Director of Development - College of Education

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JOB SUMMARY:

Clemson University's Advancement Division is looking for a Director of Development to support the College of Education in fulfilling the following duties:

• Serves as Director of Development and Unit Lead within the Advancement Division and the College of Education.
• Provides strategy, leadership, direction, coordination and management of all levels of giving for all units/programs within the College.
• Develops priorities and philanthropic strategy in collaboration with critical College Administrators and the Executive Director, implements strategic plans, and inspires stakeholders support of these priorities to fulfill the College's mission and support their ability to implement programs and initiatives.
• Communicates, collaborates and coordinates between the College and Advancement division, as well as creates productive partnerships with other college and unit fundraising programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

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 College/Unit donors, alumni, and friends through 160-180 visits annually. Raises a minimum of $750K-$1.25M on an annual basis with subsequent years' goals determined in conjunction with the Executive Director. Coordinates cultivation, stewardship and donor engagement opportunities/events for assigned donors and the College of Education.

30% - 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 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 - Strategic Collaboration and Facilitation:

Build productive relationships across the university with Deans, administrators, faculty and staff to gain fluency in the priorities and excellence of the colleges, schools, units and areas of Clemson University to articulate giving opportunities to prospective donors. Facilitate and staff meetings with university leaders and prospective donors. Duties include collaborating with Marketing and Communications on print, electronic, and social media materials.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Bachelor's Degree

Work Experience - 3+ Years in fundraising, development, sales. Related work experience in an academic institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

Supervisory Responsibilities

No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

Budgetary Responsibilities

Monitors Budget - Does not provide input but is responsible for monitoring the departmental budget and may oversee fund allocation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Walk or move about

Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

Recognize or inspect visually

WORKING CONDITIONS:

50% - Day and Overnight Travel

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hrs: 37.5 / Week

Compensation Information

Expected Salary Range: $89.550.00 - $110,000.00

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 work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

August 1, 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 a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women.