Athletics Partnerships & Development Lead *Internal to UW System Only*
Position Is Open Until Filled

Primary responsibilities will include: 

• Acts as our lead sales and revenue generation team member.
• Oversee and execute all aspects of the Parkside Athletics Corporate Partners Program, including ensuring the successful solicitation, fulfillment, invoicing, and renewals of partners.
• Oversee and execute all aspects of the Ranger Impact Fund, including leading the annual fundraising drive and sport-specific fundraising initiatives.
• Manages our ticket sales and premium hospitality initiatives including season tickets, group tickets, and partial ticket plans.
• Manage a portfolio of donors, sponsors, supporters, and prospects.
• Build relationships and work with Strategic Communications Marketing and Event Management staff members to ensure effective and aligned communication, marketing, fulfillment, and event management.
• Organize, plan, and organize the Ranger Impact Open (annual golf fundraiser) and additional athletics fundraising and alumni relations events.
• Help coordinate special events, including but not limited to the Hall of Fame Ceremony, Ranger Awards, and Student-Athlete Career Fair.
• Represent the athletics department appropriately and intentionally through campus and community involvement, speaking engagements, media responsibilities, etc.
• Oversight and management of student internship and student staff program.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 1 year of experience in college athletics on the Division I or II level.
• Relevant experience in the area of sponsorships, fundraising, and/or marketing with college athletics.
• Experience providing elite customer service to supporters.

Preferred

• 2 years of experience in college athletics on the Division I or II level.
• Knowledge of sales and fundraising trends in college athletics.
• Experience managing special events.
• Demonstrate the ability to be strategically organized and think innovatively.

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University of Wisconsin System provides a liberal benefits package, including participation in a state pension plan. 

Benefit Details: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/

Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/benefits-estimator/  

HOW TO APPLY:
Applications must be submitted electronically through our employment portal. If you need additional assistance you may contact Human Resources at (262) 595-2204. Hours 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday.

STEP 1: Please select the applicable link below:

External Applicants: (NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

Internal Applicants: (Currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)

STEP 2: Submit application materials

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. All materials must be added at one time, once submitted you may not edit/add to profile. Please include the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Names and contact information for 3 professional references

Review of Applications

Applications received by 03/14/2024 are ensured full consideration. Position open until filled.

You must select "SUBMIT". Selecting "Save" will not forward your application materials to the search committee. 

Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials.

In instances where the Review Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidates application materials whether she/he meets all of the required qualifications, or if all of the application materials are not submitted, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications and may be excluded from further consideration.

Employment will require a criminal background check in accordance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. (see TC1 - App. 4 and p. 12)

Note: Criminal Background Check – The Department of Workforce Development, Equal Rights Division prohibits employers from using criminal background check information, policies or practices that have a “disparate impact” and is not “job-related and consistent with business necessity” in hiring decisions. All information used to screen or hire job applications should relate to the duties of the job.

UW-Parkside is an AA/EEO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status. Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

EDI Statement
UW-Parkside is committed to providing an environment in which our diverse community of students, faculty, and staff can thrive. We aspire to foster a more equitable and inclusive climate and culture between and among students, faculty, and staff, and to improve justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in every aspect of campus life. Please visit The Office of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion for additional information.

It is the policy of UW-Parkside to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 262-595-2204. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual’s disability.

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