Director of Development - College of Law

University of Nebraska Foundation • Lincoln, NE

9h • Hybrid

About The Position

The University of Nebraska Foundation is seeking a Director of Development for the College of Law. This role is crucial in building a robust community of philanthropic support for law students by partnering with College of Law leadership. The position involves building relationships with alumni, community leaders, and donors to align their philanthropy with the College of Law's goals. The Director will cultivate donor engagement through active participation in campus events and related responsibilities. A key aspect of the role is planning and implementing major gift fundraising strategies, including the identification, cultivation, and stewardship of donors, as well as strategizing complex and impactful gifts with a sophisticated donor base. The ideal candidate will be a relationally talented, intellectually curious, relationship-focused, self-motivated, and dynamic communicator who can make authentic connections and facilitate meaningful conversations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 1-3 years’ experience in a development, fundraising, sales, client-facing role or a related field.
• Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.
• Discretion in handling and navigating confidential matters.
• Candidates will also be evaluated on our core values of passion for mission, integrity, and teamwork.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or JD.
• An affinity with the College of Law or legal community.

Responsibilities

• Play a critical role in building a robust community of philanthropic support for law students by partnering with College of Law leadership.
• Build relationships with alumni, community leaders, and donors to align their philanthropy with the College of Law.
• Cultivate donor engagement by actively participating in campus events and fulfilling related responsibilities.
• Plan and implement major gift fundraising strategies including identification, cultivation, and stewardship of donors.
• Strategize complex and impactful gifts with a sophisticated, knowledgeable donor base.

Benefits

• Flexibility for hybrid work.
• Travel required.
• Mission-driven work that changes lives and saves lives.
• A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities for your career growth.
• An award-winning wellness program.
• 12 weeks of paid medical leave, including maternity and paternity leave.
• 12 paid holidays and generous vacation time.
• A generous retirement match and multiple incentive compensation programs.
• University of Nebraska tuition reimbursement for you and your dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level