About the role

Available shifts

• are subject to change based on organizational needs.
• Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 34,000 students and more than 4,451 faculty and staff.
• To date, UNLV has conferred more than 186,000 degrees, producing more than 151,000 alumni around the world.
• UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement.
• The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine.
• UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.
• Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country.
• UNLV sits in the top spot in U.

What you'll do

• We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application: Once you start the application process you cannot save your work.
• Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
• If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or unlvjobs@unlv.edu.
• The Associate Director maintains a small portfolio of annual giving prospects and supports donor cultivation and stewardship efforts through personalized outreach, events, and communications.
• UNLV is a vibrant campus, a supportive workplace, and has tools to help you achieve professional and personal growth.
• Strong communication, organizational, project management, analytical, and relationship-building skills are required, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on October 12, 2026 For assistance with the application process, contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu.
• SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of fundraising principles, donor engagement strategies, philanthropic stewardship practices, annual giving, donor pipeline development, and planned giving concepts.
• Strong communication, organizational, project management, analytical, and relationship-building skills are required, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• ● Experience with planned giving or legacy society stewardship programs ● Familiarity with donor CRM systems such as Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge or Salesforce ● Knowledge of recurring giving and faculty/staff giving programs ● Experience with donor segmentation and fundraising analytics ● Experience developing donor-centered stewardship communications ● Experience coordinating fundraising or donor engagement events ● Ability to analyze donor participation and engagement data to inform strategy ● Ability to identify opportunities to strengthen donor retention and pipeline growth COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment.
• They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.
• and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted.
• References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.
• Applicants should fully describe their
• and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred
• because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.

Benefits

• packages Living Our Values As a team member of PAE, you will be part of a growing, inclusive division that values integrity, trust, excellence, teamwork, and respect.
• BACKGROUND SCREENING Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background and/or credit check.
• 00, or commensurate with the labor market
• OF WORKING AT UNLV ● Competitive total rewards package including: ○ Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays ○ Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision ○ Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary
• programs ● No state income tax ● Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools ● Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents PERKS ● Employee recognition and appreciation programs ● Connect with colleagues with shared interests ● Personal and professional development opportunities ● UNLV athletics ticket discounts ● Statewide employee purchase program discounts ● RebelCard discounts on and off campus ● Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost ● Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles HOW TO APPLY Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing
• Additional information is available at SSA 1945.
• Job postings are specific to the Nevada System of Higher Education.