Associate Director of Development – College of Education & Health Professions Position Available In Washington, Arkansas

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Closing Date:

06/21/2025

Type of Position:

Major Gifts Workstudy Position:

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University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.

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Summary of Job Duties:

Join our team and be part of a college that’s dedicated to making a real difference! The College of Education and Health Professions’ WE CARE Strategic Plan drives impactful research aimed at improving lives, offers transformative learning opportunities for students, and fosters meaningful partnerships statewide. Embrace a culture of care that empowers individuals to thrive in all aspects of life. We are currently seeking a dynamic and collegial individual with fundraising success, experience with donor engagement and stewardship programs in a fast and complex environment to join our team as the Associate Director of Development (ADOD).

Other Responsibilities:

• Mission aligned with the University’s pillars: student success, research excellence, and employer of choice initiatives
• Guided by the highest integrity
• Goal-driven, as evidenced by persistence and competitiveness to achieve fundraising objectives Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education At least two years of full-time experience in development, sales, fundraising, or closely related work Experience in building donor/alumni relationships with stakeholders and individuals at all levels Experience working with volunteers and advisory boards Experience with/ability to travel and work irregular hours as needed Demonstrated advanced verbal and written communication skills Experience with/ability to confidently represent the college and university in a professional manner Experience and proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite

Preferred Qualifications:

Three or more years of full-time experience in higher education development, fundraising, or closely related work Experience in major gift fundraising, preferably in higher education Experience managing data, executive correspondence, and communications Experience with higher education and a university campus culture Graduate of the University of Arkansas Established network of relationships with donors and prospective donors that will help generate private gift support

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Demonstrated energy and passion for major gift fundraising, the College, and the University Broad knowledge of the principles of fundraising – able to participate in all aspects of the gift cycle: (1) to initiate contacts with potential donors; (2) to develop appropriate cultivation strategies for them, including working with volunteers and senior University administrators; (3) to move potential donors in an appropriate and timely fashion toward solicitation and closure; (4) to make solicitations when appropriate; (5) to maintain stewardship contacts with donors Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills Strong organizational and interpersonal skills in building relationships with various stakeholders and interacting with individuals at all levels in a professional manner Proficient skills with the Microsoft Office Suite Superb oral, written, and interpersonal skills required Solid relationship-building skills, able to interface with alumni, donors, volunteers, leading faculty, administrators, and trustees Ability to follow-up with prospects and donors Ability to set and achieve work goals and work effectively alone and with a team Ability to work well under the pressure of deadlines and fundraising goals Ability to travel frequently on behalf of the University and work irregular hours as needed Ability to engage with others and execute portfolio activities, including: Ability to collaborate with development leadership and development directors to create high-level cultivation plans that meet ambitious fundraising goals Ability to track, manage, and prioritize donor cultivation and solicitation strategies Ability to strategize, write, and edit high-quality grant proposals and reports Ability to develop and execute consistent communication (reports of contact, monthly check-in agendas, etc.) with colleagues Ability to identify, research, and qualify new prospects for the portfolio. This role will require the Associate Director to research and build their own portfolio. Within 12 months, a portfolio of 125 qualified prospects should be established Ability to manage all administrative tasks related to the portfolio including data entry, gift agreement review, gift acknowledgements, and compliance activities Ability to work collegially within Division of University of Arkansas Advancement and across university units

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$99,309.00 – Commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to

Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title),

Resume Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status Recruitment Contact Information:

Crystal Ellis, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, ce031@uark.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Special Instructions to

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