Athletics Development Coordinator

Athletics Development Coordinator

UTRGV Athletics is seeking an Athletics Development Coordinator to support fundraising functions and donor stewardship.

Posting Number:
SRGV
8711

Location:

Edinburg, TX
Department:
Athletics Development
FTE: 1.0
FLSA:
Exempt

To coordinate and provide support to the athletic development team for development functions. Executes fundraising, donor engagement, and stewardship initiatives. Coordinates day‑to‑day activities that strengthen relationships with alumni and donors, while assisting in achieving annual fundraising goals for UTRGV Athletics.

• Works closely with all revenue‑generating areas, including ticketing and corporate sponsor ships, to ensure effective coordination and communication with external constituents.
• Assists with planning and execution of annual fund campaigns, including donor communication, solicitation mailings, and benefit fulfillment in collaboration with the Division of Institutional Advancement.
• Coordinates donor stewardship efforts, including thank‑you letters, benefit tracking, and recognition materials.
• Active participation with organization and execution of special events such as donor receptions, game‑day hospitality, and recognition programs.
• Maintains and updates donor and prospect records within the Athletics’ development database in collaboration with Advancement Data Services and/or Gift Services.
• Supports creation of donor reports, contact lists, and campaign analytics to inform fundraising strategies.
• Coordinates and communicates with university’s development and alumni relations efforts on campus and other applicable constituency groups.
• Assists in processing gifts, pledges, and documentation related to donor contributions.
• Serves as a resource for athletics donor inquiries, ensuring a professional and timely response.
• Coordinates and manages inventory and distribution of donor recognition items and premium seating materials.
• Attends meetings, conferences, and seminars related to the program’s mission and goals.
• Develops, cultivates, and maintains working relationships with internal/external departments/agencies and other organizations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.

Two (2) years of experience performing closely related duties such as coordination of fundraising and reporting functions, program and event coordination.

Experience working in intercollegiate athletics or higher education development area. Knowledge of donor databases, fundraising systems, or CRM platforms (e.g., Raiser’s Edge).

Minimum Salary:
Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary:
Commensurate with Experience

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to complying with all government requirements and ensures non‑discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment.

We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

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