Senior Director of Development II - School of Dentistry

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a Senior Director of Development II with the Office of Advancement and School of Dentistry. This position will be expected to develop fundraising priorities and seek to grow philanthropic success through established metrics on an annual basis - including dollar, visit, solicitations and proposals presented goals.

This position will report to the Associate Vice President for Development.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work with Dean, Department chairs and faculty to identify potential sources of private gift support and develop appropriate strategies to generate major and principal gifts to support the school.

• Manage an overall strategic vision for the development and alumni office including developing and implementing fundraising strategies and plans.

• Oversee all operations of the Dental Alumni Association and the Executive Council by providing strategic direction and working closely with alumni volunteer leadership to meet desired goals.

• Raise major and principal gifts from multiple donor groups (corporates, foundations, alumni, and community).

Annual Salary Range: $104,045 - $169,075

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business, or related field

• Minimum 8 years of higher education fundraising or equivalent experience

• Minimum of 5 years of major gift experience with demonstrated success

• Work experience may not substitute for education requirement

• Driving record should meet University underwriting guidelines to drive vehicle in performance of University business.
• Current underwriting guidelines include possession a valid driver s license, issued in the United States; at least 21 years of age; at least three years of driving experience; maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to conceive, plan and implement fundraising programs which focus on building internal and external relationships

• Ability to lead and mentor a development and alumni staff while also successfully meeting performance metrics

• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

• CRM usage and management

• Stakeholder management (internal and/or volunteer)

• Strong organizational, process and planning skills

• Strong emotional intelligence, interviewing skills and able to receive and give constructive feedback

• Advanced board management

• Advanced portfolio management

• Advanced knowledge of planned giving/endowments

UAB Benefits:

UAB offers a robust state-funded pension plan through the Alabama Teacher's Retirement System and additional RSA benefits. We also provide parental leave, and exclusive discounts on tickets for various cultural and entertainment events. Visit UAB's Benefits webpage at Benefits & Wellbeing for UAB Employees for a comprehensive list of eligible Benefits.