Posted in Other 30+ days ago.
Job Title Senior Director of Development & Unit Lead
Job ID 109121
Location Clemson University
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
WELCOME TO CLEMSON!
Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?
One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.
Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.
So,... are you ready?
JOB SUMMARY:
Clemson University's University Development within the Advancement Division is looking for a Senior Director of Development & Unit Lead to fulfill the following duties:
JOB DUTIES:
60% - Essential - Fundraising:
Manages a dynamic portfolio of prospects/donors who have the capacity to make a philanthropic major gift of $50,000 or more. Qualifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards gifts from alumni and friends across multiple academic colleges through a combination of in-person and virtual donor visits and making major gift solicitations. Executes strategic cultivation and solicitation plans tailored to individual donor's interests, capacity, and philanthropic priorities. Raises a minimum of $1.5M on an annual basis with the goals for subsequent years determined in conjunction with the Executive Director. Primary fundraising focus on the College of Science.
20% - Essential - College Leadership and Engagement:
Establishes strong partnerships with the Dean and strategic leaders within the College. Leads efforts for the unit for the upcoming capital campaign by collaborating with the College and supporting unit/program leadership to develop philanthropic strategy that advances the key priorities for the campaign and the College's mission.Engages actively with the Dean and college/unit leaders in the cultivation and stewardship efforts of top donors and prospects. Serves as the primary liaison and mission-critical link between the Advancement division and the College and its supporting units/programs.
10% - Essential - People Leadership and Collaboration:
Directly supervises a team of development officers and internal support team members. Coaches and mentors them to achieve their fundraising and performance goals/objectives, providing constructive feedback and support when necessary. Leads comprehensive annual planning and performance review procedures, with team members. Assists in onboarding new team members and participates in required manager/supervisor activities, training, etc., as required to successfully oversee the work of direct reports. Collaborates with peer Unit Leads to ensure consistency and collaboration across the department.
10% - Essential - Strategy and Campaign:
Utilizes relationships with the Dean and other key leaders to advance the philanthropic strategies and fundraising priorities of the assigned colleges, including the Fiercely Forward campaign. Facilitates collaboration with and communicates priorities to team members across the Advancement division who are essential to the fundraising efforts. Manages the College of Science campaign cabinet with support from the Unit Lead Liaison. Communicates, collaborates, and coordinates between the College and Advancement division, as well as creates productive partnerships with other college and unit fundraising programs.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Bachelor's Degree
Work Experience - 3+ Years
RESPONSIBILITIES
JOB KNOWLEDGE
Comprehensive Job Knowledge - Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use incomplex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages Work of Others - Manages work of others including hiring, terminating, training and developing,reviewing performance and administering corrective action for staff. Plans organizational structure and jobcontent.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitors Budget - Does not provide input but is responsible for monitoring the departmental budget and mayoversee fund allocation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Walk or move about
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
Recognize or inspect visually
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Overnight Travel
WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hours: 37.5 / Week
COMPENSATION INFORMATION
Expected Salary Range: $108,959.00 - $140,000.00
Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's Compensation Guidelines.
ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL
Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.
DEPARTMENT MARKETING STATEMENT
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JOB LOCATION:
Clemson, SC
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
August 29, 2024 @ 11:59 PM
MILITARY AND VETERAN:
MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
CLOSING STATEMENT:
Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, or related medical condition), national origin, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Clemson University is building aculturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encouragesapplications from minorities and women.
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