Assistant Director of Development

Assistant Director of Development

UNC University Libraries Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Area

The University Library at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a team-oriented and enthusiastic Assistant Director of Development to join our staff. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Assistant Director of Development will be an integral member of the Library Development team in the University Library. The Assistant Director of Development will be responsible for developing and executing a leadership annual and major gift fundraising strategy to support the mission of the University Library. In this role, the Assistant Director of Development will work collaboratively to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward leadership and major gift prospects. The Assistant Director of Development will assist in the development and execution of a strategic solicitation plan to meet fundraising goals. This position will cultivate and maintain relationships with prospective donors through in-person, virtual, and phone meetings, with a focus on securing donations and commitments of $5,000 or more and completing at least 150 face-to-face donor visits annually. Key responsibilities for this role include managing a portfolio of alumni, faculty, staff, and library supporters. The role emphasizes relationship-building and securing contributions through ongoing, personalized engagement. The Assistant Director of Development will also collaborate with the University Development Office and other teams to foster long-term donor relationships and support key fundraising initiatives for university projects and campaigns. Additionally, the position involves partnering with the Chief Development Officer to develop fundraising strategies and plans in alignment with the Library's goals and the comprehensive capital campaign at Carolina.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The University and The Library The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the country's oldest state university. UNC Chapel Hill has an enrollment of approximately 29,000 students, employs more than 3,500 members of the faculty, and offers 69 doctoral degrees as well as professional degrees in medicine, social work, information science, and law. The University Library aspires to be an intellectual and creative partner in the mission of the University, the success of every Tar Heel, and the vitality of our state. The largest academic research library in the southeastern United States, the University Library at UNC-Chapel Hill includes eight library locations, 10 million volumes, over 250 employees, and more than 180 student workers and hosts 2 million visitors annually. The University Library serves campus and broader communities that reflect the socioeconomic, ethnic, and religious diversity of the state of North Carolina, and we maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and open educational and workplace climate for all. We strive to create an environment of respect and collaboration where vision and innovation can flourish.

Required Qualifications, Competencies & Experience

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree required (or foreign equivalent) with related experience.
• Minimum 1 year professional-level, direct solicitation/fundraising experience
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, and the ability to articulate persuasive messages effectively in writing and verbal presentations.
• Proficiency in computer databases and word processing software.
• Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends, as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to interact effectively in a comprehensive research university setting
• Familiarity with the University's academic and administrative offices and their functions; knowledge of and ability to tap resources within the University community.

Salary & Benefits This is an at-will appointment. Standard state benefits include annual leave, sick leave, and State or optional retirement. The salary range for the Assistant Director of Development position begins at $47,379. The University Library intends to hire at a minimum of $80,000, with a salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

How to Apply Please visit and complete the online application. Please include a resume of relevant experience, a cover letter highlighting your interest in this position and Carolina's libraries, and the names, titles, and contact information for three professional references. Additionally, please indicate in your cover letter where you first learned of this position.

Review of applications will begin upon receipt. The position will close on May 13, 2026. The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.