"Assistant Athletic Director for Major Gifts"

Assistant Athletic Director for Major Gifts

Job ID: 293295
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information
University Athletics - Athletic Foundation

Job Summary

The Assistant Athletic Director for Major Gifts will focus on fundraising gifts of $25K or more for Georgia Southern Athletics. Work cooperatively with the Deputy Director of Athletics for Development and the Associate Athletic Director for Major Gifts in creating and managing a collaborative environment promoting teamwork between Georgia Southern Athletic Foundation, Department of Athletics, University Advancement, and greater Georgia Southern community. Manage portfolio of donors and solicit philanthropic gifts to support Georgia Southern student-athletes.

Responsibilities

• Complete at least 200 personal visits annually
• Identify new prospects and work towards closing gifts from those prospects
• Travel 3-4 weeks out of every month
• Work collaboratively with the University Foundation
• Build a portfolio of at least 100 major gift prospects
• Perform 15-20 major gift solicitations annually
• Manage portfolio of donors and solicit annual fund, philanthropic, and capital campaign/project gifts to support Georgia Southern student-athletes
• Plan and execute stewardship events for major gift donors and prospects
• Participate in athletic development events, including home football game activities, on and off-campus donor events, and other athletic events that attract significant major gift donor presence
• Manage collaborative teamwork and communication among Georgia Southern Athletics Foundation, Department of Athletics, University Advancement, and the greater Georgia Southern community

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience
Three (3) or more years of applicable experience
Experience identifying, cultivating and soliciting annual fund and/or major gifts of $25,000 - $500,000

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's Degree

Preferred Experience
Supervisory experience

Proposed Salary
$70,000
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach
Resume
Cover Letter
Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
Ability to demonstrate good sportsmanship and highest level of personal integrity
Ability to adjust to a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
Demonstrated commitment to athletic and academic excellence

KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
Understanding of and proven commitment to comply with NCAA, Conference and institutional athletic rules and regulations
Previous experience planning and executing stewardship events for major gift donors and prospects

SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date
January 6, 2026
Application review may begin as early as December 22, 2025.