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Senior Director of Development - Griffin, United States - University of Georgia
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
This position is structured as a permanent position within the Division of Development & Alumni Relations. We are unable to sponsor a work visa for this position.
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S11845P
Working Title
Senior Director of Development
Department
DAR-College Relations
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ).
The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.
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is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.
The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.
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employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the
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Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
The Division of Development and Alumni Relations at the University of Georgia advances the goals, objectives, and priorities of the university by generating private financial support, building, and maintaining relationships with alumni and donors, and assisting students with career development opportunities.
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Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time
Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information
8:00am–5:00pm; Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends as necessary
Advertised Salary
Commensurate qualifications and experience
Posting Date
03/26/2024
Open until filled
Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date
07/01/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is structured as a permanent position within the Division of Development & Alumni Relations. We are unable to sponsor a work visa for this position.
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ).Position Information
Classification Title
External Affairs Manager
FLSA
Exempt
FTE
1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree preferred or bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of related higher education experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience related to sales, marketing, development, business administration, higher education, project management, or relationship management with a proven ability to cultivate and solicit major gifts
Significant experience developing fundraising strategies while providing leadership and direction for implementation of a comprehensive development plan
Experience in medical fundraising
Experience building a team of advancement professionals
Management experience
Knowledge and experience using Blackbaud
CRM
system
Position Summary
The Senior Director of Development serves as a liaison between the School of Medicine and University Development.
As the School of Medicine's chief development officer, this position is responsible for establishing a team raising major gifts($25,000+) to enable the unit to fulfill its mission and implement its programs and initiatives.
In addition to major and principal gifts, the position is also responsible for providing strategy, leadership, direction, coordination, and management of all aspects of giving for the School of Medicine, including major giving, annual gifts, stewardship, and alumni relations.
To fulfill the college's mission and implement its programs and initiatives, the Senior Director of Development collaborates closely with the Dean to develop fundraising priorities, create a development plan, implement the plan, and secure major gifts, while also managing the development and alumni relations team.
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school, college, and unit fundraising programs.
The University Development office sets four objectives for Senior Directors of Development: number of annual visits, number of gift proposals, unit fundraising goal and personal fundraising goal.
In addition, the Senior Director is required to attend the division and development meetings as well as individual monthly strategy meetings at the University Development office with the Senior Director of Development for Constituent Programs.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Progressively responsible fundraising or related experience and leadership experience, including work in all functional areas of development and leadership in a major capital campaign.
Ability to develop trust and strong collaborative working relationships; experience nurturing and motivating high-level volunteers and expressing appreciation for their role in building an effective development network.
Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and ability to manage and work collaboratively.Demonstrated track record of successful frontline fundraising, including principal gift experience (discovery through solicitation and stewardship). Previous work experience in higher education and in a hybrid centralized-decentralized fundraising model involving colleges/schools.
Strength in developing and executing strategic and comprehensive fundraising plans to achieve goals; experience working with senior administration and ability to effectively strategize and engage various groups and constituents.
Self-starter, takes initiative, and can work independently as well as in a team environmentExemplary communications skills (both written and verbal); Active listening
Detail oriented, excellent memory for details, and critical thinking skills
Ability to prioritize, work with, and complete multiple tasks simultaneously under deadlines
Proficiency using Microsoft Office software, for instance MS Word and Excel
Demonstrates a commitment to outstanding customer service; Must work well in dealing with a variety of personality types
Exhibits behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the University of Georgia
Communicates and employs interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct
Additional Division Expectations:
Through open, honest, and respectful communication, all staff, supervisors, and colleagues of the Division of Development & Alumni Relations are expected to interact with fairness, compassion, and decency.
Adherence to
CASE
standards and commonly accepted industry standards relating to fundraising reporting are expected of all fundraisers. All fundraisers will be held accountable for meeting this expectation.
Physical Demands
Work in a standard office environment
Hold a valid driver's license
Travel in and out of state
Work nights and weekends as necessary
Work using electronic mail, telephone, face-to-face discussions, paper form correspondence
Communicate effectively in writing, speaking, and listening
Organize and establish priorities; Remember detail; multi-task
Lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
Walk, stand, stoop, lift, kneel, climb
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?
Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
Yes
Does this position require a P-Card?
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the
UGA
Credit Background Check website
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Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.
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Background Check website
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Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Direct all fundraising efforts (principal, leadership, major, annual, and planned giving) and provide overall leadership to alumni relations and development functions.
Manage a portfolio of top prospective donors focusing on soliciting gifts, presenting proposals, making an annually established goal of face-to-face meetings with prospects and donors monthly.
The purpose of the meetings is to cultivate, solicit and steward prospects and donors for the current and deferred gifts to benefit the school.
This requires some overnight travel in and out of state and occasional weekend work.Percentage of time
50
Duties/Responsibilities
Serve as the liaison between the School of Medicine and University Development ensuring all
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policies and procedures are followed by the school.
Attend division and development staff meetings, monthly strategy meetings with the Senior Director of Development for Constituent Based Programs, as well as training and prospect management meetings as needed.
Attend regular administrative/staff meetings at the school.Work collaboratively with all offices of the Development and Alumni Relations division including financial services, gift and estate planning, business engagement, regional program, etc., and development colleagues located in schools, colleges, and units across campus.
Percentage of time30
Duties/Responsibilities
With the assistance of the Dean and the Senior Director of Development for Constituent-Based Programs develop and oversee a comprehensive short and long-term strategic plan for fundraising by providing guidance, advice, and support to department leaders on fundraising prioritization, planning, and strategies to ensure a successful campaign and stewardship efforts.
Complete telephone/correspondence/preparation/follow-up; record visits, interactions, and plans in the giving and alumni database ( GAIL ) in a thorough and timely manner.
Percentage of time20
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name
Development & Alumni Relations' Office of Talent Management
Recruitment Contact Email
Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP)
Annual Giving Network
CASE
Chronicle of Higher Education
Chronicle of Philanthropy
Current
UGAEmployee
Diverse Jobs
Handshake
HigherEdJobs
Insight Into Diversity
Talent Management Newsletter
UGAJobs (UGA's job board)
Other (please provide)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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