Associate Development Director

University of Utah, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Salt Lake City, UTAH
Job Type: FullTime

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Associate Development Director
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Priority application deadline March 15, 2024.
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Open Date 02/21/2024
Requisition Number PRN37756B
Job Title Associate Development Director
Working Title Associate Development Director
Job Grade F
FLSA Code Management
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 00113 - College of Science-Dean
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $65,000-$80,000
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
The College of Science at the University of Utah seeks a frontline major gift fundraiser with excellent communication and relationship building skills to join an impact driven, collaborative team of fundraising and alumni relations professionals to advance the mission of the College of Science. This team serves the departments of Atmospheric Sciences, Chemistry, Geology & Geophysics, Mathematics, Materials Science & Engineering, Mining Engineering, Physics & Astronomy and the School of Biological Sciences. This position will report to the Director of Development, College of Science.
The Associate Development Director will primarily be responsible for qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major gift prospects capable of making gifts of $25,000 or more. The position will manage a dynamic portfolio of donors, including individuals, foundations, and corporations, to build long-term relationships and connect donor philanthropic interests with priority needs of the College of Science.
This position will actively participate in development activities for the College including, but not limited to prospect research; developing proposals and appeals; cultivating alumni, donors and/or prospective donors; soliciting gifts; ensuring appropriate stewardship and supporting local and regional College/University of Utah events.
Responsibilities
  • Secure financial resources for the College of Science by soliciting major gifts of $25,000+ from alumni and friends of the College.
  • Identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift donors though a mix of email, phone, video and in-person visits.
  • Manage a dynamic portfolio of donors/prospects, prioritizing those who are capable of making 5-7 figure gifts.
  • Conduct local and regional travel as assigned to develop long-term philanthropic relationships with alumni and friends of the College of Science.
  • Develop and maintain a robust understanding of fundraising knowledge in order to assist donors with various gift vehicles, including cash, legacy giving, securities and real property.
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively with College of Science advancement team and colleagues at the University of Utah Office of Advancement.
  • Assist with annual fundraising efforts, donor stewardship, regular College of Science events, endowment reporting, maintaining accurate donor/constituent data, prospect list requests, alumni relations/communications initiatives, and gift processing.
  • Maintain donor confidentiality and comply with University of Utah policies and procedures.
  • File contact reports and fundraising plans in Unite (Salesforce) in an accurate, professional, and timely manner.
  • When appropriate, facilitate meetings for donors with department and College leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience (One year of education is equivalent to two years of experience).
  • Four years of related experience.
Preferences
  • Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, coupled with a professional demeanor.
  • 3-5 years of demonstrated successful fundraising experience, ideally working for an institution of higher education or experience in alumni relations and/or donor communications.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently, while actively engaging and collaborating with others.
  • High standard of ethics and commitment to working confidentially with sensitive donor information and records.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, showcasing advanced skills in planning, prioritizing, multitasking, and adapting to changing circumstances.
  • Experience working with Salesforce or other CRM databases.
  • Ability and willingness to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Priority application deadline March 15, 2024.
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly 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. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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