Senior Director of Development for the School of Health and Human Sciences

University of North Carolina at Greensboro, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Greensboro, INDIANA
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Position Information


Position Number 013108
Functional Title Senior Director of Development for the School of Health and Human Sciences
Position Type Staff
Position Eclass E2 - SAAO II 12 Month Leave Earning
University Information
UNC Greensboro , located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher research activity and community engagement . Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the state with 20,000+ students , and 3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams , 85 undergraduate degrees in over 125 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs , UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value , with noted strengths in health and wellness , visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram .
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
University Advancement staff members are dedicated to developing and maintaining strong and lasting connections to the University. How one perceives, interacts with, and supports UNC Greensboro forms the basis of all that we do. Whether we’re engaging alumni, friends, community members, or corporate partners (and in many cases, even current students), we share a collective responsibility and passion for cultivating a wide variety of partnerships and experiences across the University, our community, and beyond.
A number of professionally diverse units with specific charges come together to comprise University Advancement and support our shared mission.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to inspire connections, investments, and engagements that drive excellence and opportunity. Our vision is of a University that illuminates potential, eliminates barriers, and ignites achievement.
University Advancement Includes: Development, Alumni Engagement, University Special Events, Advancement Operations, Donor and Board Engagement, Planned Giving, and Advancement Communications.
Position Summary
The Senior Director of Development for the School of Health and Human Sciences at UNC Greensboro oversees and manages all aspects of the School’s development program. The candidate must be able to think strategically and practically to implement a comprehensive and results-oriented development plan that includes goals and strategies for major, planned, and annual gifts. This position will also build and foster key relationships for the School of Health and Human Sciences and the University with alumni, friends, community and business leaders, and faculty.
This position has a dual reporting role to the Dean of the School of Health and Human Sciences and the Executive Director of University Advancement.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in fundraising, sales, or equivalent experience
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to relate to diverse constituencies including identifying, recruiting, training and recognizing volunteers
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
  • Willingness and ability to travel
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to utilize technological resources available to the development staff
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree preferred
  • Five to ten years of experience in fundraising
  • The department prefers experience in a public higher education setting
  • Experience in supervision of others
Special Instructions to Applicants
Recruitment Range Commensurate with experience
Org #-Department Development - 33801
Job Open Date 08/30/2023
For Best Consideration Date
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
FTE 1.000
Type of Appointment Permanent
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.
Number of Months per Year 12
FLSA Exempt

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