The University of Texas at Austin Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is committed to inspiring the conservationand cultivationof native plants through its gardens andprograms.The Wildflower Center is the state botanic garden of Texas, a treasured Austin gem, and a national leader in the field of native plant education,gardening,sustainable landscapes, land restoration, plantconservationand research. It is home to the largest living collection of Texas native plants, welcomes 300,000 visitors annually, has over 18,000 memberhouseholdsand reaches more than 2 million peopleper year through its popular nativeplant database. The Centerenvisions thriving, native plant landscapes everywhere that nurture wildlife, uplift communities, and ensure ecological resilience for generations.

Wildflower Center staffare University of Texas atAustinemployees receiving all associated benefits as well as anannual membershipto the Center, discounts on Center classes, access to Wildflower Center events, and discounts at theShop and Gallery. An inspiring,collaborativeand beautiful work environment with outstanding coworkers awaits you.

The Senior Director of Development serves as the chief fundraising officer for the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center andis responsible forthe strategic direction, management, and execution of a comprehensive development program in alignment with the Wildflower Center9s advancement priorities. This position plays a key leadership role in the planning and execution of a majorcapital campaign, with responsibility for securing significant philanthropic support through major and principal gifts.

• Provide strategic leadership for the Wildflower Center9scomprehensive development program, including major gifts, principal gifts, annual giving, corporate and foundation relations, and planned giving.

• Lead the execution of a capital campaign, including campaign strategy, case development, prospect identification, and volunteer leadership engagement.

• Manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors and prospects;personally cultivate,solicit, and steward gifts at the $1M+ level.

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate development staff,establishingperformance expectations and fostering a collaborative, high-performingteamculture.

• Work closely with advisory council members, campaign volunteers, and university advancement leadership tostrengthen philanthropic engagement and expand the donor pipeline.

• Collaborate with Wildflower Center team members to developcompelling funding opportunities and case statementsaligned with strategic initiatives and capital priorities.

• Ensureaccuratetracking, reporting, and forecasting of fundraising activity using university and Wildflower Center systems;monitorand report progress toward annual and campaign goals.

• Represent the Wildflower Center in university-wide advancement initiatives and external stakeholder engagements.

• Other responsibilities/functions as assigned.

• Bachelor9s degree andsignificant experiencein frontline fundraising, preferably in a higher education or complex nonprofit environment.

• Demonstrated success insecuring major and principal gifts, including multiple commitments at or above the $1M level.

• Proven experienceleading or playing a senior role in a capital campaign, including strategy, donor engagement, and gift closure.

• Demonstrated ability to execute successful full-cycle donor strategy.

• Experience managing and developing professional staff within aresults-oriented fundraising program.

• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability toengage and influence high-level donors and stakeholders.

• Ability to think strategically while executing tactically in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment.

• Ability work well under pressure.

• Project management skills.

• Capable of working independently, while also engaging in collaboration between teams.

• Ability to travel frequently to visit prospects and donors.

• Ability to use discretion and maintain integrity and professionalism.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

• Advanced degree.

• Experience within a public research university or similarly complex institutional advancement structure.

• Familiarity with botanic gardens or similar conservation, environmental, or mission-driven organizations.

• Campaign experience and experience with fundraising in an academic and/or non-profit environment.

• Experience with VIP or other similar CRM.

• Knowledge of UT Austin policies and procedures.

This job requires a class C operator9s driver9s license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver9s license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

OPEN, Commensurate with experience and consistent with university guidelines.

• Standard office environment

• Regular travel throughout Texas and the U.S. and evening/weekend workrequiredto meet with donors and support events.

• This position is based in Austin, Texas.

• Must be eligible to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.

• May work in extreme temperatures for outdoor events.

• May stand for extended periods of time.

• Flexible schedule to meet work related goals.

• Evenings, weekends and holidays when required for mission related events.

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.

• Letter of interest

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded.Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.