ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT – COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks an Associate Director of Development for the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS). The Associate Director of Development will develop and implement strategies to effectively solicit and close a defined number of major/mid-level gifts within a specified timeframe for the College of Arts and Sciences. This includes creating intentional meetings with unqualified and/or qualified prospects to build a portfolio of mid-to-high net-worth prospects. The Associate Director of Development will collaborate with development and alumni staff as well as faculty within the College of Arts and Sciences and across campus to maximize philanthropic efforts. They will be expected to meet/exceed established metrics on an annual basis – including dollar, visit, solicitations, and proposals presented goals.

Travel may be required for this position.

This position will report to the Senior Director of Development of the Collat of Arts and Sciences.

This position is hybrid-eligible after the probationary period.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Build a network of high net-worth prospects
• Independently strategize and present gift options to prospects
• Work closely with the College of Arts and Sciences Dean and Senior Director of Development to engage with members of CAS and develop fundraising strategies
• Work with key volunteers and board members to increase engagement and fundraising
• Perform other duties as assigned

Salary Range: $57,940 - $80,000

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business or related field
• Minimum 4 years of fundraising or equivalent experience
• Work experience may not substitute for education requirement
• Travel required
  
  

Preferred Additional Qualifications:

• Ability to work efficiently within CRM
• Advanced fundraising skills (qualifying, potential solicitations, overcome objections)
• Advanced networking - positioning conversations for potential gifts
• Advanced stakeholder management (status, prospects lists, communications, etc.)
• Working knowledge of planned giving techniques
• Portfolio development/management skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Advanced project management skills
• Budget management
• Knowledge of higher education endowment practices

UAB Benefits:
UAB offers a robust state-funded pension plan through the Alabama Teacher's Retirement System, a generous 5% retirement match in voluntary accounts, and additional RSA benefits. We also provide educational assistance for employees and their families, parental leave, and exclusive discounts on tickets for various cultural and entertainment events. Visit UAB’s Benefits webpage at Benefits & Wellbeing for UAB Employees for a comprehensive list of eligible Benefits.

UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.