Job Summary:
The Director, Block T Association/Assistant Athletic Director is responsible for developing, strengthening and maintaining relationships with former student-athletes and engaging them in the life of TCU in a way that leads to increased philanthropic support. The Director will identify, cultivate and solicit high-level prospective donors for support of Intercollegiate Athletics and other University priorities. The position serves as the University Advancement and Athletic Department liaison between the Block T Association board, members and all former student-athletes, and plans/oversees all events, programming and special projects related to the Association.
Duties & Essential Job Functions:
1. Develops, leads and manages a comprehensive alumni relations program that creates meaningful engagement opportunities for former student-athletes and increases philanthropic support for TCU.
2. Works closely with key volunteer leaders and stakeholders to develop and oversee programs, events and special projects that support Intercollegiate Athletics in a way that is NCAA compliant and consistent with TCU's mission, vision and values.
3. Cultivates, solicits and stewards a portfolio of athletics donors to secure major gifts (100,000+)
4. Provides stewardship to athletics donors and ensures that the Block T Association and former student-athletes benefit from best-practice donor relations programs and activities.
5. Plans, oversees and manages special events - including, but not limited to, fall/spring Block T Association golf tournaments, fall Horned Frog Classic golf tournament, and Block T Hall of Fame banquet.
6. Coordinates Block T Association annual and other meetings.
7. Secures corporate and other sponsorship and event support.
8. Coordinates Block T Association membership by recruiting new members, leading its board of directors, coordinating regular board meetings, annual meeting and other events.
9. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Education & Experience:
• Bachelor's degree.
• 5 years' experience in volunteer management, alumni relations, donor relations, fundraising, event planning or other external relations related role.
Preferred Education & Experience:
• Master's degree.
• 10 years' experience in higher education athletics administration and / or coaching, volunteer management, alumni relations, donor relations, fundraising, event planning, or closely related role.
• Former TCU letter winner.
Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:
• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• Must be insurable under the university motor vehicle requirements.
Preferred Licensure, Certification, and/or Specialized Training:
• None
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Knowledge of development/fundraising concepts and appropriate solicitation techniques.
• Knowledge of communications, presentation and interpersonal relationship techniques.
• Knowledge of customer service techniques.
• Knowledge of marketing and sales techniques.
• Knowledge of intercollegiate athletics.
• Skill in project management.
• Skill in effective written and oral communication.
• Skill in public speaking and presenting to various levels of the organization.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office suite, to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to interact with diplomacy and tact amid influential constituents and diverse groups.
• Ability to identify, cultivate and successfully solicit philanthropic gifts from high-level prospects.
• Ability to adapt and respond to various situations.
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently, as well as on a team.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to use technology (e.g. PC, iPhone, iPad, videoconferencing technology and customized CRM system) as needed.
TCU Core Competencies:
University Core Competencies definitions may be found on the Human Resources website and in the staff performance management system.
Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):
• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 10 lbs.
Work Environment:
• Work is indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.
• This role is an on campus, in-person position.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.
AA/EEO Statement:
As an AA/EEO employer, TCU recruits, hires, and promotes qualified persons in all job classifications without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnic origin, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
