Assistant Director of Development Job Listing at UT Dallas in Richardson, TX (Job ID 29656)

Description

The University of Texas at Dallas, a member of the UT System, announces the availability of a development position with the Office of Development and Alumni Relations.

Reporting to the Director of Development and Alumni Relations for the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences (BBS), this position plays a key role in the School's fundraising and alumni engagement efforts, helping to build and execute a robust alumni relations program; assist in the qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of annual and major donors; and is the primary point of contact on all BBS development-related activities associated with alumni events.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Director of Development and Alumni Relations, Dean, Associate Deans, faculty and staff, Advisory Councils, and other development and alumni relations staff.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in related field and three plus years relevant professional experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

• The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and three or more years of progressively responsible development experience or similar work related experience; expertise in forging strong relations with external constituents as well as with internal constituents (faculty and staff); fundraising experience, particularly in securing gifts and/or working with high net worth individuals; proven ability to plan and implement programs in support of fundraising efforts. Candidates must also possess outstanding speaking, writing, time management skills and incredible attention to detail. The position requires some evening/weekend hours and may require some travel.
• A successful candidate will show an interest in creating a collaborative, open-minded and trust filled environment that supports the school's efforts across the UT Dallas campus, North Texas region, nationally and internationally.
• The successful candidate should possess a passion for public education and scientific research.
• In addition, they should possess a high level of respect for all people and a customer service mentality that emphasizes the importance of relationships.
• The Assistant Director of Development and Alumni Relations will have a commitment to self-improvement, continuously improve their leadership skills and knowledge through a growth mindset.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Working closely with the Director of Development and Alumni Relations to develop and execute short-term and long-term strategies to engage and cultivate alumni and other individuals as donors while implementing new initiatives to engage students and alumni.
• Create and execute fundraising and alumni relations plans to accomplish goals with financial discipline and sustainability.
• Plan, implement, and track the effectiveness of an alumni engagement program.
• Recruit and coordinate volunteers.
• Manage the process for communication and marketing pieces, such as gift proposals, stewardship reports and timely donor and/or alumni stories for publication.
• Assist in establishing meetings with individuals, foundations and corporations with the capacity and interest to make a philanthropic commitment in support of BBS.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward a pool of individual prospects and document all prospect activity in the University's alumni and donor management database.
• Lead and coordinate the efforts of BBS for the annual Comets Giving Days fundraising.
• Travel as needed throughout North Texas and other regions where large concentrations of alumni are located.
• Represent the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences and UT Dallas in the North Texas community with partner organizations.
• A successful candidate will be results driven and closely track progress through an established set of metrics in alignment with best practices.
• Collaborate with other staff in the Office of Development and Alumni Relations as well as the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences, including communications, alumni relations, and corporate and foundation relations, to develop effective approaches to cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.

Additional Information

Remote Work Notice: Hybrid remote work environment available and a UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement is required upon employment. Use of personal computer and other standard office equipment may be required. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice.

What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:  

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• Internal Training
• BCBS PPO Medical insurance – 100% paid for full-time employees
• PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan – PPO plans include ortho benefits
• Vision Insurance
• Long and short-term disability
• TRS Retirement Plan – defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement
• Voluntary Retirement Plan Options – additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans
• Dental/Vision/AD&D 
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays 
• Paid Winter Break
• Fertility Benefits
• Remote Work Options – approved by department

  All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.   Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.  
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Important Message

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

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