The University of Texas at Arlington is hiring a Director of Corporate Relations. The role involves developing and executing strategies to establish and sustain long-term partnerships with corporate entities, enhancing fundraising, and managing a portfolio of top corporations. The director will engage directly with corporate representatives, draft proposals, and collaborate with internal university stakeholders to support strategic corporate fundraising and partnership initiatives.
Highlights
Manage relationships with top 25 corporations to boost philanthropy and university initiatives.
Meet corporate representatives and develop strategies for high-level fundraising support.
Draft proposals, research profiles, and manage grant submissions.
Collaborate with university leadership and internal teams for fundraising strategies.
Maintain corporate donor relationships and ensure stewardship compliance.
Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant professional experience.
Knowledge of fundraising database software, particularly Raiser’s Edge.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number | S06200P Position Title | Director of Corporate Relations Department | VP Development Location | Arlington Job Family | Executive/Administration Position Status | Full-time Work Hours | Standard Work Schedule | Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm. Open to | External and Internal Salary | Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience. Duration | Funding expected to continue Pay Basis | Monthly Benefits Eligible | Yes Benefits at UTA | We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University. https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link: https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php Job Summary | The Director of Corporate Relations is a key role within the university that will develop and implement strategies that build and maintain long-term relationships with corporate entities. This role aims to enhance fundraising, partnerships, and engagement that aligns with the university’s overall goals and strategic vision, in conjunction with the Development and Alumni Relations team of the University. This includes effectively managing a multifaceted portfolio of top corporations and corporate foundations, regularly meeting with corporate representatives, developing and submitting written proposals, and facilitating other engagement opportunities. The Director of Corporate Relations serves as a frontline engagement officer and fundraiser with demonstrated experience working at the university level. This position reports to the Assistant Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and collaborates with other team members throughout the university. Essential Duties and Responsibilities | Manage a portfolio of multiple corporations and organizations, with a focus on the top 25 – that includes building new relationships and maintaining existing relationships to increase philanthropy, internships, research support, and engagement to advance University priorities and initiatives. Meet established annual metrics by meeting with corporate representatives (in person, by phone, and/or by virtual means), assisting in developing and communicating professionally written proposals to corporate and foundation representatives that further create opportunities for synergy and collaborative partnerships. Focus on raising support at the six- and seven-figure levels for campus priorities. Identify new corporate prospects, develop and implement successful cultivation and solicitation strategies for corporate constituents. Participate in the implementation and management of a comprehensive development plan focused on expanding and enhancing the overall corporate relationships for philanthropy within the university. Draft reports, develop research profiles, and prepare proposals and grant submissions for companies and organizations. Design and implement strategic and operational plans to build and manage corporate philanthropic relationships. Provide effective coordination of activities such as campus visits, site visits, travel to relevant sites, and presentations or proposals. Work closely with the Assistant Vice President to develop fundraising and engagement strategies for top corporate entities to accomplish the goals of the University. Identify, assess, prepare, and present solicitation proposals to existing and potential corporate supporters. Prepare briefings and gather essential background materials for University leadership. Collaborate with deans, faculty, center directors, and other administrators to advance funding priorities for various academic programs and provide development support for corporate fundraising opportunities in conjunction with development officers and other university personnel. Work closely with internal partners to identify key fundraising objectives and priorities and develop an effective fundraising strategy. Ensure that corporate donors are stewarded for their gifts and maintain strong relationships. Work with the Prospect Management and Research team to identify prospective corporate donors and perform regular portfolio maintenance. Maintain internal relationships to meet reporting, compliance and stewardship guidelines for corporate funders. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree with five (5) years of professional experience in a development office for corporate and foundation fundraising or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in a similar role. Experience needed to interact with high-level management in the corporate sector. Preferred Qualifications | Five (5) years or more of professional experience in frontline fundraising. Experience working in a corporation or business, with internal knowledge of how companies operate. Experience in a development/fundraising, university, or nonprofit environment. Experience in Raiser’s Edge or other fundraising databases. Knowledge and familiarity with research techniques for fundraising, prospect research, and experience with online grant submission. Experience working with corporations to solicit funding. Experience in researching funding opportunities. Experience in writing and submitting proposals. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Possesses a high degree of professionalism and customer service. Strong organizational skills and ability to set and meet appropriate deadlines. Detail-oriented with high attention to follow through. Proficiency with Microsoft tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, and TEAMs). Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills. The ability to embrace a commitment to the University’s mission and values. Must be comfortable with travel and regular participation at events and activities. The ability to work in a program that emphasizes measurable objectives, including productivity metrics for corporate fundraising activities and dollars raised. A successful track record in soliciting and securing major gifts and meeting goals. Knowledge of qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies, particularly in the area of corporate fundraising techniques. Demonstrated experience in managing business relationships in a role such as an account manager or corporate relations officer. Ability to gather, research, understand, and synthesize information from a variety of sources, and the ability to interact with faculty and staff members across a complex university environment to develop high-quality proposals. Other Requirements | Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed to meet donors or otherwise represent the University. Use of a personal vehicle for work-related local travel. Working Conditions | Special Conditions for Eligibility | CBC Requirement | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University. EEO Statement | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy. University Information | The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact. ADA Accommodations | The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1 Open Until Filled | Minimum Number of References Required | 3 Maximum Number of References Accepted | 3 Special Instructions to Applicants | Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* What is your skill level using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)?
No skills/Basic
Intermediate
Advanced
Proficient
* What is the highest level of education attained?
GED
High School Diploma
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
PhD or equivalent
* How many years of experience do you have using donor database management system or related software?
2 to 3 years
4 to 5 years
6 or more years
* How many years of experience do you have in soliciting and securing major gifts and/or corporate sponsorships?
3 to 4 years
5 to 6 years
7 or more years
* How many years do you have of professional experience in corporate fundraising or closely related field?
3 to 4 years
5 to 6 years
7 or more years
* How many years of experience do you have in using measurable objectives, including productive metrics, to track corporate fundraising activities and dollars raised?
3 to 4 years
5 to 6 years
7 or more years
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume or CV
Cover/Interest Letter
Optional Documents
References (Additional)
OFFICE OF TALENT, CULTURE AND ENGAGEMENT J.D. Wetsel Service Center 1225 W. Mitchell Road Arlington, TX 76019
