Associate Director of Development, Corporate and Foundation Relations

If you are interested in joining the team, please submit a cover letter with your resume for consideration.

What We Seek:

Join a collaborative and mission-driven team of development professionals dedicated to advancing the research, education, and service missions of the University of New Mexico (UNM). The UNM Foundation seeks nominations and applications for an Associate Director of Development for Corporate & Foundation Relations (CFR). This position is designed as an entry-level to early-career development role, supporting the Corporate & Foundation Relations team and working closely with the Senior Director of Development for CFR and campus partners.

What We Require:

The Associate Director will play a key role in identifying, cultivating, and stewarding foundation and corporate partners in support of UNM’s research enterprise, centers, institutes, and interdisciplinary initiatives. This position offers a strong professional growth pathway for candidates seeking to build a career in higher education fundraising, corporate relations, and foundation development.

The minimum education and experience required:

• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution; OR a combination of some higher education and more than one year of relevant experience.
• At least one year of successful fundraising and development experience, preferably in higher education.

Compensation Salary Range:

The expected salary for this position is $50,000 - $60,000. This range is an estimate, and the final salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications, consideration of any approved geographic salary differential, and alignment with internal equity guidelines to ensure consistency across similar roles.

Why Join the Foundation:

The UNM Foundation is a diverse, inclusive, and mission-driven community dedicated to advancing the University’s impact through research, education, and service. Our staff collaborate with passionate development professionals and enjoy competitive benefits, including healthcare, professional development, flexible paid leave, paid holidays, wellness programs, and strong retirement contributions. We value diverse perspectives and unique experiences, fostering a welcoming environment where you can make a lasting difference in New Mexico and beyond.

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Business Hours:

• Monday through Friday
• Operating Hours from 8:00am – 5pm (MST)
• Weekend availability for some positions

Work Location:

700 Lomas Blvd. NE, Two Woodward Center, Albuquerque, NM 87102

Accessibility:

The University of New Mexico Foundation is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please contact Robert Moreno, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Generalist, at (505)-313-7657.

The University of New Mexico Foundation participates in E-Verify+ and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship decisions are based on job requirements, business needs, and applicable law.