Director of Development, Libraries

Job Posting Title: Director of Development, UT Libraries

Location: Austin, Texas United States

Full time

Hybrid

job requisition id

R_00046369

Job Description:

Hiring Department:

UT Libraries

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt from FLSA

Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

The University of Texas Libraries advances teaching, catalyzes research, and democratizes learning in order to develop critical thinkers and global citizens. As an essential campus partner in building a rich research and learning ecosystem, we are committed to creating and sustaining a community that welcomes and respects all individuals, celebrates different perspectives and experiences, and fosters belonging. 

Purpose

The University of Texas Libraries Director of Development leads in the development of a comprehensive fundraising plan that optimizes the best of UTL resources while strategically cultivating a portfolio of high-net-worth donors. Reporting to the Senior Vice Provost and Director of UT Libraries, the position holds a critical role advancing UT Libraries' strategic priorities through fundraising.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, steward, and solicit current and potential donors. Carry an active portfolio of 40-70 prospective donors, solicit gifts. Conduct executive prospect management meetings with the senior vice provost to maximize time with donors (e.g., develop cultivation and solicitation strategies based on solid proposals). Grow current fundraising totals from approximately $1.5 million annually to $3 million+ annually through strategic fundraising initiatives including but not limited to, increased solicitation of major and principal gifts, growth of corporate and foundation funders, and development of robust and highly proactive planned giving programs, whereby progress can be measured quantitatively.

• Lead and manage the development team and strategic committees. Manage the University of Texas Libraries development team. Establish and communicate fundraising goals, providing leadership on gift cultivation and solicitation strategies, and providing routine oversight and feedback to two staff members. Manage campaign committees, e.g., Benson Centennial Committee and UTL Campaign Committee. Maintain and provide oversight of the Libraries Advisory Committee.

• Serve as an advisor to the senior vice provost and his executive leadership team on development matters. Contribute to the strategic planning initiatives that support the University of Texas Libraries mission. Establish and maintain strong and mutually beneficial relationships with external contacts and constituents on behalf of the University of Texas Libraries. Participate in presentations to university, business, social, and civic groups.

• Advance the fundraising goals of Texas Development. Work collaboratively and proactively with Texas Development to align and advance the fundraising efforts of the University of Texas Libraries with Texas Development Campaign goals. Leverage relationships with development officers across the university to explore and/or strengthen fundraising opportunities for UT Libraries. Participate in professional development opportunities to create and nurture a culture of philanthropy within the University of Texas Libraries and its constituencies.

• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.

• Proven track record of closing six-figure gifts.

• Ability to build significant relationships with new and existing donors.

• Leadership experience.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on diplomacy.

• Ambition and skills to strategically grow a successful team.

• Experience with a comprehensive campaign in a complex setting, especially higher education.

• Ability to travel throughout the United States to engage prospects and donors.

• Commitment to creating a welcoming and collaborative team environment where all voices and perspectives are heard.

• Flexible and adaptive working style that finds creative solutions.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines as assigned.

• Strong project management skills, including ability to track projects and facilitate progress working with multiple stakeholders.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree.

• 5+ years of experience as a development professional.

• Background in or familiarity with research libraries (or similar cultural heritage institutions) in a higher education setting.

• Familiarity with University of Texas policies and procedures.

• Knowledge and proficiency with prospect management applications and/or UT database systems

We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills.

Salary Range

$110,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Standard office and library conditions.

• Weekend and evening work will be required.

• Must be able to travel overnight and weekends.

Work Shift

Monday - Friday, between the hours of 7am and 6pm as arranged with manager. Flexible work arrangement with remote days available.

Required Materials (PDF preferred)

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

During your application, you will be asked the following questions:

• Please describe your approach to building relationships internally and externally in a development role.

• Please tell us about your leadership qualities and strengths.

• What is your approach to developing collaborative team environments?

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legalduty to furnish information.