University of Utah seeks a dynamic, collaborative fundraising professional to serve as the Director of Advancement (DOA) to seek philanthropic support for the identified priorities of the College of Architecture + Planning (CA+P). This essential and highly visible position will manage relationships with a portfolio of donors with the capacity to make five and six-figure gifts. The DOA will build philanthropic support by engaging and involving alumni and other individuals, faculty, administrators, foundations, and corporations. The DOA will articulate and execute an annual advancement work plan focused on best practices, including goals, metrics, and philanthropic priorities, leading to the procurement ofprivate support for CA+P. The DOA will work closely with the Dean of CA+P Deans Council. In addition, the DOA will work with the directors of annual giving, legacy giving, principal gifts, corporate and foundation relations, donor relations and prospect research in University of Utah Advancement to build and implement effective strategies and collaborative partnerships that will lead to long-term relationships and significant gift support from prospective benefactors.This position will report jointly to/through senior leadership in University Advancement for the main campus, and to the Dean of CA+P.Please submit a resume and cover letter.A generous benefits package is included (see here for a full description of the benefits package): 14.2% employer retirement contribution in addition to employee contributions (automatic and immediately vested) Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA) 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each month Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care through the University of Utah health system. Tuition reduction for employees and family members Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA/FSA savings plans are available. Free public transportation pass (see here for more information)