Program Assistant Director of Endowment Services
The University of Texas at Arlington

Posting Number:

S05776P

Program Assistant Director of Endowment Services

Assistant Director

VP Development

Arlington

Advancement

Full-time

Standard

Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm

• Some local and regional travel required for meetings, events, and conferences.

External and Internal

Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

Funding expected to continue

Monthly

Yes

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The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Reporting to the Director of Endowment Services, the Program Assistant Director of Endowment Services supports the director in overseeing the operations and goals of Endowment Services, coordinates, and supervises daily operations, and ensures compliance with regulations and internal policies.

• Responsible for thoroughly learning and understanding all existing and new information systems (Raiser's Edge, SharePoint, UT SHARE, UTIMCO's Component Reporting Information System, and FundMiner) in order to provide accurate, complete, and timely data to Endowment Services' customers.
• Work with the director of Endowment Services to complete the electronic template for the Endowment Compliance Annual Report to UT System by inputting data from UT SHARE and UTIMCO web applications.
• Assist in analyzing data to determine if spending totals are in line with UTA guidelines.
• Provide support in presenting the report to the Endowment Compliance Committee.
• Monitor expenditures from a rotating sample of endowed scholarship and graduate fellowship cost centers for appropriateness twice annually.
• Exercise judgment on suitability of expenses and if appropriate, request and ensure corrective actions are taken by administering units.
• Review drafts of endowment agreements and amendments to agreements with Development directors, route to UT System for review, submit signed agreements for approval by Board of Regents, and notify units when endowment is formally created.
• Ensure that endowment records in Raiser's Edge and SharePoint are accurate, complete, and current to facilitate endowment donor stewardship and provide responses to inquiries for endowment information from inside and outside UTA.
• Provide training and assistance to Endowment Services Coordinator as tasks require.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree with two (2) years of experience as a project coordinator or related experience.

• One (1) year experience in a development/fundraising, university, or non-profit environment.
• High level of computer proficiency, including proficiency using Microsoft Office suite.
• Working knowledge of Raiser's Edge NXT platform and UT SHARE (PeopleSoft) Financial modules.

• High degree of professionalism and solid customer service orientated.
• Professional organizational skills and ability to set and meet appropriate deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with high attention to follow through.
• Proficiency with Microsoft tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, TEAMs).
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to quickly comprehend and master intricacies of software.
• Demonstrated ability to stay knowledgeable and skills-proficient with current and future technologies.
• Discrete in handling confidential/sensitive information.
• Competence to write clearly, concisely, and coherently.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks while working proactively with others.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills, and ability to set and meet appropriate deadlines.
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures.

• Use of a personal vehicle for work-related local travel.

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

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Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.