MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Required Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of progressively responsible Major Gift fundraising experience
- Fundraising expertise with a proven record of success in securing major gifts
- A professional demeanor with successful presentation skills
- Proven successful negotiation skills
- Exemplary communication skills
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license, a Florida driver’s license upon state residency
- Ability to engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds
- Availability to work a non-standard work week which may include evenings, weekends, holidays
- Extensive overnight travel 2 to 4 weeks a month
- Ability to work with and protect confidential information
- In the first 12 months of employment required to make at least 100 face-to-face qualification visits and build a portfolio of at least 25 major gift prospects.
Preferred Qualifications: - Master’s degree
- Experience in an intercollegiate athletics or university environment
- Success with prospect research methods
- Excellent customer service skills
- Demonstrated excellence in organizational skills
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, life, LTD, AD&D, pension plan (upon eligibility), athletic event tickets, employee events and recognition programs as well as possible relocation assistance. Competitive compensation package commensurate with candidate’s previous experience and qualifications. You can view our full benefits guide on the official job posting by clicking here. Additional Information:
Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, but no offer of employment will be extended until after the position closes. Once an official offer is extended and accepted, the candidate will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and the completion of hire will be contingent on satisfactory background screening results. The candidate will also be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States. The Gators Boosters, Inc. is an at-will employer, a separate company from the University of Florida and not a state employer.
How to Apply:
Qualified applicants please go to www.FloridaGators.com/employment to apply. For individuals without computer access, stop by the University Athletic Association, Inc. Human Resources offices located on the 4th floor of the west side of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
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