Assistant Director

University of Texas at Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

Medical insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Crow Museum of Asian Art of the University of Texas at Dallas is hiring an Assistant Director of Development to work with the Director of Development and museum team. The role oversees membership for both locations as UT Dallas opens a second site in Richardson, Texas next year.

The position drives revenue and engagement through member cultivation and targeted events. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and three+ years related experience; five+ years preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and three plus years relevant professional experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five plus years experience in development or museum fundraising preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Establish and grow campus and community membership programs for revenue and engagement with the museum and university.
• Help develop and evaluate overall strategic fundraising plan with the Development Director.
• Manage membership program budget and growth metrics; cultivate major donors and prospects.
• Create membership materials (print/digital) and oversee communications with members and the public.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Posting Number

Posting Number S05305P

Position Title

Functional Title

Functional Title Assistant Director of Development

Department

Department Crow Museum

Salary Range

Salary Range $65,000, DOQ

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Monthly

Position Status

Position Status Regular full-time

Location

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 11/28/2023

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 12/18/2023

Job Summary

The Crow Museum of Asian Art of the University of Texas at Dallas is currently looking to hire an Assistant Director of Development to work with our Director of Development and Museum team. The Crow Museum of Asian Art will open its second location in Richardson, Texas next year. With the opening of a second location comes increased development activities.
Come join the Crow Museum of Asian Art in this new adventure!
We are seeking candidates who are looking for a challenging yet rewarding career with an organization and leadership team that cares about it’s employees. Successful candidates must meet minimum qualifications of the following position.
The Assistant Director of Development is tasked with the establishment and growth of campus and community membership programs for revenue and engagement with the museum and university. This position will be responsible for overseeing the entire membership program for both locations. Primary responsibilities will include identifying and cultivating new members and major donors in coordination with museum and university development departments, organizing member events and programs, marketing and promoting the museum and university to the student and campus population and external public.
The Assistant Director of Development will direct and oversee the creation of membership materials including print and digital brochures, membership cards, letterhead, and website, as well as oversee all communication initiatives with members including student and campus members, member prospects, and the general public including monthly e-newsletters, social media, and other outlets.

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

Five plus years experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Establishment and growth of campus and community membership programs for revenue and engagement with the museum and university, including materials, brochures, cards, letterhead, digital and website
• In coordination with the Development Director, help to develop and evaluate overall strategic fundraising plan
• Build and maintain membership program and budget in a responsible manner and with appropriate growth metrics
• In coordination with the Development Director, help to manage identification and cultivation of major university prospects
• Create, promote, and execute all member and member recruitment events and programs planning at both locations
• Create and execute all membership marketing and advertisement for promotion of museum and university
• Help training of front of house staff for member issues, database maintenance, onsite data collection, member surveys, and member recruitment
• Plan, track, and execute monthly e-newsletter and other regular communications to members, donors, and general public with assistance from Membership Coordinator

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Working Conditions Other - Standard office setting. Light to medium sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, pushing, and pulling. Individuals must live within the DFW metroplex

Additional Information

About The Crow Museum of Asian Art of the University of Texas at Dallas
The Crow Museum of Asian Art of the University of Texas at Dallas inspires and promotes learning and dialogue about the arts and cultures of Asia through our exhibitions, the research and preservation of our collections, artistic and educational programming, and visitor experience and engagement. We accomplish this in accordance with the highest professional standards, through collaboration with our public and partners in our communities, nationally, and internationally. By cultivating compassion and inclusivity through our work, we build greater awareness and a shared sense of what it means to be human.
In 2019, the Crow family made an unprecedented gift by donating the entire collection to The University of Texas at Dallas in memory of their parents and to ensure that the objects may be continued to be enjoyed and cared for by a new generation. In 2024, UT Dallas will open Phase I of the Edith and Peter O’Donnell Jr. Athenaeum, a multiphase arts and performance complex dedicated to enhancing and enriching the arts on campus and for the North Texas region. The Crow Museum of Asian Art will operate two locations – the original museum in the Dallas Arts District and the new facility within the O’Donnell Athenaeum.
About Us
The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world. UT Dallas is a place where members of the community from all backgrounds are welcomed, treated fairly, and encouraged in their pursuit of excellence.

What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• Internal Training
• Medical insurance – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long and short-term disability
• Retirement Plan Options
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• 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.

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, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE , including disability/veterans. 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 related to nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• What is your proficiency level in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word. How have you used MS Excel to perform your tasks?

  (Open Ended Question)

• Describe your experience working in academic and/or museum settings.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Do you have experience using Blackbaud, Raiser's Edge, and/or RENXT software?

  (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214

Human Resources,
800 West Campbell Road, AD3.418
Richardson,
TX 75080-3021