Senior Director of Development for the Red Steagall Institute - Texas Tech University

Major/Essential Functions

• Qualify, manage, and build meaningful relationships with potential donors to the  Red Steagall Institute for Traditional Western Arts whose philanthropic interests align with the National Ranching Heritage Center's and University's strategic vision.
• Collaborate closely with the NRHC team and external stakeholders to develop and implement strategic fundraising initiatives that align with the campaign's goals.
• Cultivate and steward relationships with high-level donors, ensuring ongoing engagement and investment in the RSI and NRHC mission and capital campaign.
• Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies, including identifying, researching, and soliciting prospective major donors.
• Adhere to procedures and best practices regarding documenting donor interactions, annual giving, donor engagement and stewardship, member relations, events, and gift processing.
• Oversee the planning and execution of donor events, meetings, and other activities designed to engage and recognize major gift donors.
• Monitor and report on fundraising progress, regularly updating the Executive Director, campaign leadership, and the Ranching Heritage Association board of directors.
• Proactively manage the RSI and NRHC fundraising budgets to ensure effective stewardship of those funds into impactful meetings, events, materials, presentations and travel.
• Lead and manage all major gift fundraising efforts, with a focus on securing seven-figure and higher contributions to support the National Ranching Heritage Center and the capital campaign for the Red Steagall Institute.
• Work with the NRHC team to create compelling fundraising materials and presentations that effectively communicate the vision and impact of the Red Steagall Institute and the NRHC at Texas Tech.

Grant Funded?

No

Minimum Hire Rate

6354.42

Pay Basis

Monthly

Schedule Details

Will include evenings and weekends as needed

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in nonprofit management, business administration, or a related field, or certification in fundraising (eg. CFRE).

Department

National Ranching Heritage Center

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Job Group

Development Professionals

Shift

Day

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree plus eight (8) years development or sales experience.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

About the Department and/or College

The National Ranching Heritage Center (NRHC) is an indoor/outdoor museum preserving and interpreting the history of ranching in North America. The NRHC is embarking on a capital campaign to design, build and endow the Red Steagall Institute for Traditional Western Arts. The Red Steagall Institute for Traditional Western Arts is a transformative project for the NRHC, TTU and the Western arts community. 

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.