Development Director I-10764
Job Description
Weber State University (WSU, weber.edu) seeks a dynamic, engaging, self-motivated individual to become the Development Director for the Telitha E. Lindquist College of Arts & Humanities. Development Directors work with deans of academic colleges, divisions, or departments of the university in planning private fundraising strategies, identifying and qualifying prospective donors, maintaining and advancing relationships with prospects and donors, soliciting gifts, and stewarding donor support. The position reports to the Associate Vice President of Development and University Advancement and works collaboratively with the University Advancement team.
WSU offers a full range of associate and bachelor degrees and selected master degrees to over 26,000 students at campuses in Ogden and Layton, Utah. The vision of WSU is to be the national model for a dual-mission university that integrates learning, scholarship and community.
Qualifications
Minimum
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in private fundraising, marketing, sales, communication, psychology, business management, education, or a related field.
Two to three years of experience in fundraising, marketing, sales, communications, business management, customer relations, or a related field.
Strong technology skills including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, and internet.
Seeking applicants with the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
-Strong writing skills and willingness to accurately and comprehensively document donor/prospect interaction.
-Excellent interpersonal skills that facilitate the identification and nurturing of donor relationships.
-Track record of displaying integrity and the ability to keep confidences regarding personal information.
-Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications include:
-An understanding of, commitment to, and ability to articulate the value of higher education, and specifically the value of arts and humanities education.
-Previous experience with and/or an appreciation for the performing and visual arts.
-Previous experience working both independently and as part of a team identifying and cultivating prospective donors and soliciting philanthropic support; including planned giving opportunities.
-History of interacting positively with diverse constituencies, both internal and external to an organization.
-Demonstrated ability to listen effectively and to speak and write clearly.
-Experience with and ability to manage multiple priorities and requests.
-Experience working in a college, university, or non-profit setting.
-Experience with event planning and event management.
-Ability to perform well under pressure in an environment that encourages setting and fulfilling goals.
-Master's degree in fundraising, marketing, sales, communication, psychology, business management, higher education administration, educational leadership or a related field.
Additional Information
To apply, please go to http://jobs.weber.edu and complete the online staff application and attach a cover letter, current resume and the names and contact information for at least three professional references.
Screening of applications will begin April 30, 2017. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
INFORMATION ABOUT WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY AND NORTHERN UTAH
Located in Ogden, Utah - regularly recognized as a top 10 city to raise a family by Forbes and the most egalitarian zip code in the nation by Sunset in 2015 - Weber State University provides associate, baccalaureate and master degree programs in liberal arts, sciences, technical and professional fields. As a public institution, WSU has successfully pursued a dual mission by offering a wide-range of baccalaureate and graduate programs while meeting regional community college needs. Through its core themes of Access, Learning, and Community, the university serves as an educational, cultural and economic leader for the region. WSU competes in Division I athletics and competes nationally and internationally in many academic areas, as well. To learn more about the university visit weber.edu, to learn more about the amazing mountain amenities of the greater Ogden area visit www.visitogden.com.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Weber State University (WSU, weber.edu) seeks a dynamic, engaging, self-motivated individual to become the Development Director for the Telitha E. Lindquist College of Arts & Humanities. Development Directors work with deans of academic colleges, divisions, or departments of the university in planning private fundraising strategies, identifying and qualifying prospective donors, maintaining and advancing relationships with prospects and donors, soliciting gifts, and stewarding donor support. The position reports to the Associate Vice President of Development and University Advancement and works collaboratively with the University Advancement team.
WSU offers a full range of associate and bachelor degrees and selected master degrees to over 26,000 students at campuses in Ogden and Layton, Utah. The vision of WSU is to be the national model for a dual-mission university that integrates learning, scholarship and community.
Qualifications
Minimum
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in private fundraising, marketing, sales, communication, psychology, business management, education, or a related field.
Two to three years of experience in fundraising, marketing, sales, communications, business management, customer relations, or a related field.
Strong technology skills including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, and internet.
Seeking applicants with the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
-Strong writing skills and willingness to accurately and comprehensively document donor/prospect interaction.
-Excellent interpersonal skills that facilitate the identification and nurturing of donor relationships.
-Track record of displaying integrity and the ability to keep confidences regarding personal information.
-Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications include:
-An understanding of, commitment to, and ability to articulate the value of higher education, and specifically the value of arts and humanities education.
-Previous experience with and/or an appreciation for the performing and visual arts.
-Previous experience working both independently and as part of a team identifying and cultivating prospective donors and soliciting philanthropic support; including planned giving opportunities.
-History of interacting positively with diverse constituencies, both internal and external to an organization.
-Demonstrated ability to listen effectively and to speak and write clearly.
-Experience with and ability to manage multiple priorities and requests.
-Experience working in a college, university, or non-profit setting.
-Experience with event planning and event management.
-Ability to perform well under pressure in an environment that encourages setting and fulfilling goals.
-Master's degree in fundraising, marketing, sales, communication, psychology, business management, higher education administration, educational leadership or a related field.
Additional Information
To apply, please go to http://jobs.weber.edu and complete the online staff application and attach a cover letter, current resume and the names and contact information for at least three professional references.
Screening of applications will begin April 30, 2017. Position will remain open until filled.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
INFORMATION ABOUT WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY AND NORTHERN UTAH
Located in Ogden, Utah - regularly recognized as a top 10 city to raise a family by Forbes and the most egalitarian zip code in the nation by Sunset in 2015 - Weber State University provides associate, baccalaureate and master degree programs in liberal arts, sciences, technical and professional fields. As a public institution, WSU has successfully pursued a dual mission by offering a wide-range of baccalaureate and graduate programs while meeting regional community college needs. Through its core themes of Access, Learning, and Community, the university serves as an educational, cultural and economic leader for the region. WSU competes in Division I athletics and competes nationally and internationally in many academic areas, as well. To learn more about the university visit weber.edu, to learn more about the amazing mountain amenities of the greater Ogden area visit www.visitogden.com.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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