Development Specialist

University of Utah, United States

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Location: Salt Lake City, UTAH
Job Type: FullTime

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Open Date 04/25/2024
Requisition Number PRN38361B
Job Title Development Specialist
Working Title Development Specialist
Job Grade D
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday – Friday; 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 00081 - College of Humanities-Dean
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $45,000 - $55,000
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
The College of Humanities is seeking a Development Specialist to support advancement activities for the College of Humanities, working toward the overall goal to secure funds for the college’s mission to question the world around us to better understand our place within it.
The Development Specialist supports fundraising and alumni relations for the College of Humanities by coordinating many essential functions, including gift stewardship, gift processing, grant management, reporting, record keeping, special events, and other administrative processes that support college development efforts. 
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Director of Development, the Development Specialist is a key member of the College of Humanities Development team. 
The Development Specialist will be responsible for the following activities, coordinating many of the essential processes and functions that drive fundraising and alumni relations for the 7 departments, 7 interdisciplinary programs, and 8 academic centers that make up the College of Humanities. 
  • Assists in organizing and implementing fundraising campaigns and special development projects for the College of Humanities.
  • Plans, develops, and manages specific programs and events centered on development activities and Humanities alumni relations. 
  • Coordinates donor stewardship process, including annual endowment reports, impact reports, acknowledgement letters, and ongoing donor stewardship. 
  • Coordinates grant submission and reporting process, in coordination with college departments, programs and centers, working with designated areas to prepare, submit, and report on College of Humanities private grant portfolio. 
  • Manages and interfaces with multi-faceted data systems, including donor CRM to keep accurate records.
  • Support donor cultivation efforts by researching prospective donors, preparing segmented donor lists, scheduling visits, coordinating mailings, managing special events, and supporting administrative processes for the development team. 
  • Assists with design and implementation of new ideas and programs. Evaluates effectiveness and makes recommendations for change.
  • Identifies and maintains confidential information on alumni, donors, and prospective donors.
  • Works alongside marketing and communications team to develop and distribute materials and literature supporting development activities, campaigns, programs.
  • Works alongside finance team and department leadership to ensure donor funds are accurately reported on and stewarded appropriately. 


This position does not directly supervise others. 
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required. Experience which includes fundraising, grant and publication writing, planning and implementing special events and programs and a successful track record in raising donations is preferred.
Preferences
Preferred Qualifications
  • Ability to work independently, manage and prioritize multiple projects, and to maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage more than one project simultaneously.
  • Strong computer literacy skills required and the ability to learn new software.
  • Excellent writing, design, editorial and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • Knowledge of development operations.


Preferred Skills
  • Exercise independent judgment.
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Prioritize competing projects and deadlines.
  • Anticipate needs; analyze and implement solutions to solve “customer satisfaction” problems.
  • Work in a highly organized fashion, demonstrating attention to details.
  • Demonstrate initiative and a cooperative work ethic within a professional team.
  • Uses a high degree of tact and diplomacy in working with others.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
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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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
    • Yes
    • No
  • * Indicate your level of expertise in organizing and implementing fundraising campaigns and/or specific programs or events centered on public relations and development activities:
    • None
    • Minimal
    • Moderate
    • Extensive

    • Applicant Documents
    Required Documents
  • Resume
    • Optional Documents
  • Cover Letter
  • Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
  • Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169

    • University Human Resource Management
    250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
    Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: [email protected]

     


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