An example of job duties includes but are not limited to:

•Manage large portfolio of major gift and annual fund prospects with the expectation to make 200+ personal visits annually. 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.

•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.

•Assist in management of the athletics endowment and planned giving programs.

•Work home and some away K-State Athletic sporting events and donor events.

WHY JOIN US:

K-State Athletics is a proud member of the Big 12 Conference and invites applications for the position of Associate Director for Development. We are looking for applicants who want to become a part of our Development Office workforce to help meet our fundraising goals.

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/

Kansas State University has been named a 2022 Top Employer by DiversityJobs.com for a third consecutive year.

The 2021 annual survey by Forbes magazine, “America’s Best Employers by State List,” finds Kansas State University rates among the Top 3 employers in the state and is the best university employer in Kansas.

WE SUPPORT DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and promotes inclusion. The University actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.

BENEFITS:

•Medical, dental and vision health plans

•Retirement plan

•Earned leave plan – vacation and sick

•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

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree at time of application
• Three years of experience in college athletics fundraising or sales

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five years of experience in college athletics fundraising or sales
• Experience working with and managing a portfolio of donors/clients
• Experience fundraising in NCAA Division I athletics
• Former college student-athlete

Other Requirements:

• 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
• 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
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment

This position holds expectations of compliance with all NCAA, Big 12 Conference, Kansas State University and K-State Athletics, Inc. rules and regulations.

How to Apply: 

To be considered for the position, please complete the online application at https://careers.pageuppeople.com/742/cw/en-us/job/513298/associate-director-for-development, and submit/upload the following documents:

1. Cover letter indicating your qualifications for the position
2. Resume with three professional references that includes contact information (name, title, phone number and email address)

Screening of Applications Begins:  Immediately and continues until position is filled.

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.