Assistant Director of Donor Relations

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. Staff members are encouraged to take an active role to engage in the institution's efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion throughout the workplace. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Normal office hours are Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., but occasional evening, and weekend work is required to be successful in this position. Office hours may be adjusted to meet the working schedule of this position.

The Assistant Director of Donor Relations will design and execute consistent, creative, and high-quality experiences for the University's donors that enrich and strengthen the donors' relationship with the University.

Primary responsibilities include:

Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of experience in an advancement or fundraising office. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. One to three years of work related experience involving direct contact with donors.

Master's degree preferred. Will also consider a Bachelor's degree and equivalent experience with donor relations. The preferred candidate will have at least three years or more of increasingly responsible experience in University Advancement or Alumni work in units such as or similar to Donor relations or Alumni Relations. Prior experience in a higher education Advancement office is not required but would be a plus.

Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. ( EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.