Manhattan, Kansas
Posted: 23-Jun-25
Location: Manhattan, Kansas
Type: Full-time
Salary: $60,000 to $65,000
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Additional Information:
K-State Athletics is seeking qualified applicants for an ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT, which is a full-time, salaried, benefits-eligible position.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects with the expectation to make 150+ personal visits annually.
- Identify, manage, cultivate and solicit new and current prospects for major gifts and annual leadership gifts for the Ahearn Fund and K-State Athletics. Frequent travel within the state of Kansas, bordering states and potential national travel to cultivate and solicit gifts.
- Work home and some away K-State Athletic sporting events and donor event.
- Other duties as assigned.
Why Join Us: K-State Athletics, Inc. is a proud member of the Big 12 Conference. We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, energetic, passionate about college athletics, enjoys meeting people and maintaining positive donor relationships, and solicit major gifts to support the Ahearn Fund and K-State Athletics.'
Our mission is to foster a culture in which our student-athletes have every opportunity to reach their maximum potential academically, athletically, mentally and socially while operating an organization that is anchored by a genuine commitment to K-State, our supporters and each other.
For more information on K-State Athletics, please visit http://www.kstatesports.com
For more information on Manhattan, KS and the University, please visit http://www.k-state.edu/hcs/jobs/
Forbes magazine published their “2024 America’s Best Midsize Employers List,” and finds Kansas State University rates among the Top 100 employers in the country.
Benefits:
- Excellent medical, dental and vision health plans
- Retirement plan (No vesting period!!)
- Earned vacation and sick leave plans
- Parental leave plan
- Term life insurance
- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Long term disability insurance
- Paid KSU designated holidays
- K-State Athletics Local Agency Employee Benefits Information: https://www.kstatesports.com/sports/2020/3/6/athletics-human-resources.aspx?path=resources
Background Screening Statement: In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee. If position is in development, business office or ticket office, the background screen will include a credit check.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Two years of college athletics major gift fundraising experience or comparable sales experience.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to promote and demonstrate respect, collaboration and friendly customer service in all working relationships and situations
Preferred Requirements:
- Three years of college athletics major gift fundraising experience or comparable sales experience.
- Experience working with and managing a portfolio of donors
- Experience fundraising in NCAA Div I athletics
- Former student-athlete
Other Requirements:
- Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required
- Must be able to travel as required
- Must have a valid driver’s license at all times
This position holds expectations of compliance with all NCAA, Big 12 Conference, Kansas State University and K-State Athletics, Inc. rules and regulations.
Screening begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.
To be considered for the position, please complete the online application and submit/upload the following documents:
- Cover letter indicating your qualifications for the position
- Resume with three professional references that includes contact information (name, title, phone number and email address)