Development Associate

A successful candidate for this role will be excited to join the collaborative, open-minded, and trust-filled environment that supports the development and alumni relations efforts of The University of Texas at Dallas. The successful candidate should possess a passion for public education. In addition, he/she should possess a high level of respect for all people and a customer service mentality that emphasizes the importance of relationships. The Development Associate will be intellectually curious and committed to continuously improving their leadership, skills, and knowledge.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Development and Alumni Relations, this position supports to the Senior Director and Directors of Development and Alumni Relations in the following schools and offices and their affiliated research centers: Hobson Wildenthal Honors College, Office of Graduate Education, Office of Student Affairs, Office of Undergraduate Education, School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences, School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences, School of Interdisciplinary Studies, and School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. The successful candidate will work with the Senior Director and Directors of Development, other development and alumni relations staff, and colleagues across the university to support development and alumni relations activities.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree. Preferred experience is at least one (1) year experience in higher education development. Candidates must also possess outstanding speaking, writing, and time-management skills. The position requires occasional evening/weekend hours and may require some travel. Salary will be commensurate with experience, education, and abilities.

Support the Senior Director and Directors of Development in their development work. Communicate regularly with donors and friends of the University to encourage philanthropic support. This may include work like organizing and attending meetings and writing meeting minutes, organizing events, working with vendors, drafting letters and proposals, processing requests for reimbursements, managing calendars, and entering actions into the development database.

Collaborate with other staff in the Office of Development and Alumni Relations, including alumni relations, annual giving, communications and marketing, corporate and foundation relations, donor relations, gift planning and research to support the Senior Director and Directors of Development.

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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If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!

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 . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.