Associate AD, Major Gifts - Auburn Athletics

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number S4459P Home Org Name Athletic Development TUF Contract Division Name Director Intercollegiate Athletics Position Title Associate AD, Major Gifts - Auburn Athletics Job Class Code BA25 Appointment Status Full-time Part-time FTE Limited Term No Limited Term Length Job Summary

Auburn University Athletics is recruiting for an Associate AD, Major Gifts to join our Tigers Unlimited team! The Tigers Unlimited Foundation is committed to advancing Auburn Athletics to be the best school for the best athletes in the nation. This position directs and has primary responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Tigers Unlimited Foundation development staff under the supervision of the Senior Associate AD of Development. This position is also responsible for raising principal gifts ($1 million and greater) to enable the unit to fulfill its mission of supporting the Auburn Athletics Department and its mission. Additionally, this position will provide strategy, leadership, direction, coordination, and management of all levels of giving.

Essential Functions

• Collaborates with the Senior Associate AD of Development to design and implement fundraising strategies to meet the athletics department's annual and long-term goals.
• Identifies, cultivates, and solicits major gift prospects for gifts of $1 million or more to support Tigers Unlimited Foundation priorities and meet individual and team fundraising goals.
• Conducts 100-140 significant in-person donor visits annually with a focus on advancing prospects to close gifts.
• Presents proposals or makes solicitations to secure private support to meet individual goals and goals of the foundation.
• Effectively works with donors to facilitate gifts.
• Monitors monthly gift and pledge totals; work with staff to strategize on solicitations and closing gifts.
• Provides leadership, coaching, and performance management for development staff, including conducting annual performance evaluations, promoting professional growth, and maintaining a high-performing, collaborative team environment. Fosters a learning environment by involving others, delegating appropriately, and addressing conflict situations constructively.
• Develops, monitors, and oversees the budget for development fundraising operations.
• Develops strategic plan for development officers by establishing monthly goals for donor visits, solicitations, and proposals.
• Works in conjunction with the Sr Associate AD, develops, manages, and assigns prospect lists to development officers for Auburn University Athletics Capital campaign solicitations.
• Represents and participates in Central Advancement and Professional Development Meetings and Activities on behalf of Tigers Unlimited Foundation.
• Keeps the Senior Associate AD of Development informed on progress toward goals, new plans and proposals, and ensures that a cooperative team effort is made to meet goals and objectives.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 7 years of experience in gift solicitation or development fundraising that includes fundraising and/or gift solicitation of high value gifts.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations related to fund raising. Knowledge of budget planning and donor record systems. Prior experience in or knowledge of the Tigers Unlimited ticket priority system. |
• A demonstrated record of successful major gift solicitations and experience designing and executing donor identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies. |
• Demonstrated successful coaching/mentoring relationship of development professionals. Preference given to candidates with experience/knowledge of athletics ticket priority system.
• Experience or knowledge of an athletics ticket priority system.

Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range $105,060 - $199,610 Job Category Athletics Support Working Hours if Non-Traditional 7:45am-4:45pm Monday-Friday, nights and weekends as needed City position is located in: Auburn State position is located: AL List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position Posting Date 05/16/2025 Closing Date Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance (EOC) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Please tell us how you first heard about this opportunity.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:

• Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period

• Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period

• Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee

• Not an Auburn or AUM employee

• • Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution?

• Yes

• No

• Will obtain within 6 months

• • Do you have 7 years of experience in gift solicitation or development fundraising that includes fundraising and/or gift solicitation of high value gifts?

• Yes

• No