Athletics Development fundraising events that support donor cultivation, stewardship, engagement, and revenue generation.

Serve as the primary event coordinator for Athletics special events, including but not limited to:

Osprey Booster events

Hall of Fame activities

Golf tournaments and outings

Donor receptions and appreciation events

Coaches' caravans and community engagement events

Athletic facility dedications and ribbon cuttings

Student-athlete recognition events

Alumni and letter winner events

Hospitality functions associated with athletic competitions

Special donor experiences and VIP events

Athletics fundraising campaign celebrations

Giving Day and 904 Day events

Athletics community outreach and promotional eventsUNF Arena Suite event coordination

Develop event timelines, project plans, budgets, and operational procedures.

Coordinate vendors, catering, facilities, audiovisual needs, transportation, permits, and event logistics in an effort to maximize event revenue.

Collaborate with Athletics External Operations, Strategic Communications, Ticketing, Facilities, Compliance, and University Advancement to ensure successful event execution.

Manage event registrations, guest lists, sponsorship benefits, seating plans, and post-event reporting.

Evaluate event effectiveness through participation, engagement, and fundraising outcomes.

Hospitality Operations Oversee donor and VIP hospitality for all home athletic events and special functions.

Coordinate game-day hospitality spaces, premium seating areas, donor lounges, and special guest experiences.

Ensure exceptional customer service for donors, alumni, sponsors, university leadership, and community partners.

Manage hospitality inventories, event materials, signage, gifts, and recognition items.

Coordinate food and beverage service for donor and prospect events.

Stewardship & Donor Engagement Coordinate donor stewardship programs designed to cultivate, recognize, and retain Athletics donors.

Plan and execute donor appreciation events and recognition opportunities.

Assist with donor communications, acknowledgments, impact reports, and stewardship initiatives.

Support personalized donor experiences and engagement opportunities throughout the year.

Giving Day & 904 Day Support Assist in planning and executing UNF Giving Day, 904 Day, and other Athletics-focused annual giving campaigns.

Coordinate promotional events and participation initiatives supporting annual fundraising goals.

Support volunteer and ambassador engagement efforts.

Track participation metrics and campaign results.

Intern & OPS Staff Management Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate interns and OPS staff supporting Athletics Development initiatives.

Develop work schedules and assign responsibilities for events and operational support.

Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities.

Ensure staff deliver exceptional customer service and represent UNF Athletics professionally.

Development Operations Support Provide day-to-day support for Athletics Development operations.

Assist with donor database management, event registration platforms, and donor communications.

Coordinate department meetings, calendars, travel arrangements, and administrative projects.

Support fundraising officers with event preparation, stewardship efforts, and donor engagement activities.

Assist with strategic initiatives and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications Master's or Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219.For more information about this position, please contact Derek Marinatos inatos.

Statement(s) of Understanding This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct,…