University of Alabama

Development Associate Director - 530745

University of Alabama • $74K — $101K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 2+ years in development, fundraising, sales, or public relations; or a Master's degree with related experience.
  • Valid U.S. driver's license with a clean Motor Vehicle Report.
  • Strong public relations, oral and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient in standard software and word processing.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and cultivate major gift prospects for The University of Alabama.
  • Build and maintain relationships with individuals, corporations, and foundations.
  • Solicit donations to support academic and institutional priorities.
  • Steward relationships with major gift donors to enhance engagement.
  • Collaborate with the Office of Development and the Barefield College of Arts & Sciences.

Benefits

  • Regular full-time employment with eligibility for benefits.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Team-oriented work environment.
  • Contributions to academic initiatives that make a significant impact.
  • Engagement with a diverse community of stakeholders.
Full Job Description
Development Associate Director - 530745

Job no: 530745
Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Location: Tuscaloosa
Categories: Other, Director/Executive

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $74,900 - Midpoint: $101,100 (Salaried E12)

Department/Organization: 301105 - Development

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Summary: The Development Associate Director identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards major gift prospects for The University of Alabama. Works with individuals, corporations, and foundations in building relationships in support of academic and institutional priorities.

Additional Department Summary: The Development Associate Director dual reports to the Office of Development and the Barefield College of Arts & Sciences.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of development, fundraising, sales, communications and/or public relations experience; OR master's degree and some development, fundraising, sales, communications and/or public relations experience.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Skills and Knowledge: Good public relations, oral and written communications, excellent organizational skills, and excellent interpersonal skills required. Ability to use personal computer for word processing and standard software packages.

Preferred Qualifications: A minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising preferred.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Advertised: 30 Sep 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 14 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time

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