Director of Donor Analytics & Development Operations

About This Role:

K-State Athletics is seeking qualified applicants for a DIRECTOR OF DONOR ANALYTICS AND DEVELOPMENT OPERATIONS, which is a full-time, salaried, benefits-eligible position.

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

• Build and lead donor analytics strategy.
• Serve as primary contact for all CRM systems including but not limited to Salesforce, Paciolan, Affinaquest.
• Build and manage CRM dashboard for gift officers and fundraising campaigns.
• Keep data updated on CRM systems for special groups like former letterwinners
• Assist in keeping donor records up to date in appropriate CRM programs.
• Create prospect lists for new major gift donors and annual fundraising campaigns.
• Provide accurate reporting to Asst. AD for Annual Giving for appropriate donor stewardship.
• Research major gift prospects for major gift officers and provide donor report in a timely manner.
• Manage relationship between athletic development team and university advancement data and analytics team.
• Maintain up to date metrics on major gift officer fundraising success and tracking of athletics’ fundraising campaigns
• Potential work on athletic gamedays or special events.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Why Join Us:

K-State Athletics, Inc. is a proud member of the Big 12 Conference. We are looking for qualified applicants who are 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/

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

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.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree at time of application
• Three or more years of technical expertise regarding data models, database development, and data mining techniques.
• Experience with Salesforce, Paciolan or other CRM systems
• Ability to quickly pull data and provide progress reports in order to contribute to data-driven decision making.
• Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail.
• 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 Qualifications:

• Master’s degree preferred
• Experience in working in NCAA Division I athletics or in professional sports

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.

How to Apply:

To be considered for the position, please complete the online application 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, email address)

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled

Benefits:

• Excellent medical, dental and vision health plans
• Retirement plan (No Vesting Period!)
• Generous 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

Salary Rate / Pay Rate:

$50,000 - $58,000