Wake Forest University
Assistant Director, Donor Experience, Department of Athletics
Wake Forest University, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
## Assistant Director, Donor Experience, Department of Athletics****External Applicants:****Please ensure all required documents are ready to upload before beginning your application, including your resume, cover letter, and any additional materials specified in the job description.Cover Letter and Supporting Documents:* Navigate to the "My Experience" application page.* Locate the "Resume/CV" document upload section at the bottom of the page.* Use the "Select Files" button to upload your cover letter, resume, and any other required supporting documents. You can select multiple files.**Important Note: The "My Experience" page is the *only* opportunity to attach your cover letter, resume, and supporting documents. *You will not be able to modify your application or add attachments after submission.*******Current Employees:****Apply from your existing Workday account in the Jobs Hub. *Do not apply from this website.***A *cover letter is required for all positions;* optional for facilities, campus services, and hospitality roles unless otherwise specified.****Job Description Summary**Assist in the coordination, planning, execution and follow-up of Deacon Club events and tailgates.
Serves as an Athletics Staff liaison on game day.
\*This position is not eligible for sponsorship of non-immigrant or immigrant visa status through Wake Forest University. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply.**Job Description****Essential Functions:**
Assist with the coordination and execution of all Development office’s signature events,
including, but not limited to Campaign Groundbreakings/Dedications, Annual Parents Welcome
event, Scholarship Brunch, Spring Tour events, ILC Weekend, Volunteer Army events and other
events held throughout the year. Responsibilities include, but not limited to scheduling date
between multiple offices, creation of event in DAD and event registration page, site
selection/reservation, caterer/menu selection, theme and decor, entertainment, communications
plan (invitations, email reminders, and follow-up), coordination of event program and materials
needed (video, program, talking points, etc.), serving as main contact for guests, hotel needs (in
certain cases), golf outing coordination (in certain cases), coordinating audio/visual needs,
adhering to established budgets, ensuring adequate staffing, coordinate set-up/breakdown,
coordinate event follow-up plan with assistance from Director of Communications (appropriate
thank you, appeal, photo disbursement, surveys, etc.).
Serves as onsite contact for Development events when needed to facilitate the operations.
Responds to problems and ensures all aspects of the events are implemented and controlled
according to plan.
Works in partnership with University Advancement’s Events Team.
Serves as Athletics staff liaison in donor hospitality areas on game day.
Coordinates Development virtual events
Assists in the negotiation of contracts with various vendors to ensure costs and terms of contracts
are within budgetary guidelines.
Assists in the development and tracking of event budgets and ensures all stated guidelines are
adhered to.
Aids in the execution of Deacon Club stewardship initiatives for donors
Ensures compliance with NCAA rules and regulations related to outside interest groups, to
include keeping donors informed as to applicable rules, and preventing interference with the
operation of intercollegiate athletics programs.**Other Functions:**
Performs other duties as assigned**Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:**
BS degree in Administrative, Business, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, or related discipline plus
two to three years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified, or an
equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines.
Knowledge of alternative fundraising programs, methods, techniques and giving strategies. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies
in a diverse community.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to foster a cooperative environment.
Ability to develop, plan and implement short- and long-range goals.
Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and
developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and/or projections.
Proficiency in the use of computers and related software applications.
Ability to work evening, weekend hours and travel
Valid driver license with good driving record; must be insurable.
**Accountabilities:**
Responsible for own work**Additional Job Description****Time Type Requirement**Full time### ### **Note to Applicant:**This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.*In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.*****Equal Opportunity Statement****The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status.
****Accommodations for Applicants****If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact AskHR@wfu.edu or (336) 758-4700.**About WFU:**Wake Forest University, formed in 1834, has experienced decades of growth and innovation.
WFU is a distinctive university that combines a liberal arts core with graduate and professional schools and innovative research programs.
The University embraces the teacher-scholar ideal, which prizes the personal interaction between students and faculty.
It is a place where exceptional teaching, fundamental research and discovery, and the engagement of faculty and students in the classroom and the laboratory are paramount.Wake Forest University is a community that seeks the enlightenment and freedom which come through diligent study and learning. Its higher goal, however, is to give life to the University motto "Pro Humanitate," as members translate a passion for knowledge into compassionate service. The community shares a tradition that embraces freedom and integrity and acknowledges the worth of the individual. The heritage, established by the school's founders and nurtured by succeeding generations, promotes a democratic spirit arising from open-mindedness and discourse. Wake Forest fosters compassion and caring for others. Its collective strength and character are derived from the values and distinctive experiences of each individual; therefore, it affirms the richness of human intellect and culture and its contribution to knowledge, faith, reason, and dialogue. Furthermore, it strives toward a society in which good will, respect, and equality prevail. To that end, Wake Forest University rejects hatred and bigotry in any form and promotes justice, honor, and mutual trust.The University is comprised of:
the undergraduate college, Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, School of Business, School of Divinity, School of Law, and School of Medicine (located on the Bowman Gray campus with Wake Forest #J-18808-Ljbffr
Serves as an Athletics Staff liaison on game day.
