University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc.
Senior Director of Development, College of Arts and Sciences
University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc., Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37955
Senior Director of Development, College of Arts and Sciences
Senior Director of Development, College of Arts and Sciences
role at
University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc.
The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc (UTFI) seeks a Senior Director of Development for the College of Arts & Sciences on the University of Tennessee, Knoxville campus. Reporting to the Executive Director of Development, the Senior Director of Development is responsible for providing strategic leadership towards the development efforts within the College of Arts and Sciences.
Responsibilities
Fundraising:
Identify, solicit and steward alumni and friends to secure substantial philanthropic resources that will benefit the College of Arts and Sciences students and faculty, enabling the unit to reach its full potential. Annual goals are set with the Executive Director each year (e.g., 100 meaningful meetings, $3 million in dollars raised, and 17 proposals delivered).
Stewardship and Administration:
Manage an assigned donor portfolio of up to 90 constituents, including alumnae, parents, and friends. Partner with the Executive Director, Advancement and CAS leadership in campaign planning and execution of It Takes a Volunteer campaign. Collaborate with academic leadership (1 Executive Dean, 3 Divisional Deans, and 21 Heads) to cultivate and close meaningful philanthropic investments in support of campaign priorities. Travel as needed. Manage, coach, and lead three direct reports by analyzing progress toward goals, prioritizing prospects and projects; approving personnel requests; managing budgets and travel plans; and additional supervision duties.
Qualifications Required Education and Experience The candidate who fills the Senior Director of Development position is required to have:
Bachelor’s degree
7+ years of successful experience in major gift fundraising or a combination of major gift fundraising and annual giving, planned giving, volunteer management, stewardship, communications, or other advancement related areas
2+ years of experience in a direct supervision role
Collaborative and motivated sales mentality with the ability to provide strategic leadership; strong customer service orientation; strong oral and written communications skills; customer-centered thinking
Leadership, collaboration, organization, and strategic thinking
Ability and willingness to travel extensively
A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required due to travel responsibilities. UTFI reserves the right to consider all appropriate circumstances. In general, any significant driving offense less than 12 months old will eliminate the application from consideration.
Note: Candidates holding a graduate degree must have at least 5 years of experience.
Preferred Education And Experience
Master’s degree
Experience in and/or direct familiarity with capital campaigns, annual giving, and planned giving
Knowledge of fundraising databases
Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and related software
Ability to serve a diverse constituency
Application Process Applications must include a completed candidate profile, cover letter, and resume. Candidates selected to move forward in the evaluation process will be asked to provide contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without explicit permission of the candidate. When determining minimum qualifications, only information entered into the candidate profile can be considered. Please ensure your candidate profile is completed in its entirety as it relates to qualifying education/work experience. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment visa status. Questions about the search may be directed to hr@utfi.org.
Target Start Date January 2025
Benefits
Generous paid leave, accruing up to 24 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave annually, plus 14 paid holidays and administrative closing days
Flexible work arrangements, offering a hybrid schedule to most team members
Education benefits for employees and their dependents at UT System campuses
Retirement and deferred compensation plans, including 401(k), 403(b), etc.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Employee discounts to attractions, services, and goods
The Foundation The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that serves as the preferred channel for private contributions benefiting students and faculty within the UT System. UTFI is committed to advancing education across UT System campuses.
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is a flagship public research university with a diverse community. UT Knoxville hosts more than 36,000 students and 9,000 faculty and staff and is located in Knoxville, Tennessee, near the Great Smoky Mountains.
The UT System The University of Tennessee System includes campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Martin, and the Health Science Center at Memphis; the Institute of Agriculture; and the Institute for Public Service.
The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc.
The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc (UTFI) seeks a Senior Director of Development for the College of Arts & Sciences on the University of Tennessee, Knoxville campus. Reporting to the Executive Director of Development, the Senior Director of Development is responsible for providing strategic leadership towards the development efforts within the College of Arts and Sciences.
Responsibilities
Fundraising:
Identify, solicit and steward alumni and friends to secure substantial philanthropic resources that will benefit the College of Arts and Sciences students and faculty, enabling the unit to reach its full potential. Annual goals are set with the Executive Director each year (e.g., 100 meaningful meetings, $3 million in dollars raised, and 17 proposals delivered).
Stewardship and Administration:
Manage an assigned donor portfolio of up to 90 constituents, including alumnae, parents, and friends. Partner with the Executive Director, Advancement and CAS leadership in campaign planning and execution of It Takes a Volunteer campaign. Collaborate with academic leadership (1 Executive Dean, 3 Divisional Deans, and 21 Heads) to cultivate and close meaningful philanthropic investments in support of campaign priorities. Travel as needed. Manage, coach, and lead three direct reports by analyzing progress toward goals, prioritizing prospects and projects; approving personnel requests; managing budgets and travel plans; and additional supervision duties.
Qualifications Required Education and Experience The candidate who fills the Senior Director of Development position is required to have:
Bachelor’s degree
7+ years of successful experience in major gift fundraising or a combination of major gift fundraising and annual giving, planned giving, volunteer management, stewardship, communications, or other advancement related areas
2+ years of experience in a direct supervision role
Collaborative and motivated sales mentality with the ability to provide strategic leadership; strong customer service orientation; strong oral and written communications skills; customer-centered thinking
Leadership, collaboration, organization, and strategic thinking
Ability and willingness to travel extensively
A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required due to travel responsibilities. UTFI reserves the right to consider all appropriate circumstances. In general, any significant driving offense less than 12 months old will eliminate the application from consideration.
Note: Candidates holding a graduate degree must have at least 5 years of experience.
Preferred Education And Experience
Master’s degree
Experience in and/or direct familiarity with capital campaigns, annual giving, and planned giving
Knowledge of fundraising databases
Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and related software
Ability to serve a diverse constituency
Application Process Applications must include a completed candidate profile, cover letter, and resume. Candidates selected to move forward in the evaluation process will be asked to provide contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without explicit permission of the candidate. When determining minimum qualifications, only information entered into the candidate profile can be considered. Please ensure your candidate profile is completed in its entirety as it relates to qualifying education/work experience. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment visa status. Questions about the search may be directed to hr@utfi.org.
Target Start Date January 2025
Benefits
Generous paid leave, accruing up to 24 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave annually, plus 14 paid holidays and administrative closing days
Flexible work arrangements, offering a hybrid schedule to most team members
Education benefits for employees and their dependents at UT System campuses
Retirement and deferred compensation plans, including 401(k), 403(b), etc.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Employee discounts to attractions, services, and goods
The Foundation The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that serves as the preferred channel for private contributions benefiting students and faculty within the UT System. UTFI is committed to advancing education across UT System campuses.
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is a flagship public research university with a diverse community. UT Knoxville hosts more than 36,000 students and 9,000 faculty and staff and is located in Knoxville, Tennessee, near the Great Smoky Mountains.
The UT System The University of Tennessee System includes campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Martin, and the Health Science Center at Memphis; the Institute of Agriculture; and the Institute for Public Service.
The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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