Director of Development

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

This position is responsible for the qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies for an assigned group of prospects, including individuals and corporations/foundations, with a focus on major gift activity; identification and qualification of new prospects; and managing assigned fundraising projects.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The mission of the division is to expand the University's relationship within the community for the purposes of increasing both the financial and Human Resources of the University. To provide operating structure and central administrative support for the Vice Chancellor and the departmental units.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor's degree required with related experience. Experience in higher education fundraising, non-profit fundraising, sales or other relevant experience required. Ability to work independently and in teams, meet high goals and interact effectively with alumni, friends, faculty and staff in a comprehensive research university setting. Willingness to travel and work weekends.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Master's degree.

Seven years or more of related experience.

Skills and experience relevant to securing major gifts, which can include front line fundraising, financial advising, and estate planning, and sales

A strategic, entrepreneurial, and innovative approach to fundraising

A knowledge of contemporary philanthropy and the vehicles available to individuals to achieve their philanthropic goals

A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and collaboratively

The capacity to communicate with a wide variety of individuals and inspire them to support programming in a broad range of University programs

An understanding of complex, comprehensive institutions and an appreciation for and understanding of diverse audiences and communities.

Required License or Certification

n/a

Position Information

Working Title Director of Development

Position Number 009911 Recruitment Salary Range Commensurate with education and experience FLSA Exempt Position Type Staff Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time Tenure Track No FTE If Time Limited, Appointment Length Organizational Division Assoc VC for Development Organizational Location VC for University Advancement Organizational Unit Assoc VC for Development

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number EPA1656

Open Date 01/19/2023 Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled Open Until Filled Yes Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search 02/28/2023 Date Position Available 02/01/2023 Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. Applicants for this position (# 009911 ) will also be considered for Position # 009700 and Position # 009705.

You may submit one application to be considered for all three positions.

Supplemental Questions

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What experience have you had in private and public fundraising?

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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Copy of Education Transcripts

Other Document