Fund Development Specialists

Department: 00018 - Utah Museum of Natl Hist Oper Responsibilities: - Research and identify annual and major gift prospects, and make direct solicitations to individuals and corporations on behalf of the Museum. - Work with colleagues to establish a portfolio of approximately 75 annual and major gift prospects and develop plans for each. - Work with other members of the Museum’s philanthropy team to develop comprehensive fundraising strategies that take into account the varied interests of the donor and the Museum’s goals. - Track progress towards solicitations through established key performance indicators, including University-wide advancement metrics. - Prepare major gift prospect strategies for comprehensive fund-raising campaigns by developing specific plans for individual donors. - Prepare and deliver individual proposals to solicit contributions. - Record interactions, asks, responses, and outcomes. - Collaborate closely with departments across the Museum and at the University’s Advancement Office to ensure a positive donor experience. - Work with colleagues at the Museum to ensure timely delivery of reports, stewardship items, pledge reminders, and more. - Work with members of the Museum’s Philanthropy Team to implement a wide range of special initiatives designed to foster deeper engagement for NHMU donors, including tours of the Museum and other unique experiences. - Assist with the execution of Philanthropy Department events including, special exhibition openings, NHMU’s annual Gala, and more. - Given the nature of this position, the successful candidate is expected to work primarily onsite at the Natural History Museum of Utah and with donors in the community. Job Summary: The Natural History Museum of Utah seeks an Individual and Corporate Giving Coordinator to help advance the Museum’s diverse fundraising initiatives. The successful candidate will play a critical role in advancing the Museum’s mission by identifying, cultivating, and securing significant philanthropic support from a variety of individuals and corporate partners. This position involves developing personalized engagement strategies, building and maintaining strong relationships with current and prospective major donors, and working closely with the Museum’s philanthropy and leadership teams to secure funding for key initiatives, exhibitions, and programs. Minimum Qualifications: EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience). Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels: Fund Development Specialists, II: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience. 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 possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education. 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…