Graduate Assistant for Development- Athletics

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the universitys signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNGs Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is accepting applications for a Graduate Assistant for Development- Athletics. The Graduate Assistant for Development will support the fundraising and engagement efforts of the UNG Athletics Department within University Advancement. Reporting to the Director of Development, the GA will assist with donor and prospect research, corporate and community engagement, stewardship, special events, annual giving, alumni relations, alumni golf tournament, and fundraising initiatives. The position will use university advancement systems and CRM platforms to maintain donor and prospect information, support outreach to alumni, donors, corporate partners, and community stakeholders. The GA will also assist with donor communications, stewardship activities, events, membership, and presentations. The position may have opportunities to participate in donor meetings, campus events, and partner activities while gaining hands-on experience in higher education advancement. There will be a high level of administrative duties connected to this role and may also be asked to perform other activities within the athletic department. The Graduate Assistant will work closely with the Director of Development and may collaborate with faculty, staff, University Advancement colleagues, and external partners to support the fundraising priorities of the Athletics Department.

Responsibilities

• Support athletic events and fundraising opportunities with written communication, operations, tracking, updating donor records, alumni support, donor relations, and event planning.
• Coordinate targeted annual giving and membership outreach, including audience segmentation, phone/text/email outreach, volunteer support, campaign tracking, and follow-up.
• Support donor stewardship and recognition by coordinating timely and personalized impact communications, donor recognition, welcome and renewal touches, and other relationship-building activities.
• Research best practices and emerging strategies in higher education annual giving, leadership annual giving, donor retention, and sustainer/recurring giving; translate findings into practical recommendations for the program.
• Assist with donor data enrichment, reporting, and analysis, including identifying engagement patterns, potential upgrade opportunities, recurring-giving prospects, and donors who may warrant additional cultivation or referral.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Excellent organization and attention to detail

• Strong research and analytical skills

• Ability to synthesize information into clear recommendations; professional and personable approach when interacting with donors, alumni, volunteers, and staff; interest in philanthropy, and relationship-based services.

• Ability to work independently; comfort working with spreadsheets and data management platforms; ability to learn CRM, email, and fundraising technology

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference for a student enrolled in a graduate program at UNG
• Athletics experience preferred.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel
• This position does not require security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education