Development Specialist: Engineering Donor & Endowment Ops

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

Tuition assistance

LinkedIn Learning access

PTO & holidays

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Development Specialist for the Cockrell School of Engineering. This role provides administrative and operational support to the development team, oversees endowment and compliance, drafts donor materials, and coordinates donor relations across departments.

Reports to the Chief Development Officer and may supervise the Development Associate. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and at least one year of related experience, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, management or related field.
• One year of experience in specialized development, administration, or related field.
• Experience providing administrative or operational support to a multi-faceted team.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strategic and creative thinking with ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to work effectively in a team or independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support to the Cockrell Development Team, including travel arrangements, reimbursements, and drafting materials.
• Oversee the development associate and supervise project support.
• Coordinate donor visits, materials, and information across departments.
• Assist with endowment processes, donor recognition, and compliance.
• Serve as a member of the Development Team and support other duties as assigned.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Administrative support

Communication

Teamwork

Strategic thinking

Creativity

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/ management or related field

Bachelor's Degree in English/ Journalism/ Communications

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Development Specialist for the Cockrell School of Engineering. This role provides administrative and operational support to the development team, oversees endowment and compliance, drafts donor materials, and coordinates donor relations across departments.

Reports to the Chief Development Officer and may supervise the Development Associate. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and at least one year of related experience, with strong