University of Utah
Sr. Development Director
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Working Title:
Sr. Director - Corporate & Foundation Relations and Government Grants (Utah and Intermountain West States)Job Grade:
HFLSA Code:
ManagementPatient Sensitive Job Code?
NoStandard Hours per Week:
40Full Time or Part Time?
Full TimeShift:
DayWork Schedule Summary:
M-F, 9-5VP Area:
PresidentDepartment:
02254 - Huntsman Mental Health FoundationLocation:
CampusCity:
Salt Lake City, UTType of Recruitment:
External PostingPay Rate Range:
$75,900 to $150,000Close Date:
Open Until FilledJob Summary:
The Huntsman Mental Health Foundation (HMHF) seeks a qualified candidate to be the Senior Director for Corporate & Foundation Relations and Government Grants (Utah and Intermountain West States).The Senior Director will partner with the AVP on collaborating with the Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI) and the University of Utah’s Advancement Team, working positively and collegially with staff, board members, volunteers, donors, and the community.Incumbents in this position may be required to represent the AVP at meetings and interact with individuals at the highest levels in public and private organizations on a local and regional basis.About the Role:
Reporting directly to the AVP, the Senior Director will initiate, foster, and manage Utah-specific and Intermountain West philanthropic efforts with corporate and foundation donors having multiple giving/partnership interests or requiring strategic, high-level coordination with HMHI while seeking public entities’ support.The Senior Director is responsible for supporting the AVP’s efforts in planning and leading the grants team and program toward strengthening existing relationships and establishing long-term partnerships with corporations, foundations, and public entities on a Utah-specific and regional basis to fund the immediate and long-term goals and priorities of HMHI and our partner organizations.Responsibilities:Provides the expertise to HMHF and HMHI leadership to advance the Institute’s priorities by identifying sources of support, proactively seeking opportunities to generate new proposals based on corporate and foundation guidelines and interests, and maintaining persuasive communication ties with corporate and foundation donors and prospects.Generates public sector grants and revenue from Utah and Intermountain West states.Creates and executes annual and long-term fundraising plans and directs/assists CFR staff in accomplishing assigned goals.Serves HMHF leadership, board members, and HMHI units with their fundraising planning and priorities.Partners regularly with the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs and other University offices that play critical roles in grants accounting.Directs and leads team; recruits and develops staff; oversees performance reviews for staff annually.Works proactively with faculty & staff and, when appropriate, the corresponding development officer to identify new proposal opportunities and RFPs; assists faculty with proposal research, writing, and submissions as needed.Minimum Qualifications:Master’s Degree or equivalent experience (One year of education is equivalent to two years of experience).Four years of related experience.Preferences:Demonstrated knowledge of methods and best practices related to successful grant fundraising.Demonstrated experience with government grants at all levels.Experience building strong relationships with c-suite leaders and executives in corporations and foundations.Demonstrated ability to manage complex environments, people, and situations effectively.Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a donor/prospect portfolio with multiple interests requiring advanced collaboration with campus and national partners.Demonstrated proficiency in developing and executing complex funding strategies that are CFR-centric and lead to major philanthropic support.Must demonstrate the ability to communicate various highly technical, research-intensive topics effectively.Strong writing skills with evidence of past successes applying for funding.Prospecting experience, including familiarity with the use of iwave and LexisNexis.Familiarity with funding and philanthropic sources in Utah and Intermountain West.Experience developing annual or long-term strategic initiatives to advance CFR efforts and align with national best practices.Demonstrated ability to lead the creation of fundraising strategies for unit priorities and collaborate with development officers and faculty on proposals.Knowledge of MS Suite, Foundation Directory Online, and donor/prospect management databases (CRM).Experience effectively managing/coaching individual staff or teams preferred.Experience with Mental Health fundraising/advocacy is preferred.Knowledge of university operations and principles of nonprofit management.Additional Information:The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106.
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Sr. Director - Corporate & Foundation Relations and Government Grants (Utah and Intermountain West States)Job Grade:
HFLSA Code:
ManagementPatient Sensitive Job Code?
NoStandard Hours per Week:
40Full Time or Part Time?
Full TimeShift:
DayWork Schedule Summary:
M-F, 9-5VP Area:
PresidentDepartment:
02254 - Huntsman Mental Health FoundationLocation:
CampusCity:
Salt Lake City, UTType of Recruitment:
External PostingPay Rate Range:
$75,900 to $150,000Close Date:
Open Until FilledJob Summary:
The Huntsman Mental Health Foundation (HMHF) seeks a qualified candidate to be the Senior Director for Corporate & Foundation Relations and Government Grants (Utah and Intermountain West States).The Senior Director will partner with the AVP on collaborating with the Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI) and the University of Utah’s Advancement Team, working positively and collegially with staff, board members, volunteers, donors, and the community.Incumbents in this position may be required to represent the AVP at meetings and interact with individuals at the highest levels in public and private organizations on a local and regional basis.About the Role:
Reporting directly to the AVP, the Senior Director will initiate, foster, and manage Utah-specific and Intermountain West philanthropic efforts with corporate and foundation donors having multiple giving/partnership interests or requiring strategic, high-level coordination with HMHI while seeking public entities’ support.The Senior Director is responsible for supporting the AVP’s efforts in planning and leading the grants team and program toward strengthening existing relationships and establishing long-term partnerships with corporations, foundations, and public entities on a Utah-specific and regional basis to fund the immediate and long-term goals and priorities of HMHI and our partner organizations.Responsibilities:Provides the expertise to HMHF and HMHI leadership to advance the Institute’s priorities by identifying sources of support, proactively seeking opportunities to generate new proposals based on corporate and foundation guidelines and interests, and maintaining persuasive communication ties with corporate and foundation donors and prospects.Generates public sector grants and revenue from Utah and Intermountain West states.Creates and executes annual and long-term fundraising plans and directs/assists CFR staff in accomplishing assigned goals.Serves HMHF leadership, board members, and HMHI units with their fundraising planning and priorities.Partners regularly with the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs and other University offices that play critical roles in grants accounting.Directs and leads team; recruits and develops staff; oversees performance reviews for staff annually.Works proactively with faculty & staff and, when appropriate, the corresponding development officer to identify new proposal opportunities and RFPs; assists faculty with proposal research, writing, and submissions as needed.Minimum Qualifications:Master’s Degree or equivalent experience (One year of education is equivalent to two years of experience).Four years of related experience.Preferences:Demonstrated knowledge of methods and best practices related to successful grant fundraising.Demonstrated experience with government grants at all levels.Experience building strong relationships with c-suite leaders and executives in corporations and foundations.Demonstrated ability to manage complex environments, people, and situations effectively.Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a donor/prospect portfolio with multiple interests requiring advanced collaboration with campus and national partners.Demonstrated proficiency in developing and executing complex funding strategies that are CFR-centric and lead to major philanthropic support.Must demonstrate the ability to communicate various highly technical, research-intensive topics effectively.Strong writing skills with evidence of past successes applying for funding.Prospecting experience, including familiarity with the use of iwave and LexisNexis.Familiarity with funding and philanthropic sources in Utah and Intermountain West.Experience developing annual or long-term strategic initiatives to advance CFR efforts and align with national best practices.Demonstrated ability to lead the creation of fundraising strategies for unit priorities and collaborate with development officers and faculty on proposals.Knowledge of MS Suite, Foundation Directory Online, and donor/prospect management databases (CRM).Experience effectively managing/coaching individual staff or teams preferred.Experience with Mental Health fundraising/advocacy is preferred.Knowledge of university operations and principles of nonprofit management.Additional Information:The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106.
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