Assistant Director of Gift Compliance

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Closing Date:

02/21/2025

Type of Position:

Project Management

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Fixed Duration of Project/Grant (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

Gift Administration

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

University Advancement advances the mission of the University of Arkansas by raising private gift support from alumni, friends, parents, foundations, corporations, and other institutional supporters. Working in philanthropic partnership with academic leaders and volunteers, Advancement team members are determined to advance the people, work, and impact of the greater whole at the University of Arkansas.
The Advancement team is committed to a donor-centric approach to philanthropy and every team member plays a vital role in providing benefactors with the service and attention that ensures an exceptionally positive and fulfilling philanthropic experience.

The Assistant Director of Gift Compliance serves as a strategic partner and colleague of the Advancement team and supports the growth and development of philanthropy and engagement at the University of Arkansas. The Assistant Director oversees gift compliance for the office of Gift Administration and in accordance with industry standards, manages the comprehensive policies, processes, and daily tasks related to gift acceptance, documentation, reporting, and compliance. This position works to strategically balance donor intent with the mission of the University of Arkansas.
The Assistant Director administers the gift agreement processes, p