Job Overview

000684

senior director of development for the college of arts and sciences

staff

e2 - saao ii 12 month leave earning

located in north carolina's third largest city, unc greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. uncg continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. uncg is ranked no. 1 most affordable institution in north carolina for net cost by the n.y. times and no. 1 in north carolina for social mobility by the wall street journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. designated an innovation and economic prosperity university by the association of public and land-grant universities, uncg is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67m in research and creative activity. the university's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the piedmont triad region in excess of $1b.

mission statementour mission is to inspire connections, investments, and engagements that drive excellence and opportunity. our vision is of a university that illuminates potential, eliminates barriers, and ignites achievement.

purposeuniversity advancement staff members are dedicated to developing and maintaining strong and lasting connections to the university. how one perceives, interacts with, and supports unc greensboro forms the basis of all that we do. whether we're engaging alumni, friends, community members, or corporate partners (and in many cases, even current students), we share a collective responsibility and passion for cultivating a wide variety of partnerships and experiences across the university, our community, and beyond.

university advancement includes: development (unit-based and central), alumni engagement and advancement communications, philanthropic engagement, and advancement operations.

the senior director of development for the college of arts and sciences at unc greensboro oversees and manages all aspects of the college's development program. the candidate must be able to think strategically and practically to implement a comprehensive and results-oriented development plan that includes goals and strategies for major, planned, and annual gifts. this position will also build and foster key relationships for the college of arts and sciences and the university with alumni, friends, community and business leaders, and faculty.

• bachelor's degree required
• minimum of 5 years of experience in fundraising
• strong organizational skills
• ability to relate to diverse constituencies including identifying, recruiting, training and recognizing volunteers
• willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• willingness and ability to travel
• strong verbal and written communication skills
• ability to utilize technological resources available to the development staff
  
  

• master's degree preferred
• five to ten years of experience in fundraising
• professional experience in a public higher education setting
• experience in supervision of others

commensurate with experience

development - 33801

02/25/2025

yes

1.000

permanent

12

exempt

70%

gift cultivation and solicitation

• identify, cultivate, solicit and steward individuals believed to have potential to make major gifts to the college of arts & sciences and other university interests.
• create and execute a strategic fundraising plan in consultation with the dean and the associate vice chancellor for development, ensuring alignment with college priorities.
• maintain a portfolio of prospective donors and secure major and campaign gifts, meeting or exceeding performance metrics.
• prepare detailed and timely contact reports for all donor interactions and ensure appropriate stewardship in coordination with the stewardship team.

10%

engage and leverage key stakeholders

• collaborate with the dean to develop program funding priorities and cases for support that align with strategic goals.
• utilize and manage volunteers, including the college of arts & sciences advancement council, to help execute the fundraising plan.
• coordinate with faculty and university advancement to ensure the college's communication and marketing efforts are aligned with fundraising initiatives.
• effectively engage the dean, faculty, and staff in fundraising efforts, including establishing an internal giving program.

10%

develop and execute advancement priorities

• work with the dean and associate vice chancellor for development to set and execute advancement priorities for the college of arts & sciences.
• develop and implement an annual operating plan with clear, accountable goals in coordination with university advancement leadership.
• participate in university-level fundraising strategy meetings, including prospect management and strategy discussions.
• collaborate with other development team members and participate in team meetings, fundraising goal-setting, and the annual retreat.

10%

serve as an advocate for the college and university

• represent the college of arts & sciences in the community by engaging alumni, business partners, local leaders, and key constituents.
• serve as a primary liaison between the college and university advancement, ensuring the college's fundraising goals align with broader university objectives.
• organize and manage volunteer boards and other volunteer efforts to advance the college's mission and fundraising goals.
• lead or participate in special development projects and initiatives as needed to ensure the overall success of the college and its fundraising efforts.

reading - f, writing - f, vision-preparing/analyzing figures - f, hearing - f, talking - f, standing - f, sitting - f, walking - f, lifting-0-30 lbs. - r, climbing-stairs - o

driving - car/truck - o, inside - f, outside - o