"Assistant Director, Owls Fund and Special Events"

Assistant Director, Owls Fund and Special Events

Job ID: 292381
Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

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!

Location

(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.

Job Summary

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.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. 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)
2. Plans, coordinates, and executes all donor hospitality, including but not limited to basketball, baseball, and football premium seating
3. Coordinates all aspects of premium seating (i.e., invoicing, renewals, ticketing questions, catering, and special requests)
4. Coordinates assigned special Owl Fund initiatives (Giving Tuesday, National Women and Girls in Sports Day, Roundup program, etc.)
5. Manages the annual calendar of Owl Fund events
6. Responsible for customer service as primary contact for premium seat ticket holders
7. Maintains financial and budget data including records of expenditures for all The Owls Fund and other related expenditures
8. Performs data analysis and reporting as the department liaison to the business office
9. Solicits gifts and cultivates relationships with donors giving up to the $5,000 level
10. Coordinates with athletic department sports and areas with the execution of sport and/or area specific fundraising events (sports alumni gatherings, sports fundraisers, etc.).
11. Oversees and coordinates assigned student staff, interns, and/or volunteers

Required Qualifications

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 Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Proposed Salary

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.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

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 attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position requires a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

Background Check

• Credit Report
• Standard Enhanced
• Education
• DMV
• 9 Panel Lab Drug Test

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.