Job Information
Texas A&M University Director of Development in United States
Job Title
Director of Development
Agency
West Texas A&M University
Department
Museum Operations
Proposed Minimum Salary
$5,833.34 monthly
Job Location
Canyon, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
The A&M System strives to maintain a competitive, high-quality benefit package to support the health and wellness needs of our workforce. This includes comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, additional health and lifestyle programs, and optional retirement savings opportunities. Eligible employees will have access to paid leave programs in addition to 13-15 paid holidays each year. For more information regarding the benefit package go to: West Texas A&M University: Human Resources Benefits (https://www.wtamu.edu/business-finance/human-resources/benefits.html)
General Summary
The Director of Development guides the strategic fundraising efforts of the Cultural Foundation of the Texas Panhandle by planning, implementing, evaluating, and refining the development activities for PPHM, TEXAS Outdoor Musical, and other appointed initiatives, with an emphasis on mid- to high-level gifts, memberships, sponsorships, sales, etc. The Director of Development will oversee a list of donor and prospect performance targets set in collaboration with CFTP executive team. This position fosters collaborative relationships with fundraising colleagues. This position will be a member of the CFTP executive leadership team, alongside the Executive Director, Director of Finance and Business, Director of Operations, Director of Marketing, and the TEXAS Artistic Director. The Director of Development will work in close partnership with various members of the WTAMU, CFTP, PPHM, and TEXAS boards.
Responsibilities:
Cultivates, solicits, and stewards donors and prospects through visits and other forms of direct personal contact in accordance with performance targets.
Establishes and maintains collaborative working relationships with fundraising colleagues and appropriate board members and/or other constituents to maximize CFTP’s total gift revenue, plan solicitation strategies, and leverage joint solicitation efforts.
Assists and/or leads in short- and long-range strategic planning activities to create and implement fundraising goals and objectives.
Makes effective use of PPHM/TEXAS prospect management database and other institutional resources to ensure appropriate management of donors, prospects, alumni, and volunteers in coordination with CFTP objectives. Utilizes prospect management database for coordination of prospect assignments, contact reports, proposals, etc.
Oversees the membership campaign (and associated staff) for PPHM and TEXAS.
May train and supervise staff and student employees, interns, and/or volunteers performing related work; may participate in the recruitment of volunteers, as appropriate to the area of operation.
Ability to work beyond regular office hours for evening and occasional weekend events.
Other duties as assigned.
Necessary Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Five years of related experience in fundraising.
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.
Database management skills.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others and foster effective working relationships within a team environment.
Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with leadership, prospects, donors, and/or volunteers in a wide range of roles. Community relations skills and the ability to communicate and work effectively within the community.
Ability to work and communicate effectively with groups of the University, both internally and externally.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups.
Effective planning, leadership, teamwork, and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability in planning and implementing long- and short-range initiatives in conjunction with strategic planning processes.
Ability to exercise good judgment, to demonstrate an understanding of ethics related to philanthropic activities, and to use discretion in interactions with donors, prospects, volunteers, and others.
Ability to analyze information, and prepare effective, accurate, and timely reports and other documents to support fundraising objectives.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Seven years of related experience in fundraising.
Knowledge of Blackbaud Altru – Nonprofit Event Ticketing and Donor Software.
Applicant Instructions:
Please include the following with your application:
Cover letter
Resume
Three references
Please attach all documents in the attachment box at the bottom of the “My Experience” page before continuing through the application. Please use the “Upload” button to add each document individually. All revisions must be made prior to application submission. If you need assistance with uploading documents, please contact WTAMU Human Resources at hr@wtamu.edu.
Texas law requires all males age 18 through 25 to be properly registered with the Selective Service System.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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.
WT is located in Canyon, Texas, on a 342-acre residential campus. Established in 1910, the University has been part of The Texas A&M University System since 1990. WT, a Hispanic Serving Institution since 2016, boasts an enrollment of about 10,000 and offers 59 undergraduate degree programs, 39 master’s degrees and two doctoral degrees.
WT’s long-standing commitment has always been to serve both the students and the region of the Panhandle. Our employees make a difference every day in the lives of thousands of students, and that has countless ripple effects on people throughout the region, the state and the world. Moreover, employees are encouraged to grow professionally and personally thanks to a supportive work environment.
At WT, your future is our future. Employees and their dependents get half-off their tuition and fees. The minimum starting wage is $15 per hour. Employees also have generous health, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance packages, plus free basic life insurance and enrollment in the Texas Teacher Retirement System. Flexible or compressed work-week arrangements are also available.Find out more at: https://wtamu.edu/benefits
West Texas A&M University is located in Canyon, home to Palo Duro Canyon and the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum. Canyon also is conveniently located near Amarillo, the largest city on Interstate 40 between Oklahoma City and Albuquerque. This region is renowned for its historical significance, vibrant arts and entertainment options, unique shopping, delicious food and the friendliest people in the state.