Associate Director Of Development

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $75,092.00; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
Major gift fundraising experience
Donor relationship management
Fundraising strategy development
The University of Arkansas is a land grant institution ranked among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas is a land grant institution ranked among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity.
  • The Associate Director of Development plays a major role in raising private gift support for the School of Law by managing a portfolio of major gift prospects and cultivating relationships.
  • The University offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, paid holidays, leave accrual, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas is a land grant institution ranked among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity.

Salary

Base: $75,092.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, paid holidays, leave accrual, retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Major gift fundraising experience
  • Donor relationship management
  • Fundraising strategy development
  • Portfolio management of prospects
  • Travel and irregular hours availability
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Report of Contact documentation

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with relational CRM or database
  • Knowledge of Arkansas legal community
  • Higher education fundraising background
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Excellent interpersonal communication
  • Mission-aligned with university pillars

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution
  • At least two years full-time development experience
  • Experience building donor/alumni relationships
  • Ability to travel and work irregular hours
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills
  • Criminal background and other pre-employment checks

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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