Directors of Development, University Advancement at University of Nevada, Reno in Reno, NV

Job description

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or jobs@unr.edu . Job Description The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for three Directors of Development for University Advancement, supporting the College of Science, the College of Business and one supporting the College of Education. The Director of Development (DOD) is a high-level development professional with knowledge of all aspects of fundraising and substantial fundraising experience. The DOD reports to the Executive Director of Development. These positions will support central development projects as well as development needs for College of Science, College of Business and College of Education. The position will actively manage a defined portfolio of major gift prospects and donors by guiding their cultivation, solicitation and stewardship while also growing the base of major gift support through establishment of new relationships. The Directors will build strong and mutually beneficial relationships between donors, friends, alumni, businesses and the community with academic leadership, faculty, and staff. The director is responsible for developing a comprehensive fundraising plan to support the college/school/area funding priorities with a primary focus on gift solicitation at the major gift level of $10,000 and above. Director of Development - C Level Reporting to the Executive Director of Development, the Director of Development secures private philanthropic support for the strategic priorities of the college in collaboration with academic leadership and University Advancement. The Director manages a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, leading the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship process while expanding the pipeline of prospective donors through the development of new relationships. The Director builds strong, collaborative relationships among donors, alumni, friends, businesses, community partners, academic leadership, faculty, and staff. The position is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising plan that advances the college's priorities, with a primary emphasis on securing major gifts of $25,000 and above. Director of Development - D Level Reporting to the Executive Director of Development, the Director of Development is responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive fundraising program for an assigned college or school to achieve annual fundraising goals. The Director identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards high-net-worth prospects and donors while maintaining and growing a strategic portfolio of major gift donors. The Director develops and implements multi-disciplinary fundraising strategies in partnership with academic leadership and University Advancement to increase philanthropic support for the University. In addition to meeting annual fundraising objectives, the Director serves as a mentor and resource to other Directors of Development and Associate Directors of Development, sharing best practices and contributing to the continued growth and success of the University's development program. Required Qualifications Compensation Grade C Level Bachelor’s Degree and four (4) years of related professional work experience OR Master’s Degree and two (2) years of related professional work experience. Related Experience: Successful professional experience is required, preferably in higher education fundraising, non-profit or in a related field which requires strong relationship-building and outcome driven components or related experience. Compensation Grade D level Bachelor’s Degree and six (6) years of related professional work experience OR Master’s Degree and four (4) yea