\*This position is not eligible for sponsorship of non-immigrant or immigrant visa status through Wake Forest University. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply.**Job Description****Essential Functions:**
Assist with the coordination and execution of all Development office’s signature events,
including, but not limited to Campaign Groundbreakings/Dedications, Annual Parents Welcome
event, Scholarship Brunch, Spring Tour events, ILC Weekend, Volunteer Army events and other
events held throughout the year. Responsibilities include, but not limited to scheduling date
between multiple offices, creation of event in DAD and event registration page, site
selection/reservation, caterer/menu selection, theme and decor, entertainment, communications
plan (invitations, email reminders, and follow-up), coordination of event program and materials
needed (video, program, talking points, etc.), serving as main contact for guests, hotel needs (in
certain cases), golf outing coordination (in certain cases), coordinating audio/visual needs,
adhering to established budgets, ensuring adequate staffing, coordinate set-up/breakdown,
coordinate event follow-up plan with assistance from Director of Communications (appropriate
thank you, appeal, photo disbursement, surveys, etc.).
Serves as onsite contact for Development events when needed to facilitate the operations.
Responds to problems and ensures all aspects of the events are implemented and controlled
according to plan.
Works in partnership with University Advancement’s Events Team.
Serves as Athletics staff liaison in donor hospitality areas on game day.
Coordinates Development virtual events
Assists in the negotiation of contracts with various vendors to ensure costs and terms of contracts
are within budgetary guidelines.
Assists in the development and tracking of event budgets and ensures all stated guidelines are
adhered to.
Aids in the execution of Deacon Club stewardship initiatives for donors
Ensures compliance with NCAA rules and regulations related to outside interest groups, to
include keeping donors informed as to applicable rules, and preventing interference with the
operation of intercollegiate athletics programs.**Other Functions:**
Performs other duties as assigned**Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:**
BS degree in Administrative, Business, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, or related discipline plus
two to three years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified, or an
equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of NCAA regulations and guidelines.
Knowledge of alternative fundraising programs, methods, techniques and giving strategies. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies
in a diverse community.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to foster a cooperative environment.
Ability to develop, plan and implement short- and long-range goals.
Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and
developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and/or projections.
Proficiency in the use of computers and related software applications.
Ability to work evening, weekend hours and travel
Valid driver license with good driving record; must be insurable.
**Accountabilities:**
Responsible for own work**Additional Job Description****Time Type Requirement**Full time### ### **Note to Applicant:**This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.*In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.*****Equal Opportunity Statement****The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status.
****Accommodations for Applicants****If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact AskHR@wfu.edu or (336) 758-4700.**About WFU:**Wake Forest University, formed in 1834, has experienced decades of growth and innovation.
WFU is a distinctive university that combines a liberal arts core with graduate and professional schools and innovative research programs.
The University embraces the teacher-scholar ideal, which prizes the personal interaction between students and faculty.
It is a place where exceptional teaching, fundamental research and discovery, and the engagement of faculty and students in the classroom and the laboratory are paramount.Wake Forest University is a community that seeks the enlightenment and freedom which come through diligent study and learning. Its higher goal, however, is to give life to the University motto "Pro Humanitate," as members translate a passion for knowledge into compassionate service. The community shares a tradition that embraces freedom and integrity and acknowledges the worth of the individual. The heritage, established by the school's founders and nurtured by succeeding generations, promotes a democratic spirit arising from open-mindedness and discourse. Wake Forest fosters compassion and caring for others. Its collective strength and character are derived from the values and distinctive experiences of each individual; therefore, it affirms the richness of human intellect and culture and its contribution to knowledge, faith, reason, and dialogue. Furthermore, it strives toward a society in which good will, respect, and equality prevail. To that end, Wake Forest University rejects hatred and bigotry in any form and promotes justice, honor, and mutual trust.The University is comprised of:
the undergraduate college, Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, School of Business, School of Divinity, School of Law, and School of Medicine (located on the Bowman Gray campus with Wake Forest #J-18808-Ljbffr