Director of Development, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Title: Director of Development, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Employee Classification: Director, Development

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Advancement

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Advancement

Department: UNT-Advancement - Gen-170000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $75,000 - $80,000

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.   We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.   Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

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.

Position Overview

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 College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences 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 support of unit priorities.

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

• Knowledge of philanthropy and fundraising principles.
• Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining effective professional relationships with internal and external constituents.
• Ability to develop and execute gift strategies.
• Ability to manage time, financial, and physical resources effectively.
• Exceptional communications skills.
• Ability to understand University policies and procedures and apply these in specific situations.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

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

Required License/Registration/Certifications

None

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