Posting DetailsPosition Information Position Number 003239Functional Title Development Officer, University Libraries & Strategic InitiativesPosition Type StaffPosition Eclass E2 - SAAO II 12 Month Leave EarningUniversity Information Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit The Division of University Advancement builds and nurtures relationships with loyalty and integrity to promote UNCG's mission, foster communication, and secure philanthropic support. We are responsible for:
- Building pride and tradition among alumni, faculty, staff, students, families, and community members
- Developing life long relationships
- Building advocacy
- Branding and awareness
- Securing private and public financial support
Our division includes: Advancement Communications, Advancement Operations, Alumni Engagement, Development, Annual Giving, Donor Relations, Event Planning, Gift Planning, Prospect Management & Research, and the Vice Chancellor's office. Our mission is to inspire connections, investments, and engagements that drive excellence and opportunity.Our vision is a University that illuminates potential, eliminates barriers, and ignites achievement.Position Summary The Development Officer of Development will have an understanding of and appreciation for the University Libraries and campus in order to build upon the foundation of its advancement program. This person will deploy experience managing a fundraising program as a confident, creative, enthusiastic and results-oriented development leader. The Development Officer of Development will be responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting leadership annual gifts, major gifts and stewarding individuals. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing our non-profit's fundraising campaigns, communicating with current and prospective donors, and contribute to a stronger development team for our organization.Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in fundraising, sales or equivalent
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to relate to diverse constituencies including identifying, recruiting, training and recognizing volunteers
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
- Willingness and ability to travel
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to utilize technological resources available to the development staff
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and CertificatesPreferred Qualifications
- Master's degree preferred
- Three to five of experience in fundraising
- Experience in a public higher education setting
Special Instructions to ApplicantsRecruitment Range $75,000 - $80,000Org #-Department Development - 33801Job Open Date 11/11/2024For Best Consideration DateJob Close DateOpen Until Filled YesFTE 1.000Type of Appointment PermanentIf time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.Number of Months per Year 12FLSA Exempt