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 an Executive Director of Development for three colleges: Education, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, and Public Affairs & Health Sciences. This position reports to the Assistant Vice President of College and Unit Development.

Position Overview

We are seeking a fundraising professional with a highly collaborative mentality, strong communication and relationship-building skills, a strategic thinking approach, the ability to relate to multiple constituencies and to represent the University with intentionality, diplomacy, and passion. The successful candidate will be able to convey enthusiasm for the mission and role of the Colleges of Education, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences and Public Affairs & Health Sciences. Upon employment, the Executive Director of Development will work extensively with the deans to be able to strategically align funding priorities surrounding the three college's work in their respective areas.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field and eight years of increasingly responsible leadership and/or management experience or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Understand key global and local issues effecting higher education.
* Strong knowledge of tax law changes.
* Strong marketing, public relations, and fundraising experience with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders and cultures.
* Experience in effectively planning, analyzing, and coordinating activities.
* Ability to work effectively in a team and with many diverse constituencies.
* Experience in developing, implementing and monitoring strategic plans.
* Demonstrated success in executing fundraising activities, identifying prospects, developing strong relationships, cultivating support and stewarding gifts.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality of donor information.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:
* Advanced Degree
* Management experience (3+ years)
* Experience in higher education fundraising preferred.
* Competency in face-to-face solicitations at the principal and major gift level.

Job Duties

• Maintain a high-level major, principal and planned giving portfolio of (90) active prospects. * Raise philanthropic support specific to the colleges through discovery, cultivation, strategic solicitation, and stewardship of a portfolio of prospects and donors with an annual goal of $2MM - $4MM. * Work in consultation and close collaboration with the Deans to develop and implement comprehensive development priorities that strategically align with the colleges and university. * Develop and implement an annual strategic plan including determining fundraising objectives and unit goals. * Plan, design and implement prospect and solicitation strategies in support of college’s priorities. * Develop proposals and serve as lead solicitor for the three college’s major gift solicitations to individuals, corporations, foundations, and organizations. * 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 to include annual giving, corporate and foundation relations and planned giving * Collaborate with UNT’s Advancement services, donor relations and gift administration. 
• Provide leadership and support in managing college-specific development teams. * Supervise development teams within academic units focused on major gift fundraising. Providing strategic direction, oversight, and coaching; strategize portfolio assignments and annual/campaign fundraising goals to maximize philanthropy and connection to the three colleges and UNT. * Collaborate with the University Advancement team members to fulfill donor goals and objectives and to implement appropriate stewardship and recognition. * Lead a team focused on and committed to relationship management both within the University and with constituents outside of the University.
• Other duties as assigned. * Work closely with the Assistant Vice President of College and Unit Development to collaborate on strategic leadership regarding philanthropic development. * Participate in and support special project fundraising for university initiatives as assigned by the Assistant Vice President for College and Unit Development. 

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; 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.