Director of Resource Development

A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For”. Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We Are Looking For

The Director of Resource Development serves in the Division of Athletics. The position will report to the Executive Director of the Bear Foundation for Baylor Athletics and serve as a gift officer with a primarily focus on leadership annual gifts.  

The Bear Foundation is the primary fundraising organization for Baylor Athletics and supports 500 plus student-athletes across all 19 intercollegiate sports. Our mission is to provide scholarship funds for Baylor's student-athletes and to support and promote the interest and welfare of Baylor Athletics.

The generosity of our Bear Foundation members helps offset the high cost of scholarships for Baylor student-athletes, along with many other costs associated with running an elite athletic program. From academics and athletic performance to spiritual growth and community involvement, your giving helps us in our mission of Preparing Champions for Life.

The department's ability to carry out the vision of Preparing Champions for Life hinges on a collective commitment to live by One Standard - to faithfully steward the authentic pursuit of competitive excellence through Christ. In upholding this standard, the department has committed to be in One Accord on six scripturally based operating principles and 18 associated core values.

A bachelor’s Degree and 3 or more years of experience is required.

The successful candidate will exhibit the following skills, abilities and other characteristics: 

• Relationship building.
• Communication
• Portfolio management.
• Donor discovery, qualification, and solicitation strategies.
• Annual fund operations.
• Premium seating.
• Microsoft excel, Paciolan ticket systems, and salesforce experience preferred.
• Quality customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to excel in a team setting.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What Will You Do

• Manage a portfolio of leadership annual giving donors ($10,000 ) with a goal to increase current donors and/or secure new donors
• Complete metrics centered around monthly visits, dollars and donors secured 
• Manage the courtesy car program by working with car dealerships, coaches and staff and managing the daily operations 
• Serve as the fundraising officer for multiple sport-specific excellence funds by working with coaches and staff to establish and execute an annual fundraising plan for each assigned sport 
• Collaborate with other gift officers in the management, allocation and sales of premium ticket areas for football, men’s basketball and women’s basketball
• Serve as a gameday contact for a designated premium area of McLane Stadium 
• Assist with fundraising operations as needed 
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance 

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds.  Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally.  If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!