Job Description

Details



Open Date

10/01/2025



Requisition Number

PRN43289B



Job Title

Assoc Director, Dev/Social Svc



Working Title

Assoc Director, Dev/Social Svc



Career Progression Track

F



Track Level



FLSA Code

Executive



Patient Sensitive Job Code?

No



Standard Hours per Week

40



Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time



Shift

Day



Work Schedule Summary



M-F 9am - 5pm with evenings and weekends as needed for events



VP Area

Academic Affairs



Department

00029 - External Relations



Location

Campus



City

Salt Lake City, UT



Type of Recruitment

External Posting



Pay Rate Range

$65,000-$72,000



Close Date

12/01/2025



Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)



Job Summary



David Eccles School of Business Office of Alumni Relations and Development seeks a dynamic frontline fundraiser with 2-5 years of experience in philanthropy who excels at building and maintaining excellent relationships. This position will report to the Senior Director of Development. The Assistant Director of Development will focus on soliciting major gifts, write proposals, discover & qualify new prospective donors, and craft meaningful stewardship plans. This team is fast-paced, collaborative, and impact-driven. Our strategic priority is to strengthen the Eccles School's donor pipeline, raise funds for top priorities, and develop long-term relationships to build a strong foundation for future support. This position will be part of a talented team of fundraisers and is an excellent opportunity for professionals to work collaboratively and grow their career.



Responsibilities



Serve as a frontline fundraiser responsible making direct solicitations through face-to-face interactions as well as discovering and qualifying prospective donors and ensuring meaningful donor stewardship. Manage a portfolio and schedule 12-15 meetings per month with prospects, donors, and alumni. Meet or exceed annual fundraising KPIs Develop donor solicitation strategies, write proposals to alumni, donors, foundations, and companies. Secure sponsorships for a variety of events that support the Eccles School's overall fundraising efforts. Travel to regional markets to grow alumni engagement and develop donor support nationally. Communicate persuasively about the Eccles School's programs, students, and major initiatives. Track and maintain donor records and relationships. Represent the David Eccles School of Business at appropriate University activities and events. Work effectively in a highly motivated team environment.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously:

Office environment.



Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously:

Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often:

Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Seldom:

Bending, reaching overhead.



Minimum Qualifications



Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, a related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required; plus six years of progressively more responsible management experience; and demonstrated leadership, human relations and effective communication skills also required. Master's degree in Business Administration or related area preferred. This position is not responsible for providing patient care. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.



Preferences



Excellent at relationship-building skills, communication, and active listening required. Philanthropic fundraising experience, including face-to-face solicitations, grant/proposal writing, and a successful track record of raising donations is required. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. High ethical standards, discretion, and confidentiality in working with donor information. Experience which CRM database preferred.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communication, or a related area and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required.



Type

Benefited Staff



Special Instructions Summary



Additional Information



The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.



This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.



The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.



All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.



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