The University of Alabama Hiring for Associate Director/Director of Development – Culverhouse College of Business – at Tuscaloosa, AL Full Time

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Based on Qualifications

Department/Organization: 301105 – Development

Normal Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00am to 4:45pm

Note to Applicants: Salary of final candidate will be commensurate with education, skill level, years of experience and title at time of hiring.

Job Summary: The University of Alabama is receiving applications for a position in Advancement. Consideration is being given for both the Associate Director and Director of Development positions.

Additional Department Summary: Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward major gift prospects for The University of Alabama. This position will work with individuals, corporations, and foundations in building relationships in support of academic and institutional priorities. This position supports the Culverhouse College of Business by securing major gifts that align with the college’s strategic priorities.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Associate Director of Development: Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of professional experience in development, fundraising, sales, communications, or public relations; Master’s degree and one (1) year of professional experience in development, fundraising, sales, communications, or public relations. Frequent travel required.

Director of Development: Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of experience, in development, fundraising, sales, communications or public relations; OR Master’s degree and three (3) years of experience in development, fundraising, sales, communications or public relations. Frequent travel required.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must have valid U.S. driver’s license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Skills and Knowledge: Good public relations, oral and written communications, excellent organizational skills, and excellent interpersonal skills required. Ability to use personal computer for word processing and standard software packages.

Preferred Qualifications: Degree in a business field. Three (3) years of experience in a variety of fundraising activities, with a solid background in major gifts and development activities.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. “EEO is the Law” Poster