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    Director of Development/Associate Director of Development - Normal, IL, United States - Illinois State University

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    Work type: On Campus
    Location: Normal, Illinois

    Title: Director of Development/Associate Director of Development
    Division Name: University Advancement
    Department: Development-Fundraising
    Campus Location: Normal, IL

    Job Summary

    The Director of Development/Associate Director of Development represents Illinois State University in pursuing major gifts (funding commitments of $25,000 or more made via outright, pledged or planned gift arrangements) from individuals. The individual holding the position will develop and execute strategies and plans to cultivate, solicit and secure major gifts and qualify new major gift prospects. As appropriate, the individual will collaborate with development colleagues working on behalf of ISU colleges or administrative units and with deans, other campus administrative leaders, and faculty/staff.

    Primary responsibilities will be implemented through regular and frequent visits and other substantive contacts with constituents. Significant travel will be an essential part of the position, as well as occasional participation in evening and weekend activities. This position will interact with a great deal of people who are very important to the University. The effectiveness of this work contributes to an enhanced institutional image, improved internal and external relationships, development of a philanthropic culture on campus, and the ability to generate private funds for the University. Salary Rate / Pay Rate

    Commensurate with experience

    Required Qualifications

    1. Bachelor's degree - Willing to accept those applicants who will attain the degree and / or experience by the begin date of appointment.
    2. At least one year of development/fundraising experience or equivalent work experience or education in areas that demonstrate the capacity for success in major gift fundraising.
    3. Ability to work in a goals-oriented environment.
    4. Ability to work under broad policy guidance and exercise sound judgment when making critical decisions under varying degrees of pressure.
    5. Ability to facilitate personal interactions in formal and informal social settings.
    6. Ability to work in a collaborative environment in which both teamwork and individual initiative is necessary.
    7. Outstanding interpersonal skills.
    8. Highly motivated, assertive, and organized.
    9. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
    10. Ability to work with diverse constituencies from all disciplines including donors, faculty, staff, students, and select corporations and foundations.
    11. Ability to complete work under deadlines.
    12. Understanding and commitment to the mission of higher education in general and specifically the mission of Illinois State University.
    13. Willingness and availability to work evenings and weekends and to travel both in-state and out-of-state.
    14. Valid drivers license

    Preferred Qualifications

    1. Demonstrated experience in successful major gift fundraising.
    2. Experience working in higher education.

    Work Hours

    8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m with some evening/weekend work

    Functional Expectations

    Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

    Ability to effectively communicate on a daily basis.
    Ability to conduct or attend meetings in various locations on and off campus.
    Ability to perform sedentary work involving sitting the majority of the time. Proposed Starting Date

    May 2024

    Contact Information for Applicants

    Kate Childs, Senior Director of Development, ,

    Important Information for Applicants

    This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

    Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

    If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

    If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at

    Application Opened: 04/03/2024 09:00 AM CST
    Application Closes: Open until filled

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