Mid-Level Gift Officer, KUT/KUTX, Moody College of Communication Job at The Univ
The University of Texas at Austin, Campus, IL, United States, 60920
Overview
Job Posting Title: Mid-Level Gift Officer, KUT/KUTX, Moody College of Communication
Hiring Department: KUT Radio
Position Open To: All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
FLSA Status: Exempt
Earliest Start Date: Dec 01, 2025
Location: UT Main Campus
Position Duration: Expected to Continue
Salary Range: $72,000+ Annually
Job Details
KUT Public Media informs, connects and strengthens the Central Texas community through independent local, regional, national and international news, and transformative music and community storytelling. KUT Public Media is a voice of — and for — the Central Texas community. The Mid-Level Gift Officer is responsible for managing a portfolio of current and prospective mid-level members (defined as $750-$2,499), including cultivation, solicitation, stewardship and data analysis. Purpose: to expand donor capacity, engagement, and philanthropy, and to create opportunities for donors and prospects to engage with KUT and KUTX’s mission.
Responsibilities
Fundraising: Manage a tiered portfolio of 400-700 current and prospective mid-level members with planned touch points and timely solicitations, prioritizing donor retention and increased giving.
Develop relationships with prospective and current mid-level members via multiple channels (phone, email, personal mail, Zoom, and in-person meetings when appropriate); engage donors through stewardship and cultivation to increase support and meet revenue goals.
Donor Strategy and Stewardship: Maintain electronic documentation (tracking reports); provide regular fundraising and prospect management reports to KUT/KUTX management.
Contribute to donor communications including solicitations, stewardship, donor proposals, and grant applications; participate in development strategies and team meetings.
Monitor fundraising trends and participate in webinars, trainings, or conferences to identify effective new approaches.
General: Attend and participate in relevant KUT/KUTX events; work collaboratively with colleagues; perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Minimum of three years of fundraising/development experience in annual fund, mid-level, or major gifts, including at least one year of portfolio management experience
Experience identifying, qualifying, and cultivating prospective donors
Strong ability to prioritize, manage, and organize multiple projects with deadlines and budgets
Strategic and creative thinking; ability to work under pressure and manage multiple details
Collaborative team player with excellent written and verbal communication
Strong computer skills
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
More than the minimum required years of experience
Working knowledge of Allegiance Software and VIP donor databases
Extensive experience writing fundraising proposals to individuals, foundations, and other grantors
Public broadcasting experience
Working Conditions
May work around standard office conditions. Repetitive keyboard use. Occasional travel. Flexible work hours may be required, including evenings, some weekends, and holidays. Background check required for finalist(s).
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with contact information (at least one from a supervisor)
Letter of interest
Benefits
Competitive health benefits; optional Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance
Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
Retirement plans and voluntary retirement programs
Flexible spending accounts; tuition assistance; employee discounts
Free access to UT libraries and museums; free UT Shuttle and CapMetro rides
Equal Opportunity and Compliance
The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. It complies with all applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws and policies. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status. The university requires background checks for finalists and may require compliance with additional policies (Title IX, Clery Act). E-Verify is used for employment eligibility verification.