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University of Florida
The University of Florida (UF) is a major, public, comprehensive, land-grant, Research University. One of the state's oldest and most comprehensive universities, UF is among the nation's most academically diverse public universities. UF has a long history of established programs in international education, research, and service. It is one of only 17 public, land-grant universities that belong to the Association of American Universities, and the only member institution in the state of Florida. UF is consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities: No. 19 in U.S. News & World Report "Top Public Universities" (September 2011); No. 2 in Kiplinger’s "Best Values in Public Colleges" (2012) and No. 3 in the Princeton Review Best Value Public Colleges (2012).
University of Florida Foundation, Inc.
The Office of Development and Alumni Affairs (ODAA) and the University Florida Foundation, Inc. coordinates the fundraising program for the University of Florida. Over $200 million are received through contributions to the university each year. We currently have a staff of approximately 255, including over 70 dynamic development professionals. We are currently engaged in Florida Tomorrow the University of Florida's comprehensive campaign to raise $1.5 billion. We provide members of our team with:
- Highly talented, success-driven, collaborative environment
- Comprehensive orientation to UF and UF development
- Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities
- Outstanding support and central services such as prospect research and data analysis, planned giving, annual fund, communications, major gifts, corporate and foundation relations, and technology services
At the UF Office of Development and Alumni Affairs and the Foundation we have adopted the GOLD Standard and that means we are committed to being the best each day, that is the Florida way. Consider advancing your career in development with a proven leader in academic philanthropy and become a member of the Gator Nation.
Compensation
We offer a competitive compensation package with starting salary, negotiable and commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits package which includes: Medical/Life/LTD/Dental Insurance; Tuition Remission Program; Retirement plan with immediate vesting; Generous paid time off to include approximately 22 vacation days per year, 4 personal leave days between Christmas and New Year’s and 10 paid holidays. The absence of state income tax is also a plus!
At the University of Florida there is no bond stronger than the one formed when you become a member of The Gator Nation. In every corner of the globe, Gators accomplish remarkable feats with innovative thinking and inspired collaboration. For further details about development opportunities, please contact Veronica Alexander at (352) 392-5408.
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