**Job Description** For over 160 years, the University of Washington has been a hub for learning, innovation, problem solving and community building. Supporting this legacy and important public mission — with the goal of making the UW the world’s greatest public university, as measured by positive impact — guides everything we do in University Advancement (https://www.washington.edu/advancement/) . Bringing together development; alumni and stakeholder engagement; marketing and communications; and advancement operations, we advance the UW’s impact by developing meaningful connections that foster pride, advocacy and philanthropic support. This starts with creating a culture of belonging within our organization that values the diverse experiences and expertise of our team members, allowing everyone to thrive and to contribute their unique talents as we strive to achieve our shared goals. **The School of Law** **has an** **exciting** **opening** **for** **a** **n Assistant Dean for Development & External Relations** **. ** **This is a full-time permanent position.** The Assistant Dean for Development & External Relations provides strategic leadership for the School of Law’s advancement efforts, aligning fundraising and engagement initiatives with the School’s mission and strategic priorities. The role oversees programs that cultivate private philanthropy, strengthen relationships with key internal and external constituencies at the local, national and international levels, and promote volunteer involvement. In partnership with School leadership, the Assistant Dean supports philanthropic initiatives that advance student support, faculty recruitment and research and mission-driven community outreach. **What You Will Do** **:** **_Leadership and Team Management_** + Lead the School of Law’s Advancement and External Relations teamin close partnership and collaboration with the Dean of the School of Law as well as theAssistant Vice President, Schools & Colleges. + Provide strategic leadership and mentorship to the Advancement and External Relations team, fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture and guiding staff to achieve institutional fundraising and engagement goals. + Provide strategic, creative leadership for the Advancement and External Relations team, with oversight of day-to-day operations and budget. + Foster staff development and career enrichment through effective management, mentorship, and professional growth opportunities. + Collaborate with Centers, Institutes and Programs as well as other DirectorsandAssistant and Associate Deans within the School of Law to support all aspects of theSchoolincluding student support. **_Fundraising_** + Partner with the Dean to define and advance core fundraising priorities that align with the School of Law’s mission and strategic direction, while sustainably increasing private support. + Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects ($100,000+), cultivating strong relationships with key alumni and friends on behalf of the Dean and the School, while building a pipeline for sustainable growth. + Develop and implement cultivation and solicitation strategies for each assigned prospect based on established metrics. + Expand the School’s donor base through targeted engagement strategies. + Ensure fundraisers implement effective donor engagement strategies and adhere to UW Advancement protocols and metrics. + Asappropriateor necessary to serve theSchool'sprivate fundraising efforts, coordinate and oversee the Advancement and External Relations team’s interaction with volunteer committees and boards;e.g.the Alumni Leadership Council and its committees.Identify,recruitand train volunteers, and involve them in theSchool’sadvancement activities. + Cultivate and engage donors,alumniand key external stakeholders to secure philanthropic support and advance fundraising priorities. + Collaborate with Central Advancement to secure planned, major, corporate, foundation, and annual giving support to grow theSchool’sphilanthropic pipeline. + Prepare proposals, informational materials, endowment agreements, and other communications to support major gift solicitations. **_Strategy Development_** + As part of the University-wide Advancement planning process, and in concert with the Dean of the School of Law andAssistant Vice President, Schools & Colleges,establishboth long-term and short-term fundraising strategies for theSchool’soverall Advancement and External Relations activities.   + Guide and evaluatefundraising programs, major and principal giving strategies, assess progress toward goals and report regularly on results to the Dean andAssistantVicePresident, Schools & Colleges. + Facilitate and manage partnerships and shared resources with central advancement in support of programs and strategies for securing private support for theSchool. + Integrate and jointly coordinate marketing efforts with University Marketing and Communications and alumni engagement with Alumni and Stakeholder Engagement/UWAA. + Develop and execute communications strategies that advance theSchool'sprivate fundraising priorities with internal and external stakeholders. + Orchestrate campaign planning and execution aligned with the School of Law and University strategic plan. + Actively steward and build on the success of past campaigns to support future multi-million-dollar endeavors in future campaigns.  **_Other duties as assigned_** **Minimum** **Requirement** **s** **:**   A bachelor’s degree AND at least seven or more years experience in institutional development/advancement, with an emphasis on cultivating and soliciting major gifts. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. **What You Bring** **:** + Strong experience managing and developing staff and/or teams, with a demonstratedtrack recordas a successful fundraiser, preferably in a complex higher education setting, with management,budgetingand operational experience. + Knowledge of alumni and stakeholder engagement/development/marketing and communication principles. + Knowledge or familiarity with the legal field. + Ability to understand and articulate academic values within the legal profession and collaborate effectively with faculty, administrators, staff, students, judges, bar associations,alumniand donors. + Ability to coordinate and strengthen the work of a national volunteer fundraising group composed of senior leaders from the legal,businessand nonprofit sectors. + Ability to analyze data to make strategic decisions and measure outcomes.Ability toidentifyissues, propose solutions, and execute plans with meaningful results.Ability toinitiate,organizeand follow-up.  **What You Can Expect** **:** + This position requires a regular on-campus presence to support effective collaboration and engagement. + Ability to work evening and weekend hours, as necessary, on short or limited notice. + Frequent localandoccasionalinternationaltravelexpected. + Ability to lift 20 pounds regularly and up to 40 pounds occasionally for event setup and tear down. + During events (from setup to tear down) or on event days: + Ability tostand4 or more hours continuously. + Ability to walk 4 or more hours continuously. **Recruiting Instruction** **:** Please submit a cover letter that highlights your qualifications, directly relevant experience and interest in advancing the mission of the legal field through this role. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered. **\#** UWUAJOBS **Compensation, Benefits and Position Details** **Pay Range Minimum:** $170,004.00 annual **Pay Range Maximum:** $190,008.00 annual **Other Compensation:** - **Benefits:** For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/ **Shift:** First Shift (United States of America) **Temporary or Regular?** This is a regular position **FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):** 100.00% **Union/Bargaining Unit:** Not Applicable **About the UW** Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. **Our Commitment** The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 (https://policy.uw.edu/directory/po/executive-orders/eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/) . To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu . Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) . University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.