Job Title

Director of Development, College of Science & Math

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Division of Institutional Advancement

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Director of Development (DoD) for the College of Science and Mathematics is responsible for building and leading a comprehensive development program with a focus on major, leadership, and principal gifts to support the initiatives of the assigned college and Tarleton State University.  This position is expected to work closely with advancement leadership, the academic dean, and faculty to establish a robust philanthropic program within the college.  The DoD is responsible for ensuring high standards of quality, productivity, consistency, and accuracy for all development-related information. The DoD is knowledgeable about and operates in compliance with all gift administration/tax policies and regulations. The DoD ensures the ongoing and effective operation of a defined area and works closely with university and advancement leaders, as well as other staff, to develop, prepare, coordinate, and execute a development program, with annual and long-term strategies, designed to meet the financial goals of the institution and congruent with the University’s Strategic Plan.

Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work requirements indicate. Must be able to work remotely at the request of the University. Travel required to multiple work site locations.

Job Description

The Director of Development (DoD) for the College of Science and Mathematics is responsible for building and leading a comprehensive development program with a focus on major, leadership, and principal gifts to support the initiatives of the assigned college and Tarleton State University.  This position is expected to work closely with advancement leadership, the academic dean, and faculty to establish a robust philanthropic program within the college.  The DoD is responsible for ensuring high standards of quality, productivity, consistency, and accuracy for all development-related information. The DoD is knowledgeable about and operates in compliance with all gift administration/tax policies and regulations. The DoD ensures the ongoing and effective operation of a defined area and works closely with university and advancement leaders, as well as other staff, to develop, prepare, coordinate, and execute a development program, with annual and long-term strategies, designed to meet the financial goals of the institution and congruent with the University’s Strategic Plan.

Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work requirements indicate. Must be able to work remotely at the request of the University. Travel required to multiple work site locations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Under the direction of the Executive Director of Development and in consultation with the college dean, the Director of Development creates and executes strategies and systems designed to engage target constituents and secures philanthropic support on behalf of the college and Tarleton State University.

Cultivates existing relationships to increase current philanthropic support.

Works closely with Institutional Advancement and college leadership to develop fundraising priorities.

Proactively identifies new prospects and build relationships with the intent of securing major, leadership, planned, and principal gifts.

Makes personal visits, creates proposals, and writes digital correspondence as primary methods of donor engagement. Plans, organizes, coordinates, and manages daily activities to maximize gift solicitation efforts and events.

Uses all available University resources to identify, cultivate, and solicit major gift support to college and university programs.

Collaborates with University partners/other development officers or units to coordinate fundraising strategies for donors with multiple interests.

May work to design donor and volunteer cultivation events to attract and retain interest in the college and affiliated programs.

Proactively represents Tarleton State University and the college at external events to identify prospects and grow the network of support.

Develops and manages a portfolio of individual, corporate, and foundation prospects capable of making significant gifts to secure gift commitments. Plans and implements programs that include measurable targets and metrics for each fiscal year (e.g., cultivation, personal visits, stewardship activities, solicitations).

Works to ensure timely and accurate completion of proposals, pledges, and fund agreements. Maintains accurate and timely documentation of prospect strategies and contact reports, evaluates new prospects, and generates reports and other correspondence as necessary to cultivate prospects.

Under a partnership with the Dean, participates in the recruitment, training, and management of a College External Advisory Council where applicable.

Other duties as assigned by advancement leadership.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree required

Five years related experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of fundraising, public relations, marketing, and/or sales.

Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated record of completing tasks.

Knowledge of database, word processing, and spreadsheet applications

Excellent organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written.

The ability to be customer service-oriented and bring together various institutional partners with varying interests is essential.

Ability to multitask and work cooperatively and harmoniously with others.

Problem-solving skills, creativity, positivity, and the ability to manage several assignments simultaneously.

Ability to always maintain confidentiality.

Critical thinking and lifelong learning skills.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Master’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience in fundraising in higher education

Salary

Commensurate with experience

The target base annual salary range is $53,745 up to $72,000 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:

Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) – scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit!

Doctoral Educational Assistance – Full-time budgeted employees at all A&M System Universities, Agencies, and System Offices are qualified for reimbursement of tuition and mandatory fees. Eligibility: This program is applicable to the pursuit of a first doctorate degree only to full-time, budgeted employees who have been in a position no less than 2 long semesters. Click the link for additional details!

Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning

Fully covered employee health insurance

Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees’ insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement and Insurance programs

Paid Leave

Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!

Paid sick leave

Holiday pay

Vacation

Longevity pay

Paid Birthday Leave – Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday!

Other

Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events!

Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.

Employee Wellness Release Time

Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation

and other Tarleton Discounts

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include:

Completed online application

Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

Curriculum Vitae or Resume

At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.  Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.  “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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.