Sr. Associate/Executive Director, Athletics Lobo Club

University of New Mexico

Albuquerque, NM

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$6,744.40–$9,654.67
SKILLS
Athletics, Background Investigation, Campaigns, Donor Development, Employment Contracts, Fundraising, Leadership, Operational Audit, Operational Strategy, Operations Processes, Patient Care, Stewardship, Vaccination
LOCATION
Albuquerque, NM
POSTED
1 day ago
Assoc Dir,Athletic Development

Requisition ID
req32802

Working Title
Sr. Associate/Executive Director, Athletics Lobo Club

Position Grade
16

Position Summary

The University of New Mexico is seeking an Executive Director of the LoboClub to be a member of the UNM Athletic Department. The Executive Director will report to the Deputy Athletic Director and serve on the Senior Leadership team of the Athletic Department. He/She will manage and oversee the University's strategic fundraising efforts for the Athletic Department.

Duties and Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Oversees all facets of the daily operation of the unit.
  • Establishes and implements short and long-range goals, objectives, and operating procedures; monitors and evaluates operational effectiveness and effects changes required for improvement
  • Leads, directs and coordinates multifaceted fundraising activities, including annual campaigns, stewardship activities, cultivation of major gifts exceeding $25,000, alumni engagement programming; serves as the designated liaison with the Lobo Club Board of Directors and the UNM Foundation
  • Identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards major gift donors and prospects including individual, corporations, and/or foundations
See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
  • Employees in this job title are subject to the terms and conditions of an employment contract. Employment contracts are typically subject to review and renewal on an annual basis.
  • Compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations is required in this position.
  • Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
  • Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's preferred
  • 7 years of progressive experience in NCAA Division I athletics, or directly related area.


Additional Requirements

Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department
Athletics Lobo Club (925J)

Employment Type
Staff

Staff Type
Contract

Term End Date

Status
Exempt

Pay
$6,744.40 - $9,654.67 Monthly

Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required
Yes

For Best Consideration Date
3/28/2025

Eligible for Remote Work
No

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please attach updated cover letter, resume, and three professional references.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.

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INDUSTRY
Education
FOUNDED
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