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Director of Development

The Development Director (Major Gifts) is responsible for donor relations including research and identification, qualification, cultivation, and solicitation of major gifts from alumnae and friends of the University.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Implement all aspects of gift cycle including identification, research, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
• Focus on securing support for university priorities such as academic programs, scholarships, unrestricted, facility renovation/expansion, and other campus improvements
• Work collaboratively with and in support of volunteers, development staff, and other university representatives to achieve established goals
• Document all prospect and donor actions for historical records, accountability, analysis, and planning.
• Manage related expense budget
• Build and manage portfolio of approximately 100 mid-major gift prospects
• Organize or participate in other initiatives to promote the University and philanthropy
• Stewardship preparation and reporting related to scholarships & endowment funds
• Provide effective training, support and leadership for campaign volunteers and leaders to meet annual financial goals
• Act as an ambassador of the University and actively seek out opportunities to become involved in the community
• Create strategies to market to major donors in concert with the PR/Marketing Office/Alumnae Relations
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree, CFRE a plus
• A minimum of 3 years successful major gifts experience preferably in higher education or closely related field
• Understand and affirm the mission of Mount Mary University and the School Sisters of Notre Dame.
• Ability to understand the needs and interests of leadership and major gift donors in order to develop relationships between them and the University
• Interest in all aspects of education and a dedication to promoting the University's fundraising priorities by developing excellent relationships with faculty, administration, trustees, volunteers, and the Alumnae & Donor Relations team
• Successful experience in making cold calls, as well as, developing cultivation and solicitation strategies
• Adheres to the highest ethical standards; demonstrates empathetic disposition and perseverance; reflects an optimistic and positive attitude, and conveys a sensitivity to needs and rights of the donors
• Excellent interpersonal skills, writing and listening skills, and a demonstrated record of completing assignments
• Be a good steward of University and donor resources
• Knowledge of and ability to successfully utilize donor software: research, report writing and analysis

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform primary functions.

Physical Demands:

May be required to lift up to 20 lbs.

Must reach, bend, stoop, lift

Must sit, walk or stand

Some repetitive motion may be required

Working Conditions:

Varying workflow; sometimes stressful with high workload times of the year

Occasional evening or weekend commitments

Must be willing to travel occasionally

Must have mode of transportation to meet with donors

Mount Mary University practices equal opportunity employment as part of our ongoing commitment to diversity in our workplace.