The University of Texas at Austin
Associate Director for Development
The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Job Posting Title:
Associate Director for DevelopmentHiring Department:
College of Natural SciencesPosition Open To:
All ApplicantsWeekly Scheduled Hours:
40FLSA Status:
ExemptEarliest Start Date:
Aug 01, 2024Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Sep 30, 2024Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUSAbout The University of Texas at Austin:
What starts here changes the world. The University of Texas at Austin, founded in 1883, ranks among the 40 best universities in the world with top national programs across 19 colleges and schools. By creating educational opportunities for all and leading cutting-edge research at scale, the University fosters positive social change, technological advancement, and economic progress showing the world that change really does start here.About The College of Natural Sciences:
The UT Austin College of Natural Sciences has 11 graduate programs and specializations ranked in the top 10 nationally, spanning the physical sciences, life sciences, computer science, and mathematics. Among the college's faculty are 22 members of the National Academies and winners of the Turing Award, Wolf Prize, National Medal of Science, and MacArthur Fellowship.Why Join Texas Development?
The University of Texas at Austin is on the front lines of the future: sparking the imagination, driving discovery, and transforming lives. Together, through one of the largest fundraising efforts in our state's history, we will support our people and lead innovation through world-changing pursuits.Purpose:
To serve as an Associate Director of Development supporting the College of Natural Sciences. Successful candidates will focus on qualifying and cultivating prospects with a capacity of $100,000+ with an emphasis on soliciting gifts of $100,000+.Responsibilities:Maintain an understanding of the University and College of Natural Sciences' priorities, vision, and mission.Build and carry an active portfolio of 75-100 prospective donors.Engage in qualification, strategy, development, relationship building, and closing of major gifts at $100,000+ for the College.Consistently produce $2,500,000+ per year.Participate in goal setting, proposal preparation, strategy development, and stewardship as required for donors in the portfolio.Successfully and consistently deliver funding proposals to prospective and current donors.Effectively work with, communicate with, and collaborate with faculty, academic leaders, and other development staff.Use fundraising database and prospecting tools; maintain appropriate electronic documentation.Write timely reports, letters, proposals, and gift agreements.Work collaboratively and professionally with all Texas Development colleagues.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 2 years' experience in major gifts fundraising or related fields.Demonstrated ability to execute successful full-cycle donor strategy.Demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively, work well under pressure, and manage details of several concurrent projects.Experience using reporting tools and donor management software.Highly effective communication skills (written, verbal, interpersonal).Proven project management skills.Capable of working independently and collaborating among teams.Ability to travel frequently to visit prospects and donors.Ability to use discretion and maintain integrity and professionalism.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with fundraising database and knowledge of prospecting tools.Experience working in a large-scale complex academic research university.Knowledge of UT Austin policies and procedures a plus.Salary Range:
$65,000+ depending on qualifications.Working Conditions:
May work around standard office conditions. Repetitive use of a keyboard. Must be able to travel frequently, overnight and weekends as necessary.Required Materials:Resume/CVLetter of interest3 work references with contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:
You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply.Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:
As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday.Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting.Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin uses E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires.Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).
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Associate Director for DevelopmentHiring Department:
College of Natural SciencesPosition Open To:
All ApplicantsWeekly Scheduled Hours:
40FLSA Status:
ExemptEarliest Start Date:
Aug 01, 2024Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Sep 30, 2024Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUSAbout The University of Texas at Austin:
What starts here changes the world. The University of Texas at Austin, founded in 1883, ranks among the 40 best universities in the world with top national programs across 19 colleges and schools. By creating educational opportunities for all and leading cutting-edge research at scale, the University fosters positive social change, technological advancement, and economic progress showing the world that change really does start here.About The College of Natural Sciences:
The UT Austin College of Natural Sciences has 11 graduate programs and specializations ranked in the top 10 nationally, spanning the physical sciences, life sciences, computer science, and mathematics. Among the college's faculty are 22 members of the National Academies and winners of the Turing Award, Wolf Prize, National Medal of Science, and MacArthur Fellowship.Why Join Texas Development?
The University of Texas at Austin is on the front lines of the future: sparking the imagination, driving discovery, and transforming lives. Together, through one of the largest fundraising efforts in our state's history, we will support our people and lead innovation through world-changing pursuits.Purpose:
To serve as an Associate Director of Development supporting the College of Natural Sciences. Successful candidates will focus on qualifying and cultivating prospects with a capacity of $100,000+ with an emphasis on soliciting gifts of $100,000+.Responsibilities:Maintain an understanding of the University and College of Natural Sciences' priorities, vision, and mission.Build and carry an active portfolio of 75-100 prospective donors.Engage in qualification, strategy, development, relationship building, and closing of major gifts at $100,000+ for the College.Consistently produce $2,500,000+ per year.Participate in goal setting, proposal preparation, strategy development, and stewardship as required for donors in the portfolio.Successfully and consistently deliver funding proposals to prospective and current donors.Effectively work with, communicate with, and collaborate with faculty, academic leaders, and other development staff.Use fundraising database and prospecting tools; maintain appropriate electronic documentation.Write timely reports, letters, proposals, and gift agreements.Work collaboratively and professionally with all Texas Development colleagues.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 2 years' experience in major gifts fundraising or related fields.Demonstrated ability to execute successful full-cycle donor strategy.Demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively, work well under pressure, and manage details of several concurrent projects.Experience using reporting tools and donor management software.Highly effective communication skills (written, verbal, interpersonal).Proven project management skills.Capable of working independently and collaborating among teams.Ability to travel frequently to visit prospects and donors.Ability to use discretion and maintain integrity and professionalism.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with fundraising database and knowledge of prospecting tools.Experience working in a large-scale complex academic research university.Knowledge of UT Austin policies and procedures a plus.Salary Range:
$65,000+ depending on qualifications.Working Conditions:
May work around standard office conditions. Repetitive use of a keyboard. Must be able to travel frequently, overnight and weekends as necessary.Required Materials:Resume/CVLetter of interest3 work references with contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:
You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply.Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:
As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday.Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting.Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin uses E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires.Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).
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