Special Events and Athletic Development Manager

The University of Saint Mary is conveniently located a short 30 minutes’ drive from Parkville, Shawnee, Basehor and Kansas City, Kansas.  USM offer all full-time employees Medical, Dental, Vision, University Paid Basic Life & AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability along with a generous Tuition Remission for the employee, spouse and dependents under the age of 24 years old.  

THE HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF SAINT MARY:

The University of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in Leavenworth, Kansas, just 25 minutes away from Kansas City. For over 100 years, the University of Saint Mary has helped students find their way to meaningful lives and careers through an education that blends the liberal arts and a focus on critical thinking with the development of key professional skills. USM serves about 1,400 students at its main campus in Leavenworth, its satellite location in Overland Park, as well as online.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Special Events and Athletic Development Manager in the Office of University Advancement (UA) is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing strategies to increase the level of financial support given by alumni, friends, and corporate partners. The Special Events and Athletic Development Manager will manage all aspects of event planning for the University’s special fundraising events while serving as the liaison between the University’s Advancement, Alumni, and Athletic programs. 

The Special Events and Athletic Development Manager will work under the supervision of the Associate Vice President for Advancement and in accordance with the Vice President for Athletics.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manage all aspects of event planning for the University’s special fundraising events (Golf Classic, Hall of Fame Banquet, and SpireFest)
• Assist in the planning and execution of all USM Athletic Program fundraising initiatives
• Build and manage a portfolio of annual donors and corporate sponsors to support the University’s athletic programs and special events
• Oversee the University’s Athletics Corporate Sponsorship program, including the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of sponsors
• Assist in identifying and qualifying major gift prospects
• Secure and steward sponsorships ranging from $2,500–$50,000, meeting with prospects monthly
• Manage event budgets, track progress, and conduct post-event evaluations.
• Assets and set fiscal year fundraising goals and metrics in collaboration with the Vice President of Advancement and the Vice President of Athletics.  
• Support donor and alumni cultivation gatherings on campus (e.g., President’s Football Suite, Alumni Reunion, Homecoming).
• Perform additional tasks assigned by the Associate Vice President for Advancement and Vice President for Athletics.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor degree required.
• A minimum of two years of related professional experience; preferably in a university setting. 
• Event management experience, preferably in nonprofit fundraising
• Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of constituents to achieve Advancement goals.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities under deadlines
• Effective project management skills.
• Commitment to accuracy and detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Effective organizational skills and proven ability to successfully manage and prioritize multiple projects and/or tasks to achieve goals and meet timelines.
• Proficient computer skills experience in MS Word Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, including mail merge capabilities.
• Commitment to the Saint Mary mission and its Core Values of Justice, Community, Respect, and Excellence.
• Willingness to travel and work some weekends and evenings.

TO APPLY:
Submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three current professional references. 

Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Questions: email human resources at hr@stmary.edu