Assistant Director-Development

Job Description - ASSISTANT DIRECTOR-DEVELOPMENT (T232186)

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks an Assistant Director of Development to join UAB’s Collat School of Business. Under the direction of the Senior Director of Development for the Collat School of Business, the Assistant Director is expected to efficiently solicit and close a defined number of mid-level gifts within a specified timeframe in support of the school. This includes intentional meetings with unqualified and/or qualified prospects to build and maintain a portfolio of mid-to-high net worth prospects.

The Assistant Director must meet or exceed established metrics on an annual basis – including dollar, visit, solicitations and proposals presented goals.

This position will report to the Senior Director of Development I for the Collat School of Business and will be an integral member of the University Advancement team. The position is hybrid‑eligible after the probationary period.

• Build and maintain a donor network of mid‑to‑high net worth prospects and establish a portfolio of individuals, corporations and foundations with the capacity to make mid‑level gifts.
• Execute fundraising strategies to raise mid‑level gifts in support of UAB’s Collat School of Business.
• Input all prospect/donor contact information into CRM Advance, create and deliver proposals to prospects and donors, and ensure that all donors receive appropriate acknowledgments and recognition.

Annual Salary Range: $52,555 – $72,000

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of fundraising or equivalent experience.
• Work experience may not substitute for the education requirement.

UAB offers a robust state‑funded pension plan through the Teacher’s Retirement System of Alabama (RSA), a generous up to 5% retirement match in UAB’s voluntary retirement account, and additional RSA benefits. UAB also provides educational assistance for employees and their families, parental leave, and exclusive discounts on tickets for various cultural and entertainment events. Visit UAB’s Benefits webpage at Benefits & Wellbeing for a comprehensive list of eligible Benefits.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator.

The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located /titleix.

University

Professional & Managerial

Office of VP for UAB Advancement

Regular

Shift: Day / 1st Shift

Work Arrangement:
Hybrid Eligible