Title: Director of Development, G. Brint Ryan College of Business

Employee Classification: Director, Development

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Advancement

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Major Gifts

Department: UNT-Major Gifts-Gen-170520

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $68,000 - $75,000

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The Division of University Advancement strives to transform lives and unlock potential through the power of philanthropy and engagement by awakening and stewarding pride and loyalty for the University of North Texas.

The University of North Texas seeks an experienced, highly motivated, goal-oriented and energetic fundraiser with a proven track record of closing annual and major gifts and exceeding measurable performance goals. The Director of Development will join a division with dynamic and visionary leadership focused on advancing a donor-centric mission and building a vibrant team who will enthusiastically and strategically increase philanthropy and accelerate current momentum to propel the university's tremendous potential to new heights.

We are seeking a professional with a highly cooperative spirit, strong communication and relationship-building skills, a forward-thinking approach, the ability to relate to multiple constituencies and to represent the University with tact, diplomacy and passion. The successful candidate will be able to convey enthusiasm for the mission and role of the Ryan College of Business and will, upon employment, work with the Executive Director and Sr. Director of Development to be able to convey detailed knowledge and passion about the college's work in accounting, logistics, finance, entrepreneurship, marketing, real estate, business integrated studies, and other areas.

Position Overview

The Director of Development works in consultation and in close coordination with Sr. Director of Development to design and implement a comprehensive development program to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward prospects and donors for major gifts in support of college priorities. The Director works in a collegial and supportive manner with colleagues and donors to maximize giving to the university and coordinates with UNT's annual giving, corporate and foundation relations and planned giving units. The Director collaborates with UNT's advancement services, donor relations and communications teams to implement effective recognition and messaging.

The position reports to the Sr. Director of Development and works collaboratively with the Executive Director of Development, Dean, Faculty and University volunteers.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and four years' of professional experience in fundraising, donor relations, public relations, or sales: or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of philanthropy and fundraising principles.
• Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining effective professional relationships with internal and external constituents.
• Ability to plan, organize, develop and execute strategies.
• Ability to mentor and coach colleagues or direct reports.
• Ability to manage time, personnel, financial, and physical resources effectively.
• Exceptional communications skills.
• Ability to master University policies and procedures and apply these in specific situations.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

• Fundraising experience for business related initiatives a plus.
• Knowledge of prospect portfolio management.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Job Duties:

• Identify and qualify prospects with the goal of building and managing a prospect portfolio of a minimum of 100 active prospects.
• Communicate with existing donors on a regular basis for continued cultivation and retention.
• Solicit and successfully close major gifts.
•  Establish and cultivate cross-campus partnerships to identify, engage and solicit prospects for multi-disciplinary UNT initiatives.
• Coordination with their supervisor to support a development program to foster and enhance the college’s development opportunities.
• Works effectively with the Dean, Chairs, Faculty, Department heads and Advisory Board's to support programs and strategies for specific/specialized funding needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the university to fulfill donor goals and objectives and to implement appropriate stewardship and recognition.
• Actively participate in College and University events.
• Participate in and support any special project fundraising for university priorities as assigned by executive leadership.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm; some evenings and weekends required; hybrid remote opportunity available.

Driving University Vehicle:

Yes

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.