Details

Open Date 07/29/2024

Requisition Number PRN39371B

Job Title Assoc Director, Dev/Social Svc

Working Title Associate Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations

Job Grade F

FLSA Code Executive

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

VP Area President

Department 00289 - Development

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $80,000 - $85,000

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Job Summary

The Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations ( CFR ) builds collaborations between national

organizations and the University of Utah, including its hospitals, clinics, and colleges. We are

committed to advancing the U’s teaching, research, patient care, and community outreach––all in

conjunction with our corporate and foundation partners.

The Associate Director will lead continued funding growth for a wide range of research and program initiatives by working collaboratively with faculty and staff to monitor, strategize about, apply for, and report on grants and gifts. Housed within Advancement (with headquarters on lower campus), you will join a team of three CFR staff and a larger office of fundraising professionals. You will also work closely with leaders from across the university and U Health.

The work requires a deft approach, informed by an understanding of academia, foundation policies

and practices, research regulations, philanthropic trends, and budgeting. The ideal candidate will

also write well, get along with academics, and show interest in the goals of our internal and

external partners.

One day you may meet with a dean to plan a new initiative, and the next you may edit proposals and send emails about upcoming opportunities. In all cases, you will play a critical role in building

the U’s research capabilities. Our office is data driven and passionate about the university’s

impact on students, science, and society at large.

Benefits

• Academic environment that reflects the highest standards of scholarship and professional practice

• Comprehensive benefits, including tuition reduction, health care, and a 14.2% contribution to

your retirement plan

• Professional development opportunities to expand your skills and grow your career

• World class healthcare facilities, including University Hospital, Huntsman Cancer Hospital and

Institute, Brain Institute, John A. Moran Eye Center and Community Clinics

• Top ranked teaching and research institution

• Wellness program to promote health and quality of life

• Beautiful location on the foothills of the Wasatch mountain range minutes from many of the

world’s best ski resorts and outdoor recreation facilities and locations

• Variety of cultural events

• Family friendly work-life balance

• Broad variety of exceptional athletic programs, which have earned numerous national championships

and conference team championships

• One of the largest employers in the State of Utah and routinely ranked among its best

• Free UTA TRAX / Bus pass for all employees

• Reward and Recognition program

• Convenient location close to downtown Salt Lake City

• Quality environment committed to treating all members of the university community in

an equitable and fair manner

Responsibilities

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

• Assist faculty, colleagues, and university grant-seekers in identifying corporate and foundation

funding sources and provide assistance through the proposal process

• Support co-identified thematic areas that will generate foundation support across academic

disciplines

• Serve as university lead for high-level foundation relationships, while also identifying and

cultivating new foundation prospects

• Maintain a portfolio of foundations and campus / U Health areas; develop expertise to facilitate

communications between them

• Develop a broad and deep understanding of current fundraising priorities across campus, as outlined

by the President, CEO of U Health, Vice President for Research, and Academic and Research Deans

• Assist with limited submission opportunities (where the university is only allowed to submit a

single proposal and must select from among qualified researchers)

• Work with faculty and fundraising colleagues across campus to develop effective fundraising strategies that translate into successful foundation proposals

• Write, edit and submit letters of intent and full proposals, as the primary author and in a teamenvironment

• Work with a variety of U offices to ensure proper handling of proposals, grants and reports

• Identify and secure meetings for university leadership and faculty with foundation executives

• Document results of all substantive contacts with foundations

• Monitor RFPs, grand challenges, corporate giving, and other philanthropic trends to identify new funding sources; communicate them to the relevant faculty and staff

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of

all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned

to the job.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration, a related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required; plus six years of progressively more responsible management experience; and demonstrated leadership, human relations and effective communication skills also required. Master’s degree in Business Administration or related area preferred. This position is not responsible for providing patient care. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in fundraising, research development, and/or university management

• Master’s degree strongly preferred––PhD and scientific literacy valued

• Candidates who have the communication skills and abilities to maximize effective collaboration with a broad and varied community of campus and external colleagues

Preferences

Type Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

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