Development Officer, Athletics (VPUR)

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Two (2) years of experience in fundraising, annual giving, donor relations, marketing, sales, operations, or customer service.

Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Knowledge of fundraising principles and practices, particularly annual giving, donor cultivation, and stewardship strategies.

Knowledge of data analysis and reporting methods to track donor engagement, fundraising metrics, and portfolio performance.

Skill in digital technologies, strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to listen actively and inspire through storytelling.

Skill in organization with strong attention to detail and commitment to quality outcomes.

Skill in creative problem-solving, data analysis, and managing multiple priorities to meet deadlines.

Skill in adaptability and results-oriented problem-solving.

Ability to remain resilient and optimistic while maintaining high ethical standards.

Ability to work effectively in teams, engage various individuals, and manage confidential information with discretion.

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.  Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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