Chief Development Officer

Job Summary

The Chief Development Officer (CDO), Athletics and Recreation leads the fundraising efforts for the department. The CDO works closely with leaders in Athletics and Recreation and across the institution to foster relationships with major donors and create opportunities for support and engagement.



Qualifications

• Proven track record of closing 6- and 7-figure gifts.
• Experience working with volunteers - either on boards, committees, or in completion of assigned responsibilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills demonstrated by clear, concise, and persuasive writing, public speaking.
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.
• Entrepreneurial, self-starter and action-oriented.
• An ability to set and achieve revenue generating goals.
• Understanding of the importance of sports and higher education is an asset , but not a requirement.