Senior Director of Development, College of Science

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Senior Director of Development, College of Science

Sr Dir Development Fundraising

Denton, University of North Texas

UNT-Advancement

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.

The Senior Director of Development will work in consultation and in close coordination with the Assistant Vice President and the COS 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. COS currently houses the departments of Biological Sciences, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, and Data Analytics and Statistics.

The Sr. 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 Sr. 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.

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.

• 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, as well as 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 communication 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, problem‑solving, and critical thinking skills.

• Ability to work independently, take initiative, use sound judgment, and make good decisions.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and collaborate with development colleagues, faculty, staff, and volunteers.
• Ability to communicate internally and externally with tact and diplomacy.
• 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.
• Ability to effectively plan and organize meetings and develop presentation materials.
• Experience with Blackbaud Raiser's Edge/NXT or other CRM.

• Communicate with existing donors regularly for continued cultivation and retention.
• Identify and qualify prospects to build and manage a prospect portfolio of a minimum of…