Director of Development – Advancement Office
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University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College · University of Arkansas
Posted Oct 31, 2026
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Closing Date: 01/31/2027 Type of Position: Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration Workstudy Position: No Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College at North Little Rock is an integral part of the Arkansas Technical and Community College System maintained by the State of Arkansas. The college is governed by the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees and a seven-member Board of Visitors and derives its support largely from student tuition and fees and legislative appropriations. UA - Pulaski Tech, a comprehensive two-year college, offers associate degree and certificate programs for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities and/or for career preparation and advancement. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at (501) 812-2839. Department: Advancement - Finance Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: Working in collaboration with the Vice Chancellor of Advancement/Executive Director of the UA - Pulaski Technical College Foundation, the Director of Development will have an integral role in developing and carrying out fundraising, stewardship and engagement efforts of the Advancement Office. The successful candidate is responsible for maximizing philanthropic support through donor engagement, solicitation, stewardship and relationship building. General Responsibilities: • Manage a portfolio of up to 25-30 donors, including corporate, foundation and individual supporters. • Manage and lead logistics of UA-PTC Foundation events including Diamond Chef Arkansas, Annual Scholarship Luncheon and UA-PTC Golf Tournament. • Develop a UA-PTC Giving Day opportunity. • Responsible for Campus Campaign Giving Program, including marketing materials development. • Research, write and submit funding and sponsorship proposals to private foundations, corporations and individuals. • Prepare printed materials, including presentations, solicitation materials, communications for donor letters, e-newsletters, social media, messaging and other marketing collateral. • Conduct direct, in-person meetings with donors and potential donors on a monthly basis • Acknowledge and steward donors through invitations to campus events, sharing of update reports and other strategies to grow donor relationships. • Serve as the liaison, along with VC of Advancement, with New Growth for writing state and federal grants • Collaborate with Advancement staff/UAPTC Leadership to develop collateral materials for comprehensive campaign. Other Functions: 1. Supports all Advancement projects and plans. 2. Serves on College committees as an Advancement representative. 3. Represents UA-PTC Foundation and participates in external events, committees, system-wide planning/coordination and special projects as directed. 4. Performs other job-related duties and special projects as assigned. Qualifications: Required Qualifications: Bachelors Degree Three years professional experience working with external audiences or in sales/business development. Preferred Qualifications: Fundraising background is preferred. A bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism or related field and three years of development and fundraising responsibilities, including special events and grant writing. The successful candidate will have exemplary command of written language across print, digital and multimedia platforms with an eye for accuracy, detail and proofing. Must be technologically savvy with the ability to work with digital platforms like Constant Contact, Donor Perfect and GiveSmart software. Demonstrated success fostering productive external relationships and working with Boards, donors, alumni, volunteers, community partners and vendors. Able to develop and work within project budgets. Must have strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills. Experience with Microsoft Office, donor management databases or other advancement information systems. Qualification Equivalencies: Additional Information: Salary Information: $76,976 Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s) Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants Recruitment Contact Information: Human Resources All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College is committed to providing a safe campus community. Title IX protects the college community from sexual harassment in a school's education programs and activities. This means that Title IX protects the college community in connection with all academic, educational, extracurricular, athletic, and other programs of the school, whether those programs take place in a school's facilities, in college transportation, at a class or training program sponsored by the school at another location, or elsewhere. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Standing, Talking, Walking Frequent Physical Activity: Grasping, Hearing, Reaching Occasional Physical Activity: Kneeling, Repetitive Motion Benefits Eligible: Yes