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Assistant Director of Development
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Join to apply for the Assistant Director of Development role at Newman Center for the Performing Arts The Assistant Director of Development for the Newman Center for the Performing Arts is a frontline fundraising professional responsible for driving philanthropic revenue through leadership annual giving (LAG) while actively qualifying prospects for the major gifts (MG) pipeline. Reporting to the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Development and Alumni Engagement and embedded within the Newman Center, this position manages a portfolio of donors and prospects capable of making gifts of $1,000–$49,999. The primary focus of the role is direct solicitation of LAG gifts and strategic identification and qualification of prospects with major gift capacity. This position will also lead annual giving campaigns, donor recognition programs, and targeted stewardship efforts for the Newman Center with a focus on converting ticket buyers and subscribers to donors and retaining donors at the LAG level. In close collaboration with Newman Center leadership and DU Advancement partners, the Assistant Director will help communicate the Newman Center’s philanthropic priorities to donors and prospects. Success will be measured by leadership annual gifts secured, prospects qualified for major gifts, donor engagement outcomes, and contributions to a collaborative and mission-centered culture. Essential Functions Direct Fundraising and Portfolio Management Manage a portfolio of LAG prospects capable of making gifts of $1,000-$49,999. Conduct outreach to assigned prospects using multichannel strategies (email, phone, personal visits, digital engagement, events) with a goal of soliciting annual and multi-year commitments. Partner closely with the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Development, Executive Director of the Newman Center, and other campus partners to identify philanthropic opportunities aligned with institutional goals. Assist in identifying and qualifying prospects for major gifts and partner with Newman Center and Advancement leadership to cultivate and solicit qualified major gift prospects. Annual Giving and Stewardship Manage Newman Center annual giving strategy and implementation through targeted direct mail and digital fundraising campaigns in partnership with DU’s central annual giving team. Leverage annual giving program to acquire new donors including ticket buyers and subscribers and retain donors within unit LAG gift bands. Oversee the strategy and execution of Newman Center Giving Circle courtesies and recognition including Rose Club events, VIP and special access events, and recognition in event programs. Partner with donor relations and the Newman Center team to ensure proper acknowledgement of donors and develop donor stewardship reports for programs as well as individual donors. Operational Excellence Maintain accurate and timely documentation of donor interactions and contact reports in the CRM system. Manage projects and initiatives in alignment with university policies and advancement best practices. University Citizenship Serve as an active and collaborative partner to all DU Advancement partners including central development, operations teams, and peer fundraisers. Partner with campus and Newman Center colleagues to foster strategic, effective, and collaborative fundraising practices. Contribute to team success and model “One DU” leadership. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Possess basic understanding of fundraising principles and donor engagement Build rapport with entry- to mid-level donors Write donor correspondence and mass solicitations Adjust to shifting priorities and feedback. Apply sound judgment when making decisions and considering the impact on donors, colleagues, and institutional priorities. Work closely with supervisor to devise effective strategies for portfolio outreach and prospect management Understand institutional mission and programs Coordinate annual giving campaigns or events Analyze data effectively for mass solicitations and use research to prepare for internal/external meetings Work effectively with internal and external constituents. Collaborate effectively with other Advancement teams. Act as a team and Advancement ambassador. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience (Veterans with equivalent combination of military certification/education and experience may substitute for this qualification). 3 years of professional experience including at least one year of donor, constituent relations, relationship-based sales experience. Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated experience closing annual gifts (up to $5,000) Fundraising experience in higher education, arts organizations, or similarly complex non-profit environment Standard office environment Noise level is quiet to moderate Regular nights and weekend event attendance Eligible for hybrid work Physical Activities Ability to use a computer for an extended period Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs. with assistance Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; regular night and weekend event attendance Application Deadline For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) December 12, 2025. Special Instructions Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Salary Grade Number The salary grade for the position is 10. Salary Range The salary range for this position is $62,000 - $72,000. Please include the following documents with your application: Resume The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver’s Non‑Discrimination Statement. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr
