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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, UNT is one of the nation’s largest public research universities with more than 44,000 students. Ranked a Tier One research university by the Carnegie Classification, UNT is a catalyst for creativity, fueling progress, innovation and entrepreneurship for the North Texas region and the state. The university has earned designation as both a Minority-Serving and Hispanic-Serving Institution. UNT students earned more than 11,000 degrees last year from its 14 colleges and schools and the university offers 112 bachelor’s, 94 master’s and 38 doctoral degree programs, many nationally and internationally recognized. UNT’s world-class faculty are making breakthroughs every day, and its students and alumni are changing the world around them.

We are seeking to hire a Senior Director of Development for the G. Brint Ryan College of Business. This position reports to the Executive Director of Development.

Position Overview

The Senior Director of Development will work in consultation and in close coordination with the Executive Director of Development and the Ryan College of Business 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. The Senior 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 Senior 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 and 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 communications 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 skills, problem solving ability and strong 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.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

None

Job Duties:

• Communicate with existing donors on a regular basis for continued cultivation and retention.
• Identify and qualify prospects with the goal of building and managing a prospect portfolio of a minimum of 50-100 active prospects.
• Solicit and successfully close major gifts.
• Work effectively with the Dean, Chairs, Faculty, Department heads, and Advisory Board’s to develop programs and strategies for specific/specialized funding needs.
• Manages Director of Development in collaboration with the Executive Director of Development.
• Work in coordination with the Executive Director of Development to design, plan, and implement a development program to foster and enhance development opportunities.
• Establish and cultivate cross-campus partnerships to identify, engage, and solicit prospects for multi-disciplinary UNT initiatives.
• 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.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm; 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:

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

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) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination 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.