*REVISED* Director of Development, UNLV University Libraries

Director of Development, UNLV University Libraries

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Director of Development, UNLV University Libraries (R0147464).

Role of the Position

The Director of Development for the UNLV University Libraries is a fundraising professional reporting directly to the Dean for the University Libraries and to the UNLV's Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement AVP. The Director will be responsible for meeting individual and unit fundraising goals. In coordination with the Dean of Libraries, the Director will advance the mission of the Libraries by conceptualizing and implementing strategies to increase financial support from alumni and donors. This role emphasizes the qualification and cultivation of prospective and existing donors that may lead to successful solicitations of major gifts in support of unit priorities.

Responsibilities Include:

• Managing a donor portfolio of 100-125 prospects with a philanthropic capacity to give $50,000 or more to UNLV.
• Initiating and conducting 12-15 visits per month for the purpose of determining philanthropic interests, capacity, and readiness. Of these visits, 30% will be qualification-based.
• Develop tailored cultivation and solicitation strategies and present written and oral proposals to donors.
• Solicit gifts directly, working independently or with the Dean of Libraries and other appropriate unit representatives to implement successful solicitation strategies.
• Participate or lead the unit's strategic planning for short-term and long-term fundraising goals and work with external and internal constituents to promote understanding of fundraising priorities.
• Oversee the stewardship and alumni engagement program including supervision of one administrative faculty position.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues within and external to the Libraries for donor engagement, project strategies, and fund management.
• Maintain and continue to build the Libraries Advisory Board, while continuing to expand the board with next generation community leaders and cultivating the board as ambassadors in the community.
• Provide input on print and online collateral for donors and work closely with the Libraries Director of Communications to provide input on message, look, and feel for donor communications.
• Create and manage donor recognition and engagement events.

Profile of the UNLV University Libraries

As a strong partner in research and student learning, UNLV Libraries fosters critical thinking and lifelong learning at one of the nations fastest growing universities. University Libraries comprises Lied Library and four branch libraries and we are a gateway to more than 80,000 electronic journals, 1.2 million volumes, and 1.4 million e-books. We welcome individuals with diverse backgrounds to join our growing organization of over 120 experienced faculty librarians, professionals, and staff members.

UNLV University Libraries Commitment to Diversity

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity, and inclusiveness as well as leading a respectful, positive work environment. The University Libraries values begin with our belief that everyone deserves a welcoming, inclusive, and equitable environment where they are treated with respect and dignity. The Libraries extends its commitment to diversity and equity in employment and especially welcomes applications from women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who contribute to diversification.

*Revised* Minimum Qualifications

This position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 5 years of experience in higher education major gift development or comparable recent professional experience. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.

• Competence and sensitivity in working with individuals who are highly diverse regarding many facets of identity, including but not limited to gender, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, ability, income, level of educational attainment, and religion.
• Knowledge of the full spectrum of development practice, principles and activities, gift policies, solicitations, stewardship, donor recognition, and administration
• Knowledge of how to work with high-level volunteer committees, and the ability to apply this knowledge creatively to specific fund-raising projects.
• Knowledgeable of the ways donors can make charitable gifts including cash, appreciated securities, real and personal property, charitable remainder trusts, bequests, gift annuities etc.
• Excellent communication skills to express concisely and persuasively, both orally and in writing, the mission of the campus and the fund-raising goals of the campus, and the division
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with the dean, faculty, administrators, community leaders, volunteers, donors, and other staff including people of differing temperaments, socioeconomic backgrounds and political/ethical philosophies
• Able to take initiative by making cold calls and getting first appointments with donors and prospects
• Ability to listen carefully to what people are saying and translate their interest and resources into gifts needed by the campus
• Excellent working knowledge of computer programs such as Excel, Word, Gmail

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of library services and programs
• Demonstrated experience working in comprehensive capital campaigns
• Experience with Raisers Edge fundraising system or similar donor database applications

Commitment to Diversity and Campus Values

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

Salary

This is a full-time, 12-month, Administrative Faculty position at a Grade C. Minimum salary is $94,000. Salary is competitive with those at similarly situated institutions and dependent upon labor market. For more information on salary ranges please visit UNLV Salary Range.

In addition, University Libraries is committed to and helps fund professional development opportunities: each position receives annual allotment for professional development activities.

Benefits of Working at UNLV

• Competitive total rewards package including: Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

How to Apply

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, emails, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on Monday, June 16th, 2025.

Materials should be addressed to Director of Development Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Libraries Human Resources at (702) 895-2286 or library.searches@unlv.edu.

Special Instructions for Internal NSHE Candidates

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, "R0147464" in the search box.

Profile of the University

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff