Senior Director of Development, College of Science

Title: Senior Director of Development, College of Science

Employee Classification: Sr Dir Development Fundraising

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Advancement

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Major Gifts

Department: UNT-Major Gifts-Gen-170520

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: ORP 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.

Established in 1890, the University of North Texas is a place where students transform their lives through education and opportunity. With more than 46,000 students from across the state, nation, and world, UNT offers 240 academic programs — many nationally and internationally recognized. A Tier One research university and designated a Hispanic- and Minority-Serving Institution, UNT has a legacy of excellence in education, music, the arts, business and social sciences, with growing strengths in science and engineering. Last year, students earned nearly 13,000 degrees and joined UNT's network of 480,000 alumni, fueling progress and innovation.

We are seeking to hire a Senior Director of Development for the College of Science (COS). This position reports to the Assistant Vice President for Development.

Position Overview

The Senior Director of Development will work in consultation and in close coordination with the Assistant Vice President and the COS Dean 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. COS currently houses the departments of Biological Sciences, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, and Data Analytics and Statistics. The Sr. 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 Sr. Director collaborates with UNT’s advancement services, donor relations, and communications teams to implement effective recognition and messaging. The Sr. Director proactively supports the mission of the Division of University Advancement and is perceived to be an ambassador for the Division of University Advancement and the University as a whole.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and seven 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 attend numerous off-site events and meetings, as well as travel and work evenings and weekends as necessary.
* Ability to establish and maintain cordial, productive, and professional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Exceptional communication skills.
* Ability to master University policies and procedures and apply these in specific situations. - Ability to exercise resourcefulness and good judgment.
* Ability to manage multiple streams of work.
* Demonstrated excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

Preferred Qualifications

The University of North Texas seeks a Senior Director of Development Fundraising with:
* An ability to work independently, take initiative, use sound judgment, and make good decisions.
* An ability to plan, coordinate, and collaborate with development colleagues, faculty, staff, and volunteers.
* An ability to communicate internally and externally with tact and diplomacy.
* An ability to relate fundraising programs to university goals and objectives.
* Supervisory experience that includes hiring, managing, training, and mentoring development directors and administrative staff.
* Superior verbal and written communication skills.
* Excellent organizational skills and an ability to set priorities, organize workload, handle multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
* An ability to effectively plan and organize meetings and develop presentation materials.
* Experience with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge/NXT or other CRM

Job Duties

• Communicate with existing donors regularly for continued cultivation and retention. 
• Identify and qualify prospects to build and manage a prospect portfolio of a minimum of 50-100 active prospects. 
• Solicit and successfully close major gifts. 
• Works effectively with the Dean, Chairs, Faculty, Department heads, and Advisory Board’s to develop programs and strategies for specific/specialized funding needs. 
• Establish and cultivate cross-campus partnerships to identify, engage, and solicit prospects for multi-disciplinary UNT initiatives. 
• Coordination with the Assistant Vice President for Development to design, plan, and implement a development program to foster and enhance development opportunities. 
• 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 and participate in any special project fundraising for university priorities as assigned by executive leadership.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm; Typical 40-hour work week with possible flex-time schedule and hybrid work opportunities.

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, 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. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration 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 a related investigation or proceeding.