"Assistant Athletic Director of Annual Giving"

Job Details

Assistant Athletic Director of Annual Giving

Job ID: 291061

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 of Annual Giving will focus on assisting with all aspects of the annual fund and actively soliciting for Erk Russell Fund gifts, within Georgia Southern Athletics. Directly reporting to the Associate Director of Athletic Development this position will be one with travel requirements focused on building relationships and raising money.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Associate Athletic Director with all initiatives and duties related to the Erk Russell Fund
• Complete at least 150 personal visits annually
• Solicit for annual fund gifts regularly, focusing on gifts ranging from $60 up to $10,000
• Travel 2-3 weeks out of every month, with a focus within a 3-hour radius
• Work collaboratively with the University Foundation
• Identify major gift prospects while visiting alumni
• Oversee GATA Club
• Oversee the Young Alumni and True Blue Student programs
• Oversee all aspects of the car dealer program
• Supervise and lead the annual fund operations for the Athletic Foundation
• Manage portfolio of donors and solicit annual fund and philanthropic gifts to support Georgia Southern student-athletes
• Oversee the facilitation of premium seating sales
• 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

• One (1) or more years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Master's Degree

Preferred Experience

• Experience with all facets of annual giving for Division I collegiate athletics

Proposed Salary

$60,617 - $77,306

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 adapt and show a willingness to learn and grow
• High level of motivation, initiative and innovation

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Apply Before Date

October 20, 2025

Application review may begin as early as October 10, 2025.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.