The University of Texas at San Antonio hiring Assistant Director for Annual Giving (Athletics) in San Antonio, TX | LinkedIn (2025)

Org Marketing Statement The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Tier One research university and a Hispanic Serving Institution specializing in cybersecurity, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic transformation. With more than 34,300 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on career readiness the university produces more graduates for the workforce than any other institution in the region. It is a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property — for Texas, the nation and the world. UTSA has been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online , on UTSA Today or on X (formerly Twitter) , Instagram , Facebook , YouTube or LinkedIn .

UTSA AthleticsThe success of UTSA Athletics has played an integral role in generating a greater sense of pride for UTSA and San Antonio. This has resulted in the highest level of support UTSA Athletics has seen in its history, with alumni and donor support increasing exponentially.

On the heels of its entry into the American Athletic Conference, UTSA Athletics launched its latest campaign: Bold Champions in The American . This philanthropic campaign accelerates the university’s focused work to elevate UTSA as a national brand and to stake its claim in this competitive conference, which features institutions with robust funding, programming and infrastructure.

Posting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 pm on 08/14/2024. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Salary Range: $45,028 annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.

Hours: up to 40 hours per week, exempt.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume and cover letter are required.

Job Summary Essential Functions UTSA Athletics and the Office of Advancement seek a proactive, results-driven individual, to provide specialized skills and knowledge to assist in the planning and execution of all aspects of a comprehensive Athletics Annual Giving Program. This role will report to the Assistant Athletic Director for Development and is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing assigned annual giving programs in order to maximize fundraising.

Core Responsibilities

• Plan and implement Roadrunner Athletic Fund (RAF) Appeals, including but not limited to:
• RAF Collateral and Online Content – RAF Membership Guide, RAF Webpage, Bold Champions in the American Microsite.
• Annual Fund Direct Mail Solicitations – End of Year Summary, RAF+ Renewal (philanthropic only gifts with no per-seat requirement), Collateral inclusions in direct mailing for season ticket renewals.
• Email Campaigns (20+ Communications) – Recurring Gift Appeal, Giving Tuesday (Soft Ask), End of Year Giving Appeal for tax purposes, 210 Day Appeal, Membership Deadline Appeal at the end of fiscal year, Bold Champions in the American Appeals, 110% & Next Level Appeals, Hospitality Upgrade emails.
• Crowdfunding Giving Campaigns (Webpages and Email Appeals) (20+ Communications) -UTSA Giving Day, Battle of the Birds, Post Season Championship Fund.
• Serve as ticketing liaison; coordinate priority parking and donor loyalty points. Responsible for:
• RAF language in printed and electronic season ticket renewal.
• Loyalty Points Deadline reminder emails.
• Supporting cross-education and information sharing with the ticket office.
• Post-season priority communications, seating allocation, priority limits.
• Assist with implementing inbound and outbound phone calls; conduct outbound calls to renew donations; respond to incoming phone calls and daily inquiries received by the RAF email account.
• Assist with gameday hospitality duties for football and basketball seasons, including hosting donors in the 2011 Club during home football games.
• Assist with administrative duties, such as managing pledge reminders, and receipts, and coordinating deposits and forms with gift services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Two (2) years of relevant work experience.
• Additional education/experience may substitute for experience/education on a one for one basis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated skills in customer service.
• Flexibility and initiative, as well as the ability to work independently, combined with the skills for thriving in a team environment to achieve institutional goals.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously and successfully with close attention to detail and prioritization to meet deadlines.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office.

Additional Information

• UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
• This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Working Conditions

• Office environment.
• Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions, or other business-related events.
• Occasional after-hours and weekend work or overtime may be required.

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required, only occasionally.

This position will be primarily located on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee’s responsibility.

Equal Employment OpportunityAs an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.