Division of University Advancement

Position # 392

Director of Development

The William States Lee College of Engineering

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte announces anopportunity to join a dynamic and growing development team. We have an opening for Director of Development for The William States Lee College of Engineering. University of North Carolina at Charlotte is North Carolina's urban research institution. Our campus is located in the piedmont of North Carolina, just two hours from the mountains and three hours from the Atlantic Ocean. A large public university with a small college feel, more than 28,000 students consider UNC Charlotte’s 1,000-acre campus their home away from home. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is the fourth largest among the 17 institutions within the University of North Carolina system. The Office of University Development's primary purpose is one of service and fundraising. These efforts include working closely with the governing boards, alumni, friends, community members, foundations and corporations to increase private giving to the University. The Office of Development is within the division of University Advancement.

JOB DESCRIPTIONS:

The Director of Development will function as the Division of University Advancement’s representative for The William States Lee College of Engineering.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Major Gifts in the Division of University Advancement and working closely with the Dean, the Director of Development will identify, qualify, cultivate and solicit gifts from alumni and non-alumni friends to forward the fundraising goals and mission of the university. The director will develop, manage, and execute prospect strategies to increase donor engagement inthe Collegewith a focus on raising gifts of $25k+ from individuals. S/he will work collaboratively with and in support of volunteers, other development and advancement staff, and other College representatives to cultivate and solicit donors for college-wide priorities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Manage a portfolio of 125-150 individuals capable of making commitments of $25k+, develop and maintain strategies for them, including working with volunteers.
  2. Work collaboratively and maintain a positive relationship and ongoing communication with other school/college/unit/central/regional directors to coordinate assigned prospect activities.
  3. Lead or assist, as appropriate, the process for the development of briefings, proposals, materials, and presentations needed to coordinate successful cultivation and solicitation of alumni, parents & friends.
  4. Assist in creating a comprehensive strategy and annual operating plans to enhance the University’s visibility and support from the alumni and friends of The William States Lee College of Engineering. These include goals, objectives, metrics for success and tactical execution plans that are aligned with University Advancement’s goals and priorities.
  5. Responsible for preparing and submitting all requested fundraising-related reports, statistics, and projections.
  6. Promote University priorities and image to constituents. Serve as front line staff officer to promote both campus and college goals and objectives. Maintain current knowledge of campus-wide and unit-specific priorities.
  7. Maintain stewardship contacts with donors; and convey sensitivity to needs of the donors.
  8. Maintain availability for major gift fundraising activities at the request of the Dean of The William States Lee College of Engineering.
  9. Maintain availability for donor-related activities related toThe William States Lee College of Engineering at the request of the Chancellor and/or Vice Chancellor for University Advancement.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Master’s Degree preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • CFRE certification is preferred
  • 3 plus years of experience in major gift fundraising
  • Proven track record of cultivating, soliciting and closing major gifts preferred, with a documented record of productivity
  • Demonstrated sound judgment, integrity, creativity
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to think strategically
  • Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
  • Proven history of management of a portfolio of prospects

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applicants are required to complete an online profile at Refer to the position # 392 for which you will be applying. Please attach a letter of interest, your resume, and the contact information for at least five professional references to your profile. Only electronic submissions will be accepted.

A review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. AA/EOE. Final candidates are subject to a criminal background check. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience, and the position has an excellent benefits package. For additional information about UNC Charlotte, visit the website at