Assistant Director, Owls Fund and Special Events

Job Title: Assistant Director, Owls Fund and Special Events

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job : 292381

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens.

Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision.

Come Take Flight at KSU!

(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities)

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Provides leadership and direction in the execution of high-level quality events and ceremonies that advance the mission of Kennesaw State University and Athletics. Works collaboratively with athletic staff and campus partners to handle all aspects of KSU Athletics' signature events including, but not limited to the Dot Martin Golf Classic, Hall of Fame Ceremony and specific donor events related to high-level gifts.

Leads and executes all donor hospitality and fundraising events. Identifies, cultivates, and solicits donors and prospective donors giving up to $5,000. Supports department leadership in the execution of member benefits and stewardship programming.

• Responsible for the planning and execution of all donor events, (i.e., Hall of Fame, alumni weekends, away game tailgates, and all aspects of the Annual Dot Martin Scholarship Golf Classic)
• Plans, coordinates, and executes all donor hospitality, including but not limited to basketball, baseball, and football premium seating
• Coordinates all aspects of premium seating (i.e., invoicing, renewals, ticketing questions, catering, and special requests)
• Coordinates assigned special Owl Fund initiatives (Giving Tuesday, National Women and Girls in Sports Day, Roundup program, etc.)
• Manages the annual calendar of Owl Fund events
• Responsible for customer service as primary contact for premium seat ticket holders
• Maintains financial and budget data including records of expenditures for all The Owls Fund and other related expenditures
• Performs data analysis and reporting as the department liaison to the business office
• Solicits gifts and cultivates relationships with donors giving up to the $5,000 level
• Coordinates with athletic department sports and areas with the execution of sport and/or area specific fundraising events (sports alumni gatherings, sports fundraisers, etc.)
• Oversees and coordinates assigned student staff, interns, and/or volunteers

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in post-secondary education, business or related field or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Other Required Qualifications

• Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license

Required Experience

• Two (2) year of experience in athletics sales, donor relations, fundraising, or related field.

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

The salary range for this position is $45,900 - $51,600. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

Abilities

• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

Knowledge

• Knowledge of NCAA regulations as they pertain to donors, premium events, and fundraising
• Experience and knowledge of event planning and execution
• Familiarity with Paciolan, Paciolan CRM, or other donor management system i.e., Raiser’s Edge
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative suite is a plus

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills
• Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Creative suite)
• Strong…