The George A. Smathers Libraries seeks a Director of Advancement/Senior Director of Advancement who will lead the planning and execution of a comprehensive philanthropy and external relations program for the George A. Smathers Libraries in coordination with the Dean of University Libraries. This position reports dually to the Dean of University Libraries and the Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Development.
The position leads a team of development professionals that work collaboratively with library deans, chairs, and librarians, as well as colleagues outside of the Libraries to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward philanthropic support for the Smathers Libraries initiatives and strategic priorities. The incumbent is responsible for overseeing and providing direction to the work of the advancement team in securing all private support, executing donor stewardship, development of public support groups, fundraising event coordination, and relations between the Libraries, its Library Leadership Board, and other groups of library donors, the University of Florida and the UF Advancement. The position is responsible for implementing a broad range of fundraising activities but will focus primarily on major gifts and leadership of the overall advancement program. Additionally, the position will attend strategic engagement events in support of Smathers Libraries fundraising goals.
The search will remain open until March 26, 2025, and applications will be reviewed as received. View the full description of the position and instructions on how to apply.
Address inquiries to Tina Marie Litchfield, Smathers Libraries Human Resources Office, at: tlitchfield@uflib.ufl.edu.
SALARY
$90,000 minimum salary at the Director of Advancement classification
$120,000 minimum salary at the Senior Director of Advancement classification
The Smathers Libraries offer a salary commensurate with experience and credentials.
The University of Florida offers a competitive benefits package including health, retirement, paid time off, discount programs, professional development and work-life support. Learn more.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Director of Advancement
Master’s degree in appropriate area of specialization and three years of appropriate experience in Development or a related field; or a bachelor’s degree in appropriate areas of specialization and five years of experience in Development or a related field. One year of supervisory experience.
Senior Director of Advancement
Master’s degree in appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience or a bachelor’s degree in appropriate areas of specialization and eight years of experience.