Director/Senior Director of Development

Director/Senior Director of Development

Job Identification: 16239
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Job Description:
What We’re Looking For

The Director of Development/Senior Director of Development will
support the mission of Baylor University by cultivating,
soliciting, and stewardship of a portfolio of donors and prospects
for major gifts to Baylor, focused on support for the College of
Engineering and Computer Science.

A bachelor’s degree, five years of relevant work experience and an
active Christian faith are required. A master’s degree and seven
years of experience are preferred.

A valid Texas Driver License with a clear driving record of at
least two years is required.

A hybrid work arrangement may be considered on a case-by-case
basis.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the
United States on a Full-Time basis.

What You Will Do

• Cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of donors and
  prospects for major gifts to Baylor, especially for their
  respective colleges and units.
• Collaborate with respective deans, directors, or other senior
  administrators in developing impactful philanthropic agendas
  consistent with Baylor’s and colleges’/units’ strategic plans for
  major and prospective donors.
• With the leadership of the Assistant VP and Associate VP for
  Development, establish yearly measurable goals/objectives, related
  metrics for new gift commitments secured, proposals made, new
  prospects qualified, and prospect meetings held.
• Participate fully in Advancement’s prospect management,
  discovery/qualification visits and related prospect development
  programs.
• Assist, as requested by the Assistant VP of Development, and
  Associate VP for Development with programs to increase giving to
  Baylor.
• Collaborate with deans, directors, and other senior
  administrators on structuring, enlisting, educating, focusing, and
  partnering with college and unit advisory boards and councils to
  increase giving.
• Collaborate with other Advancement team members to inspire
  trust, encourage creative thinking, and collaborate with other
  Baylor staff and volunteers to significantly increase private gifts
  to Baylor.
• Candidates will be assigned a portfolio of donors who will need
  to be visited in person. The donor pool is primarily in TX but
  could require meeting with donors out of state. There will be
  extensive travel by car and there could be some travel by
  plane.
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s
  mission.
• Ability to comply with University policies.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a
comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and
vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and
outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a
comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s
wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and
active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Illuminate. Also, explore our great hometown of
Waco and
the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas,
This is
Waco!

About Us:
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated
with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative
Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to
compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including
those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military
service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor’s commitment
to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the
validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections
for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the
religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil
Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the
Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the
First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others.
Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with
disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

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