Associate Director Of Development

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $75,092; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Major gift fundraising experience
Donor relationship management
Portfolio management and cultivation
The University of Arkansas is a top research institution committed to advancing education, research, and outreach with a vibrant work environment promoting work-life balance and comprehensive benefits

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas is a top research institution committed to advancing education, research, and outreach with a vibrant work environment promoting work-life balance and comprehensive benefits.
  • The Associate Director of Development plays a key role in securing major gifts for the School of Law by managing donor portfolios, cultivating relationships, and collaborating with university leadership to meet fundraising goals.
  • This position offers a salary of $75,092 and includes benefits such as health insurance, tuition waivers, retirement programs, and 12 official holidays.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas is a top research institution committed to advancing education, research, and outreach with a vibrant work environment promoting work-life balance and comprehensive benefits.

Salary

Base: $75,092; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, retirement contributions, 12 holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Major gift fundraising experience
  • Donor relationship management
  • Portfolio management and cultivation
  • Advanced verbal and written communication
  • Ability to travel frequently
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Collaboration with university stakeholders

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with relational CRM or database
  • Knowledge of Arkansas legal community
  • Higher education fundraising familiarity
  • Event coordination and alumni engagement
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Goal-driven and persistent
  • Ability to work under deadline pressure

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution
  • Minimum two years full-time development experience
  • Experience building donor and alumni relationships
  • Ability to travel and work irregular hours
  • Advanced communication skills
  • Preferred three or more years fundraising experience
  • Experience with major gift fundraising
  • Familiarity with university campus culture

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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