Senior Director of Development, Leadership and Annual Giving

University of North Texas - Denton; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Director of Development, Leadership and Annual Giving at University of North Texas - Denton leads a multi-channel giving program and guides a team focused on annual and leadership annual giving. The role drives revenue through strategic solicitations and donor engagement across campaigns and stewardship initiatives.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree and significant fundraising experience. The position is based in Denton, TX with full-time, 1.0 FTE duties and ORP retirement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and seven years of professional experience in fundraising, donor relations, public relations, or sales.
• Ability to analyze and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Ability to lead and develop fundraising strategies across multi-channel campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute and manage a comprehensive, multi-channel giving program.
• Lead annual and leadership annual giving officers.
• Launch engagement touchpoints and fundraising solicitations to drive revenue.

Skills

Fundraising leadership

Donor relations

Strategic planning

Team leadership

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Title: Senior Director of Development, Leadership and Annual Giving

Employee Classification: Sr Dir Development Fundraising

Campus: Denton

Division: UNT-Advancement

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Principal Gifts

Department: UNT-Principal Gifts -Gen-170500

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

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.

Position Overview

The Senior Director is responsible for the development, execution and management of a comprehensive, multi-channel giving program as well as leading the fundraising team of annual and leadership annual giving officers. This leader will develop, launch, and manage a high-level strategy to create and execute engagement touchpoints and fundraising solicitations to drive revenue through the Annual Giving and Leadership Annual Giving team.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports, and correspondence.
• Ability to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.
• Ability to work collaboratively and building strategic relations with colleagues, coworkers, constituents, and volunteers.
• Skill in using analytical software tools, data analysis methods, and other computer applications.
• Skill in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information