Associate Director of Development

Job Description Essential Functions (Responsibilities): • Develops an annual solicitation strategy for a defined portfolio of donors and prospects • Actively manages a local, regional and national portfolio of around 100 individual, corporate and foundation prospects • Designs, implements, and manages a comprehensive, proactive development plan focused on expanding and enhancing individual, corporate and foundation relationships by directing and coordinating activities related to obtaining broader levels of support • Maintains a minimum of five visits per week with portfolio prospects • Manages expanding corporate fundraising program, identifying and soliciting new prospects; works with staff on related cultivation and stewardship activities • As directed by supervisor, performs significant grant writing and proposal development (including budget development) and manages stewardship reports • Researches new funding possibilities from individuals, corporations, foundations, government and other grant making entities • Supports and assists the Senior Director of Development in the execution of the museum's fundraising priorities and campaigns • In consultation with the Senior Director of Development and the Executive Director & CEO, formulates and implements annual and long-range strategies associated with the museum's strategic plan • As directed, provides assistance to members of the Gilcrease Advisory Council involved in fundraising activities • Performs other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: Knowledge/Skill/Ability Equivalent Education/Experience • Strong interpersonal and communication (written/verbal) skills • Proven managerial and leadership skills • Ability to work independently and within a team environment • Ability to handle multiple tasks and swiftly identify and solve problems • Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to assess complex information • Strong writing and critical thinking skills • Flexible, outgoing and energetic • Familiarity with museum/arts fundraising activities; enthusiasm for the arts • Proficient in PC or Mac software applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook • Bachelor's Degree in in Arts Management, Communication, Business, Marketing or a related field • Proven experience with planned giving vehicles • Higher education fundraising practices Special Job Dimensions: Liaisons and coordinates with other museum departments as needed and ability to work nights and weekends as required. Note: The essential job functions and associated qualifications contained in this document describe the general nature and level of the work performed. They are not intended to represent an exhaustive listing or be inclusive of all aspects of the job. The tasks and procedures involved in the performance of the essential job functions may vary from day-to-day. Major changes in areas of responsibility may occur, as directed by management, and will require revision of this job description. About Us The University of Tulsa is a student-centered research university that cultivates interconnected learning experiences to explore complex ideas and create new knowledge in a spirit of free inquiry. Guided by our commitment to service and inclusion, we prepare individuals to make meaningful contributions to our campus, our community, and our world. The University endeavors to create and nurture an informed and inclusive environment in its workplace and educational programs. Affirmative action and equal employment opportunity are integral parts of the University not just because they are legally mandated, but because we recognize that the present and future strength of the university is based primarily on people and their skills, experience, and potential. The University does not discriminate in access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, ancestry, or marital status. The University seeks to recruit, select, and promote students, faculty, and all other employees on the basis of individual merit.