Assistant Athletic Director - Cougar Club

Why Work at BYU   

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” 

Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. 

Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Athletic Director – Cougar Club

Job Summary:
The Assistant Athletic Director – Cougar Club is a key member of the Athletics Development Team. This position helps set strategy and drive growth for the Cougar Club, managing donor relationships at all levels and raising millions of dollars annually to support BYU Athletics. This position assists with major fundraising efforts, donor cultivation, the day-to-day operations of the Cougar Club, and strategic initiatives that generate millions of dollars annually for BYU Athletics. The Assistant AD manages relationships with donors and club members, supports high-profile events, and oversees select aspects of premium seating, ticketing, and donor benefits. Within assigned areas (i.e., donor strategy, event execution, member services, and benefit fulfillment), the Assistant AD strengthens donor engagement and drives revenue outcomes. The position also collaborates across Athletics and campus partners (ticketing, marketing, events) to deliver a high-quality donor experience—especially around priority seating, parking, hospitality, and communications—so that gifts translate into measurable impact for student-athletes.

Why You Should Join Our Team

Be an integral part of BYU history and our rich tradition of winning. As a member of the Big 12 Conference, never has there been a better opportunity for BYU to tell its story on the biggest stages, and you can be a part of that. We need someone who understands BYU’s distinctive mission and vision, with the gospel of Jesus Christ as its essential foundation. We need someone who cares deeply about the individual successes and challenges of our student-athletes. We need someone who strives for excellence in all they do and who can thrive in a dynamic, challenging, and incredibly rewarding environment. We want someone who can bring their own unique and diverse lived experiences to help develop and enhance the sense of belonging for all within BYU Athletics as we strive to work together as one team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Cougar Club fundraising goals through donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship across all giving levels.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with major donors and members through personal, phone, and digital outreach.
• Identify and engage new donor prospects; prepare proposals, correspondence, and gift documentation.
• Administer membership renewals, upgrades, and engagement campaigns, ensuring exceptional member service and retention.
• Plan and help execute donor and member events (e.g., luncheons, scholarship dinners, “Night Under the Stars”) including logistics, vendor coordination, and follow-up.
• Collaborate with Ticket Operations to manage priority seating, parking, and benefits fulfillment tied to donor giving levels.
• Coordinate VIP hospitality and represent BYU Athletics at home and away events, fostering strong alumni and donor connections.
• Maintain accurate CRM records, track donor activity, and generate reports to measure engagement and revenue progress.
• Partner across Development, Ticketing, Corporate Sponsorship, and Compliance teams to ensure alignment with policies and donor experience standards.
• Contribute to annual planning, donor strategy, and process improvements informed by data and donor feedback.

What Qualifies You to Apply?

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, marketing, public relations, or a related field
• Three years of proven experience in athletics, fundraising, development, or a related field
• Willingness to uphold and live by the university’s Honor Code.
• All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend, which may be verified during the application process.

Preferred:

• Background in athletics as a student-athlete, coach, and/or administrator.
• Five years of proven experience in athletics, fundraising, development, or a related field

What we offer in return:

In addition to our competitive pay structure, this position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Access to athletic facilities
• Excellent medical/dental benefits
• Short/long-term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Wellness Program
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 54

Typical Starting Pay: Depending on Experience

Required Documents:

All Staff positions require a resume.

Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!