Director of Development

Baylor Law is seeking a Director of Development. The Director is an employee in Baylor University Advancement, but is officed in the Law Center and works closely with Dean Brad Toben and the Baylor Law team. The Director has the responsibility and privilege of raising funds and nurturing philanthropic support for Baylor Law.

There are several qualification factors. The Director must possess strong relational skills and be a self-motivated, results-driven thinker. The position blends interpersonal skills, relationships, and friendships with processes and metrics, with the goal of guiding Baylor Law alumni and friends forward in their giving and resource support of Baylor Law. A Baylor Lawyer who is already knowledgeable with the program, culture, and mission of Baylor Law is preferred.

The Director works with alumni and friends throughout the state and beyond. Meaningful day travel and some occasional overnight travel is required. The Director must be able to work effectively, in tandem with Dean Toben and independently. In addition to soliciting major gift commitments, the Director works with University Advancement and the Baylor Law team on annual fund gifts, deferred/estate gifts, annual endowment reports, donor recognition and stewardship, and other duties as assigned

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Are You a BEALiever? Share Your Story!

Professor Ron Beal has been nominated for a significant teaching award. The award evaluators not only want to know what he has accomplished over his more than 35 years of teaching at Baylor Law, but also what lasting impact he has had on his students.

Did Professor Beal have a significant impact on you when you were a student, has he helped you since you've graduated, or both? Has what you've learned in his classes had a significant impact on your practice of law? We would like to know about his influence on you or your career - in your own words. Letters of recommendation or written testimonials that highlight his excellence as a teacher will be critical for Professor Beal's nomination.

Baylor Law and Professor Beal greatly appreciate your support. Thank you for your help in recognizing and celebrating the impact and influence of one of Baylor Law’s most accomplished professors.

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