Development Officer
Job Summary
Reporting to the Lead Advancement Officer, this role at the J.
Willard Marriott Library is responsible for helping manage many of
our day-to-day fundraising operations. This role manages donor
engagement events, volunteer boards, annual giving, and donor
stewardship. This role is also critical in supporting the Lead
Advancement Officer's major gift work by helping identify and
maintain a pool of prospective donors. The successful candidate
will help assess program needs, develop case statements, identify
and cultivate prospects, and manage giving campaigns. The Marriott
Library is recognized as one of the most visited, trusted, and
accessible places on campus, both in person and online. Our
technologically advanced spaces serve as hubs for innovation and
skill development and cater to the community's evolving needs. We
take pride in housing distinctive programs that enrich the academic
landscape and contribute to the scholarly discourse, such as the
Book
Arts Program, the
University of Utah
Press, and our Special Collections. This role will
play a critical part in supporting the Library's continued
success.
This position is currently designed as a hybrid of on-campus and
remote work. Specific telecommuting arrangements will be based on
the needs of the position and authorized at the discretion of the
supervisor.
We seek qualified applicants who bring perspectives and experiences
that will enrich and strengthen our organization and enhance our
commitment to access and belonging. We welcome applications from
candidates of all backgrounds, including those who may not have
followed a traditional educational or professional path.
This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.
Responsibilities
- Plan and coordinate two existing, donor engagement events.
- Lead three volunteer boards by managing board meetings,
membership, goals and priorities.
Identify and cultivate annual and major gift prospects as
needed.
Develop and maintain strong personal relationships with library
personnel, board members, and donors through regular communication,
meetings, and personalized outreach strategies.
Create an engagement pipeline for prospective donors.
Serve as the primary liaison to the University Advancement
Annual Giving Team.
Coordinate with Advancement on appeals and campaigns. mailing
lists and track prospects in the UNITE system, prioritizing
cultivation and solicitation efforts based on donor capacity and
engagement.
Working in concert with the Central Advancement Donor Relations
Team, execute a best-practices stewardship program including impact
reporting, endowment reports, appropriate acknowledgement and
recognition of gifts, and maintain a high level of donor
engagement.
Working with the Lead Advancement Officer and the Director of
Marketing and Public Relations, create a meaningful annual impact
report for library donors and stakeholders.
Ensure gifts are correctly deposited into the appropriate gift
accounts
Complete other duties assigned by the library's Lead
Advancement Officer.
Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education
can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience
(Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work
experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job
levels: Development Officer: Requires a
bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or
equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences
- Demonstrated understanding of strategic solicitation, and the
donor cycle.
- Previous experience working in a university or a cultural
heritage institution.
The duties, qualifications, and preferences listed in this posting
are intended to give applicants an understanding of the role we are
seeking to fill and the types of skills, experience, and education
that may have prepared someone to be effective in this role. We do
not expect any candidate to be a perfect match for this list or to
perform all of the duties with equal proficiency on day one. In
your resume and cover letter, please highlight the most relevant
qualifications you would bring to this position based on the
posting, and tell us how your background, perspective, and
experience will help us fulfill our mission and meet our
goals.
Special Instructions
All applications received by August 26, 2026 will receive
full consideration.
This is a local recruitment. Out of area candidates will be
responsible for travel costs for final in-person interviews and for
moving costs, if selected. The candidate will also need to be
available to travel to Salt Lake City within 5-7 days of notice for
final in-person interviews.
Required documents to upload:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of 3 Professional References
Requisition Number: PRN45927B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday through Friday between 8am and
6pm. Some evenings and weekends may be required.
Department: 00790 - Marriott Library - Operations
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $60,000 - $65,000
Close Date: 10/01/2026
Open Until Filled:
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