The University of Texas at Austin
Director of Development, Major Gifts, University Priorities
The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Job Posting Title:
Director of Development, Major Gifts, University PrioritiesHiring Department:
University Development OfficePosition Open To:
All ApplicantsWeekly Scheduled Hours:
40FLSA Status:
ExemptEarliest Start Date:
Oct 02, 2024Position Duration:
Expected to ContinueLocation:
AUSTIN, TXJob Details:Purpose:
To serve as the Director of Development, Major Gifts on Texas Development's University Priorities team. Successful candidates will collaborate with colleagues across campus and will have an emphasis on fundraising for student success & the Texas Challenge Scholarship Initiative. The Director of Development will focus on identifying and cultivating prospects with a capacity of $100,000+ with an emphasis on soliciting gifts of $100,000 and above.Responsibilities:Maintain an understanding of University and Texas Development's priorities, vision, and mission.Build and carry an active portfolio of 40-80 prospective donors.Engage in qualification, strategy, development, relationship building, and closing of major gifts at $100,000+ for University Priorities.Consistently produce $3,000,000-$5,000,000+ 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 to develop campus-wide funding opportunities to reach campaign goals.Utilize a fundraising database and prospecting tools. Maintain appropriate electronic documentation on a timely basis, including engagement activities, proposal tracking, contact reports, donor strategies and forecasting.Record timely reports, letters, proposals, or gift agreements following a donor contact.Work collaboratively, proactively, and in a professional, service-oriented manner with all University development officers to further the development goals of the University.Additional duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree.Demonstrated ability to execute successful full-cycle donor strategy.A minimum of three years' experience in major gifts fundraising or related fields.High degree of emotional intelligence.Demonstrated ability to show tenacity and be nimble.Ability to drive results.Highly effective communication skills (written, verbal, interpersonal).Ability to think strategically and creatively and work well under pressure.Project management skills.Capable of working independently, while also engaging in collaboration between teams.Experience working with VIP, Raiser's Edge or other similar CRM.Ability to travel frequently to visit prospects and donors.Ability to use discretion and maintain integrity and professionalism.Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.Preferred Qualifications:More than the required years of fundraising and/or planned giving experience.Graduate degree and/or CFRE certification.Experience working in a large-scale complex academic research university.Knowledge of UT Austin policies and procedures.Salary Range:
$90,000+ depending on qualificationsWorking Conditions:Typical office environment.Must be able to travel frequently, overnight and weekends as necessary.Required Materials:Resume/CV3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.Letter of interest.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, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.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, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.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, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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Director of Development, Major Gifts, University PrioritiesHiring Department:
University Development OfficePosition Open To:
All ApplicantsWeekly Scheduled Hours:
40FLSA Status:
ExemptEarliest Start Date:
Oct 02, 2024Position Duration:
Expected to ContinueLocation:
AUSTIN, TXJob Details:Purpose:
To serve as the Director of Development, Major Gifts on Texas Development's University Priorities team. Successful candidates will collaborate with colleagues across campus and will have an emphasis on fundraising for student success & the Texas Challenge Scholarship Initiative. The Director of Development will focus on identifying and cultivating prospects with a capacity of $100,000+ with an emphasis on soliciting gifts of $100,000 and above.Responsibilities:Maintain an understanding of University and Texas Development's priorities, vision, and mission.Build and carry an active portfolio of 40-80 prospective donors.Engage in qualification, strategy, development, relationship building, and closing of major gifts at $100,000+ for University Priorities.Consistently produce $3,000,000-$5,000,000+ 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 to develop campus-wide funding opportunities to reach campaign goals.Utilize a fundraising database and prospecting tools. Maintain appropriate electronic documentation on a timely basis, including engagement activities, proposal tracking, contact reports, donor strategies and forecasting.Record timely reports, letters, proposals, or gift agreements following a donor contact.Work collaboratively, proactively, and in a professional, service-oriented manner with all University development officers to further the development goals of the University.Additional duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree.Demonstrated ability to execute successful full-cycle donor strategy.A minimum of three years' experience in major gifts fundraising or related fields.High degree of emotional intelligence.Demonstrated ability to show tenacity and be nimble.Ability to drive results.Highly effective communication skills (written, verbal, interpersonal).Ability to think strategically and creatively and work well under pressure.Project management skills.Capable of working independently, while also engaging in collaboration between teams.Experience working with VIP, Raiser's Edge or other similar CRM.Ability to travel frequently to visit prospects and donors.Ability to use discretion and maintain integrity and professionalism.Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.Preferred Qualifications:More than the required years of fundraising and/or planned giving experience.Graduate degree and/or CFRE certification.Experience working in a large-scale complex academic research university.Knowledge of UT Austin policies and procedures.Salary Range:
$90,000+ depending on qualificationsWorking Conditions:Typical office environment.Must be able to travel frequently, overnight and weekends as necessary.Required Materials:Resume/CV3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.Letter of interest.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, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.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, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.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, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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