The University of Texas at Austin
Director of Development, Major Gifts, College of Liberal Arts
The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Job Posting Title:
Director of Development, Major Gifts, College of Liberal ArtsHiring Department:
University Development OfficePosition Open To:
All ApplicantsWeekly Scheduled Hours:
40FLSA Status:
ExemptEarliest Start Date:
Oct 07, 2024Position Duration:
Expected to ContinueLocation:
AUSTIN, TXAbout The University of Texas at Austin: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.Purpose:To serve as the Director of Development, Major Gifts on Texas Development's Individual Philanthropy team. Successful candidates will work with the College of Liberal Arts and 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 College of Liberal Arts' 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 the College of Liberal Arts.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.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.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 supervisorLetter of interestEmployment 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.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.
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Director of Development, Major Gifts, College of Liberal ArtsHiring Department:
University Development OfficePosition Open To:
All ApplicantsWeekly Scheduled Hours:
40FLSA Status:
ExemptEarliest Start Date:
Oct 07, 2024Position Duration:
Expected to ContinueLocation:
AUSTIN, TXAbout The University of Texas at Austin: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.Purpose:To serve as the Director of Development, Major Gifts on Texas Development's Individual Philanthropy team. Successful candidates will work with the College of Liberal Arts and 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 College of Liberal Arts' 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 the College of Liberal Arts.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.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.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 supervisorLetter of interestEmployment 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.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.
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