Director Of Development

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Director of Development

College of Engineering & Computer Science

UT Chattanooga

University of Chattanooga Foundation, Inc.

The University of Chattanooga Foundation seeks to fill the position of Director of Development for the College of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Tennessee Chattanooga. This position will report to the Senior Vice Chancellor of Development.

The Director will build relationships to generate financial support for the College of Engineering and Computer Science through the discovery, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major gift prospects and donors. The Director will coordinate closely with the Dean and faculty members to broaden the prospect base and address the key fundraising priorities of the university and college. Responsibilities include:

• Direct, develop, and conduct major gift fundraising efforts for the College of Arts & Sciences. Collaborate with the dean, faculty members, department heads and volunteers to build their participation in fundraising. Prepare customized presentations, proposals, and prospect briefings.
• The Director will manage and steward 100-150 major prospects, with minimum annual expectations of 130 donor visits, 20 proposals, and $1,000,000 raised after an introductory period.
• The Director will participate in campus-wide fundraising efforts as determined by Advancement Leadership. Coordinate annual giving strategies and leadership annual giving solicitations with UTC annual giving director including Faculty and Staff Campaign efforts for the College of Engineering and Computer Science.
• Manage or assist in college focused special events for fundraising and stewardship purposes, including management of deans’ advisory groups, etc.
• Other professional duties as needed to assure the efficiency and effectiveness of development operations as assigned by the Vice Chancellor, Senior Associate Vice Chancellor, or Dean.

UTC’s College of Engineering and Computer Science enrolls over 1,600 undergraduate and graduate students in 14 disciplinary specific undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD degree programs across five departments: Civil and Chemical Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management and Technology, and Mechanical Engineering. Students benefit from small class sizes and a hands-on, application-oriented education, putting them in high demand from industry. Faculty are actively involved in research activities in areas of urban science (smart cities), energy and networked systems, data analytics, infrastructure engineering, information security, cybersecurity, cyber-physical systems, materials, mechatronics, biological systems, quality control, robotics, fluid dynamics, and automotive systems, to name just a few.

Who We Are!

The Foundation is an interdependent nonprofit corporation that enriches the lives of the students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga through alumni engagement, financial stewardship and private investments. While our advancement team aspires to be a key driver in UTC’s vision of being recognized as a top five public master’s degree University in the South, known for its outstanding undergraduate diversity and inclusiveness, the Foundation supports them by providing a unique benefits package that includes:

• Eligible for up to 24 paid days off per years and 12 paid days off for holidays,
• Tuition reimbursement,
• Employee discounts such as Orlando theme parks and Biltmore, and
• Full comprehensive benefits & retirement package, plus more!

Nestled between the foothills of southern Appalachia and the Cumberland Plateau, Chattanooga is an outdoor lover’s playground, where celebrated climbing, hiking, biking, and paddling abound. Called the Scenic City, Chattanooga has twice been named the “Best Town Ever” by Outside magazine and is well known for its vibrant downtown thriving with tech, foodie, art, and start-up scenes.

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree with five or a master’s degree with three years of experience in fundraising, development, marketing, or sales related field is required. The ability and willingness to travel locally, regionally, and nationally is required. Experience with higher education fundraising or nonprofit fundraising is preferred.
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required due to travel responsibilities of the position. UC Foundation reserves the right to consider all appropriate circumstances. In general, any significant driving offense less than 12 months old will eliminate the application from consideration for the position.
• The ability to maintain strict confidentiality of donor and prospect information.

Job Skills

Excellent computer, verbal, and written communication, and demonstrated organizational skills necessary. In addition, the position requires the ability to work independently, build relationships, and solicit gifts.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The ideal candidate will be highly supportive of and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. To build a diverse workforce The University of Chattanooga Foundation, Inc. encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women. EEO/AA employer.

Application Process

To be considered for candidacy, please include a cover letter, and resume in addition to the online profile. Applicants should complete the on-line profile in entirety to demonstrate the minimal education and experience required for this position. Incomplete profile information as it relates to the requirements listed will eliminate candidacy for this opportunity. Apply online at the link below using keyword 23000000TF.

http://hr.tennessee.edu/jobs/

The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.

The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. 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 University of Tennessee Foundation’s legal duty to furnish information.