Senior Director, Development | College of Nursing - University of North Texas System

Fort Worth, TX

About the Job

Title: Senior Director, Development | College of Nursing

Employee Classification: Senior Director Development

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Institutional Advacement

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Institutional Advancement

Department: HSC-Institutional Advancement-383000

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with experience

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

HSC Institutional Advancement seeks to advance HSC’s mission to create solutions for a healthier community. Through fund development, community education and alumni relations, our goal is to build meaningful relationships that expand opportunities for our students, faculty and programs in ways that transform countless lives.

Position Overview

The Senior Director of Development for HSC's new College of Nursing as we begin to build out the organizational structure for Institutional Advancement to support a significant increase in overall fundraising for HSC. This position will oversee all development and alumni engagement activities for some of HSC's highest potential constituencies. The Senior Director of Development will also play an integral role on the Dean's leadership team advocating for external support for the college's priorities.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and seven (7) years related experience; or any equivalent combination of education 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.
Demonstrated experience in managing a portfolio of major gift prospects and closing gifts at $25,000 level or higher.
Ability to plan, organize, develop and execute strategies.
Ability to mentor and coach colleagues or direct reports.
Ability to manage time, personnel, financial, and physical resources effectively.
Exceptional communications skills.
Ability to master University policies and procedures and apply these in specific situations.

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Required License/Registration/Certifications

N/A

Job Duties:

Coordinates and/or manages special alumni/donor activities and events for the College. Serves as the primary liaison between the College and Institutional Advancement.
Prepares written development materials, including case statements, proposals, and fundraising initiative/campaign related materials for assigned college, school, and/or program(s). Manages a pool of major gift donors with a goal of raising at least 1 million per year.
Leads the strategic planning and implementation of a comprehensive development plan for the college, school, or unit. Manages and implements strategies and activities for identifying and qualifying, soliciting, cultivating and stewarding major gift prospects and donors. Translates goals into specific objectives, utilizing the most effective fundraising techniques to achieve each goal (i.e., annual fund, major gifts, etc.).
Maintains timely contact reports, prospect plans, and solicitations within the data tracking system. Works effectively with stakeholders for proposal development by providing leads, research assistance, and proposal writing and submission assistance.

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm

Driving University Vehicle:

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

N/A

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) 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.

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