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Director of Advancement The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. University Libraries The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) is seeking a Director of Advancement for the University Libraries. The Director of Advancement, reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor, will work with and solicit major gift donors to the University Libraries. This position will have oversight of the libraries’ annual fund goals and will be in charge of the Library Society Board as well as lead the donor recognition and stewardship efforts for the libraries which will include special events and mailings. This position will partner with all UTK development directors and annual giving officers to ensure a collaborative, strategy-driven approach to funding for the libraries, while helping increase annual giving and major donor support as a whole for the libraries and UTK. The Foundation is an interdependent nonprofit corporation that enriches the lives of the students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends of the University of Tennessee through alumni engagement, financial stewardship and private investments. The UT Knoxville Advancement team aspires to be a key driver in UT’s vision to be a top public research university, produce at the level of a top SEC fundraising program, and create a culture across campus that appreciates philanthropy and volunteerism. Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree is required in addition to a minimum of five or more years of experience in a position related to development such as sales, marketing, communications, volunteer management, nonprofit fundraising, alumni affairs and/or event planning. Two plus years of supervisory experience is preferred. A master’s degree is preferred. Experience in a higher education institution and event planning are also preferred. Skills: Strong written and oral communications, organizational skills, and relationship building skills are required. This position will require the ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities with time sensitive deadlines. This position will also require demonstrated accuracy and analytical skills. Must be able and willing to travel overnight as needed. A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required due to travel responsibilities of the position. UTFI reserves the right to consider all appropriate circumstances. In general, any significant driving offense less than 12 months old will eliminate the application from consideration for the position. The ideal candidate will be highly supportive of and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. To build a diverse workforce The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women. EEO/AA employer. In order to be considered for candidacy, please include a cover letter and resume in addition to completing the on-line profile. Applicants should complete the on-line profile in entirety to demonstrate the minimal education and experience required for this position. Incomplete profile information as it relates to the requirements listed will eliminate candidacy for this opportunity. Use keyword 2100000167 to apply to this position from the link below. https://hr.tennessee.edu/jobs/staff-positions/ The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the University of Tennessee Foundation’s legal duty to furnish information.