Posting Number: S06184P Department: Development and Alumni Relations Salary Range: $145,000 Pay Basis: Monthly Position Status: Regular full-time Location: Richardson Job Description: Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Development, the position of Assistant Dean of Development and Alumni Relations, Harry W. Bass Jr. School of Arts, Humanities and Technology is responsible for managing the development and alumni relations program for the Bass School. As the chief development officer for the Bass School, this position will actively qualify, cultivate and solicit prospective major gift donors. This position is based within the school and works alongside the Dean of the Bass School as a senior member of the school’s leadership team. A successful candidate will help create a collaborative, open-minded and trust-filled environment that supports the mission of the Harry W. Bass Jr. School of Arts, Humanities and Technology. The successful candidate will possess a passion for public education, impact for students and an understanding of the area of fundraising. In addition, the ideal candidate should possess a high level of respect for all people and a customer service mentality that emphasizes the importance of relationships. Possessing the values of being innovative, impact-driven and a commitment to excellence are essential for the success of the Bass School development and alumni relations team. This person will have a commitment to self-improvement and will continuously hone their leadership, fundraising skills, and knowledge of Bass School and UT Dallas through a relentless pursuit of excellence. Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree and five to seven years of progressively responsible development experience or similar work related experience; expertise in forging strong relations with external constituents as well as with internal constituents (faculty and staff); major gift fundraising experience, particularly in securing gifts and/or working with high net worth individuals; proven management ability to plan and implement programs in support of fundraising and alumni efforts. Candidates must also possess outstanding speaking, writing and time management skills. The position requires travel and some evening/weekend hours. Preferred Education and Experience: The position requires a bachelor’s degree and 10 or more years of fundraising experience, preferably in a university and/or arts setting. The individual must have expertise in forging strong relations with external constituents as well as with internal constituents (faculty and staff); major and principal gift fundraising experience, particularly in securing gifts and/or working with high-net-worth individuals. In addition, the successful candidate will have proven management and leadership ability to plan to lead a team of fundraising professionals in the Bass School. Additionally, the individual must also possess outstanding speaking, writing and time management skills. Important Message: 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE , including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator (ADACoordinator@utdallas.edu) . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator (TitleIXCoordinator@utdallas.edu) .