ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT, HASLAM COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

Associate Director of Development, Haslam College of Business

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc.

The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc (UTFI) invites applications and nominations to fill the position of Associate Director of Development, Haslam College of Business (HCB) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

Reporting to the Interim Executive Director of Advancement, the Associate Director of Development is responsible for identifying, cultivating and successfully soliciting HCB friends and alumni to give to the Haslam College of Business College Fund.

Additionally, this role will assist in the facilitation of stewardship and cultivation activities and programs that engage donors and prospects.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

Front Line Fundraising : Identify and solicit charitable contributions from friends and alumni of the Haslam College of Business.

Collaborate with advancement team members in support of prospective major and planned gifts. Serve as the lead for the Dean's Circle giving society, managing efforts to identify and solicit new members.

Stewardship : Collaborate with HCB and UT Knoxville advancement colleagues to maintain and enhance relationships with existing donors, ensuring ongoing engagement through tailored stewardship.

Event Management : Assist in facilitation of annual events and programs, such as Haslam Connects, the Young Alumni Board, annual Haslam College Gala, as well as the Senior Impact, Big Orange Give, and Big Orange Family campaigns.

Required Education and Experience

• The candidate who fills the Associate Director of Development position is required to have :
• Bachelor's degree
• 3 years in a development position or an external position related to development, such as sales, marketing or financial planning
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Willingness and ability to travel locally and across the state of Tennessee

A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required due to travel responsibilities of the position. UTFI 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.

Note - Candidates holding a graduate degree must have at least 1 year of experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

In addition to meeting the required qualifications, the preferred candidate will have :

Higher education development / advancement experience

Application Process : Priority will be given to applications received on or before July 1, 2024 via our Taleo application system.

Applications must include a completed candidate profile, cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

References will not be contacted without explicit permission of the candidate.

When determining minimum qualifications, only information entered into the candidate profile can be considered. Please ensure your candidate profile is completed in its entirety as it relates to qualifying education / work experience.

Questions about the search may be directed to hr@utfi.org.

Target Start Date : August 2024

Benefits : Recognized as a Top Employer by Knoxville Top Workplaces in 2022 and 2023, the Foundation's greatest asset is our team.

Foundation employees are eligible for a comprehensive suite of benefits that includes :

• Generous paid leave, accruing up to 24 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave annually, plus 14 paid holidays and administrative closing days
• Education benefits for employees and their dependents at UT System campuses
• Retirement and deferred compensation plans, including 401(k), 403(b), etc.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Employee discounts to attractions, services, and goods

The Foundation : The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that serves as the preferred channel for private contributions benefiting students and faculty within the UT System.

With a vision of being one of the top-performing advancement organizations in higher education, UTFI is committed to enhancing the educational landscape across the University of Tennessee campuses.

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has been advancing knowledge and enriching lives since its founding in 1794. Tennessee's flagship public research university, UT Knoxville is a diverse community whose shared commitment to discovery, creativity, and education combines with a tradition of service and engagement to carry the Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world.

UT's campus-home to more than 36,000 students and 9,000 faculty and staff members-is part of the vibrant city of Knoxville, located on the Tennessee River with the Great Smoky Mountains nearby.

The UT System : The University of Tennessee System is comprised of campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski, Martin and the Health Science Center at Memphis;

the Institute of Agriculture; and the Institute for Public Service.

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 without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.