The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Director, Development. This is a career, full-time position with a targeted annual salary of $70,900.00 with full health benefits and membership in the UC Retirement Plan.
Join us and advance your career as an Assistant Director of Development with UCLA Athletics. UCLA is proud of its comprehensive athletic program and heritage. The collective accomplishments of Bruin teams and athletes are testimony to the efforts of many dedicated and talented individuals: the student-athletes themselves, as well as coaches, administrators, and support staff. The athletic department also benefits from the strong support of faculty, students, alumni, and fans with fundraising playing a significant role in the continuation of these collective accomplishments. Reporting to the Senior Director, Stewardship, the Assistant Director, Development assists signature events, and donor engagement, and leads event hospitality events. In addition, the Assistant Director, Development works with the Director, Bruin Varsity Club to cultivate former student-athletes toward greater participation and engagement with UCLA Athletics, including membership in the Bruin Varsity Club’s “Premier” membership level.
All applicants should demonstrate the following abilities: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience and training is preferred; Preferred experience of two or more years in a fundraising environment, or prior professional experience in a related field such as sales, marketing, business development or constituent engagement related experience; Two years of event planning and coordinating experience, preferable in the athletics environment; Strong oral communication skills to collect and convey information with accuracy, diplomacy and tact; ability to persuasively express the mission of the university and goals of the Wooden Athletic Fund and Bruin Varsity Club; Excellent written communication skills with the ability to write and edit reports, business correspondence, appropriate letters of outreach, engagement and acknowledgement; ability to prepare clear and compelling materials for events, initiatives and programs; Detail oriented with ability to take initiative, work independently and accept responsibility; adept at setting priorities and managing work flow to fulfill objectives and meet goals according to deadlines in a dynamic and ever-changing environment; Ability to effectively work and collaborate in a cohesive team environment made up of diverse individuals with a variety of interests, strengths, and professional preparation; Well-developed interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with colleagues and build and sustain lasting relationships with a wide variety of internal and external constituents including those of a high level; Ability to manage programs and initiatives and in evaluating effectiveness against established goals; Ability to make prudent and strategic decisions and take appropriate action in situations where there may not be clearly established criteria or standards; Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive files and other information; impeccable integrity and discretion in dealing with colleagues and constituents; Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft suite of applications as well as familiarity with other databases, spreadsheet, scheduling and email applications; willingness to learn new programs and applications in a prompt and efficient manner; Demonstrated ability to adhere to and comply with NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations.
Expressions of interest must be received by 8:59pm on April 7, 2026. All applicants must submit their cover letter, resume and references.
*Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check performed by Universal Background Screening and UCLA Athletics.
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
“Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
