Job Title
Director of University Relations
Agency
Texas A&M University - Central Texas
Department
University Relations
Proposed Minimum Salary
$6,666.67 monthly
Job Location
Killeen, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management and University Relations, the Director of University Relations, under general direction, seeks and maintains contact with corporations, organizations, businesses, alumni, foundations, and individuals that are potential for endowments, scholarships, and unrestricted funds.
Coordinates solicitation of funds on behalf of the institution and affiliated support organizations, such as the Foundation and Alumni Association.
Organizes and implements major fundraising initiatives and community engagement strategies.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any US employer. The department is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Provide leadership to team and stakeholders in support of institutional advancement and community engagement operations. Develop and implement comprehensive strategies to enhance the university’s relationships with key stakeholders, including alumni, donors, community leaders and corporate partners.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of professionals in support of the university’s mission.
Develop and execute strategies for securing significant financial contributions to support the university’s priorities and initiatives.
Includes identifying, soliciting, and stewardship of major gift prospects and donors.
Develop and execute strategies associated with annual giving to increase participation and financial support from alumni and institutional community.
Implement innovative approaches to engage donors and improve donor retention and recurring gifts.
Develop initiatives to increase alumni engagement and foster strong connections through targeted programming, events, and communications.
Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, businesses, and government entities to enhance the university’s presence and stakeholder’s awareness of the institutions impact.
In coordination with the Associate Vice President, provide administrator support for affiliated support organizations, including the Foundation and Alumni Association.
This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions.
Other duties may be assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Master’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Five years of related experience in fundraising.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Knowledge of fundraising techniques, tax laws pertaining to gifts / donations, and grant availability raising techniques.
Knowledge of University environment, trends, and resources of higher education.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse groups of the University, both internally and externally.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Effective planning, leadership, teamwork, and organizational skills.
Salary : $80,000
Hours : Monday - Friday; 8am to 5pm; night and weekends as needed.
Supervision of Others : This position generally supervises employees.
Work Location : This is not a remote position. The selected candidate will be required to work on campus.
To Apply
Please apply directly on our Texas A&M University-Central Texas Job Site . Please submit a cover letter, a resume, and the contact information of three professional references when applying for this position.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and / or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Veterans / Disability Employer.
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