Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Development and Alumni Relations, this position is a development officer for the Harry W. Bass Jr. School of Arts, Humanities, and Technology (AHT). The right candidate will work collaboratively with the Dean, Associate Deans, center directors, lab directors, faculty and staff, and other development and alumni relations staff to perform the primary tasks required to support the activities of alumni engagement, major and principal gift solicitations, and the work of the volunteer leadership. These tasks include leadership for annual giving, alumni activities and events, donor and prospect engagement, corporate relations, and stewardship.

The selected candidate for this role should be passionate about connecting the university with alumni, friends, and donors for the Harry W. Bass Jr. School of Arts, Humanities, and Technology and several high-profile centers i.e., the Ackerman Center for Holocaust Studies.

They should have a passion for higher education and the arts, humanities, and technology. The top candidate should be excited to join an ambitious, collaborative, open-minded, and trust-filled environment that builds and manages philanthropic and community partnerships with alumni, friends, and donors through various activities, events, and communications platforms. They should have a high level of respect for all people and maintain customer service standards that emphasize the importance of relationships. The Assistant Director of Development should be intellectually curious and committed to continuously improving their leadership, skills, and knowledge.

Bachelor’s degree in related field and three plus years relevant professional experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree and three to five years of development and/or communications expertise. Experience with alumni, donor relationships, and high-level relationships is preferred. Candidates must also possess outstanding speaking, writing, and time-management skills. The position requires occasional evening/weekend hours and some travel.

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Serving as a liaison between AHT alumni, friends, donors and the university the Assistant Director of Development and Alumni Relations will:

Remote Work Notice:
Hybrid remote work environment available and a UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement is required upon employment. Use of personal computer and other standard office equipment may be required. Must be located within the State of Texas (or Must be located within the DFW Area) and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice.

What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

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