Overview
The Senior Relationship Manager plays a pivotal role in advancing UAF’s mission by securing major gifts of $25,000+ from individuals, corporations, foundations, and organizations. Working as part of the central development team, this position supports fundraising efforts across colleges, schools, institutes, and programs, while championing the Chancellor’s initiatives in academics, scholarships and fellowships, facilities, and campus enhancements.
Responsibilities
Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors, ensuring ongoing engagement and satisfaction.
Collaborate closely with executive leadership, community partners, and the UA Foundation to maximize philanthropic support.
Contribute to events, donor engagement strategies, and stewardship activities to strengthen UAF’s advancement culture.
Participate in professional development and civic organizations to expand networks and strengthen community ties.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, business, public administration, or a related field.
Four years of experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Minimum of 4 years in successful relationship building, public relations, fundraiser activities, or similar experience.
Position Details Full‑time, exempt staff position with a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. Remote (within Alaska), hybrid, or on‑campus work arrangements are fully considered in accordance with UA regulations. Benefits include retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and medical, dental, and vision coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 81, based on education and experience.
Application Process Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. Search and selection procedures will close after a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified.
Contact Bridget Thimsen, Signers' Business Office –
bmthimsen@alaska.edu
Eligibility
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Those requiring visa sponsorship are not eligible.
Additional Requirements
Complete a background check; employment is contingent upon clearance.
Application for employment is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
EEO Statement The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. UA is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.
https://www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination
About the University of Alaska University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. Personnel are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism during all university business.
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Responsibilities
Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors, ensuring ongoing engagement and satisfaction.
Collaborate closely with executive leadership, community partners, and the UA Foundation to maximize philanthropic support.
Contribute to events, donor engagement strategies, and stewardship activities to strengthen UAF’s advancement culture.
Participate in professional development and civic organizations to expand networks and strengthen community ties.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, business, public administration, or a related field.
Four years of experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Minimum of 4 years in successful relationship building, public relations, fundraiser activities, or similar experience.
Position Details Full‑time, exempt staff position with a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. Remote (within Alaska), hybrid, or on‑campus work arrangements are fully considered in accordance with UA regulations. Benefits include retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and medical, dental, and vision coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 81, based on education and experience.
Application Process Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. Search and selection procedures will close after a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified.
Contact Bridget Thimsen, Signers' Business Office –
bmthimsen@alaska.edu
Eligibility
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Those requiring visa sponsorship are not eligible.
Additional Requirements
Complete a background check; employment is contingent upon clearance.
Application for employment is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
EEO Statement The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. UA is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.
https://www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination
About the University of Alaska University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. Personnel are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism during all university business.
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