What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Officer position at University of North Carolina Asheville?
Development Officer
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville’s commitment to increasing and sustaining the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is reflected in our strategic plan goals of diversity and inclusion, and social sustainability. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.
Posting Details
Position Information
UNC Asheville Overview
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. Staff members are encouraged to take an active role to engage in the institution’s efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion throughout the workplace. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. Staff members are encouraged to take an active role to engage in the institution’s efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion throughout the workplace. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Position Type
EHRA Staff
Title
Development Officer
Position Number
002062
Recruitment Range
$55,000-$59,952
Work Schedule and Hours
The Advancement Office hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Regular evening and weekend work is required as well as the ability to travel.
Full-Time / Part-Time
Full-Time
Months per Year
12 Months
Position Summary
Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor for University Advancement (AVC), the Development Officer will be responsible for securing leadership annual and major gifts that align donor interests with University priorities. Major gifts are defined as $25,000 or more. The Development Officer will manage a portfolio of research-based leadership annual gift and major gift prospects for the purpose of assessment and working collaboratively with development colleagues and leadership to strategically cultivate and solicit philanthropic support from alumni, parents and friends of the university.
As the university looks towards its first comprehensive campaign the Development Officer will have a critical role in building the major gift pipeline, identifying opportunities for donor engagement, and aligning donors’ philanthropic interests with the emerging priorities of the campaign.
The Development Officer will serve as a visible, key representative of the university and will be responsible for effectively communicating the university’s mission and fundraising priorities to external stakeholders. The Development Officer will be responsible for recording interactions in the advancement database and will protect confidential information.
FLSA
Exempt
Required Education/Experience/Skills
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree required with related experience
- At least two (2) years of professional-level, direct solicitation/fundraising experience
Preferred Education/Experience/Skills
- Strong knowledge of the development field and fundraising techniques
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
- Experience with annual and major gift fundraising, preferably in a university setting
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent communication and personal skills to work effectively with a diverse audience of internal and external stakeholders
- Entrepreneurial spirit with ability to collaborate to maximize effectiveness
- Ability to navigate complex organizational structures to build consensus and reach goals
- Demonstrated ability to think and act strategically
- Excellent active listening skills and ability to connect donor interests to university priorities
- Ability to build relationships with a wide range of people
- Ability to approach challenges creatively
- Ability and willingness to travel and work flexible hours including nights and weekends
- Familiarity with donor record-keeping database, (Raiser’s Edge NXT preferred)
- High level of integrity and respect for confidentiality
Posting Detail Information
Special Instructions to the Applicant
Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.
Posting Number
E0470
Posting date
11/15/2024
Closing date
12/06/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- UNC Asheville website
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Higher Ed Jobs
- really
- Inside Higher Ed
- HERC
- NC Works Online (formerly Employment Security)
- UNC System website (northcarolina.edu)
- X (formerly Twitter)
- Circa (formerly Local Job Network)
- NorthCarolinaDiversity.com
- Other
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Other Documents
Salary : $55,000 - $59,952
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