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University of Kentucky - Development Assistant III – Major Gifts Officer Requisition #SC531243

Founded in 1865 as a land-grant institution adjacent to downtown Lexington, UK is nestled in the scenic heart of the unique Bluegrass region of Kentucky. From its early beginnings, with only 190 students and 10 professors, UK's campus now covers more than 687 acres and is home to over 25,000 students and nearly 11,000 employees. Recently ranked as one of the safest, the most creative, and the brainiest cities in the nation, Lexington is an ideal location to experience the work-life balance that the University strives to provide to its employees. See for yourself what makes UK One Great Place to Work! The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Kentucky is seeking a critical member of its development team. The primary responsibility of this position is to identify, cultivate and solicit major gifts (over $100,000) from a targeted portion of the College's 40,000 plus alumni/donor base. The position also requires the creation and maintenance of a portfolio of 150 major gift prospects in varied stages of development. Additional responsibilities include planning and implementing stewardship activities to maintain and improve donor relations through timely written, telephone and personal contacts, interaction with University/College administrators and faculty to assist with fundraising planning, gift documentation, prospect information and research within the guidelines of the University's policies and procedures. Position requirements include Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of related work experience (or equivalent). Previous experience fund raising for a college of arts and sciences at a research university is highly desirable. Must demonstrate the ability to identify, research, cultivate, solicit and steward major gifts; must be a team player; excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are essential; in-state and out-of-state travel required. Prefer a Bachelor's degree and evidence of 5 years of successful development/fund raising activities, preferably in higher education. To apply for job #SC531243, a UK Online Application may be submitted at www.uky.edu/hr/ukjobs. If you have any questions, contact HR/ Employment, phone (859) 257-9555 press 2, or email ukjobs@email.uky.edu. Deadline to apply is 07/25/10. The University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from minorities and women.