Assistant Director for University Development
Tennessee Tech University
Cookeville, TN
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 20, 2024
Assistant Director for University Development
Position Number: 591030
Department: VP for Univ Advancement Office
Job Purpose
The Assistant Director of Development (ADD) engages alumni and friends in philanthropy to the University by implementing specific strategies to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward supporters through individual visits, personal communication, event participation. This position directly supports the fundraising initiatives for the University and liaisons with one or more Colleges/Units.
Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Essential Functions
Serve as the major gift fundraiser for the College of Agriculture and Human Ecology, Interdisciplinary Studies, and the Whitson-Hester School of Nursing. Manage a portfolio of donors whose principal philanthropic support is/will be for the assigned areas. Develop and maintain fruitful working relationships with deans, department chairs, faculty and staff; secure their assistance and leverage their efforts for the advancement of the University. Prepare, revise (as appropriate), and implement a body of work that includes specific goals and metrics. Participate energetically and thoughtfully as a member of the Development Team and the Division of University Advancement. Maintain currency in the development profession through professional development activities.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited higher education institution. At least five years of related professional experience with a minimum of three years of general fundraising or sales experience. Strong relationship building skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A record of success in major gift/sales solicitation/closure. Evidence of conducting follow up in a timely manner. Adaptability to changing circumstances. Ability to travel extensively.
Preferred Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited higher education institution. Higher education experience.
Work Hours: Typical hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm. Additional hours if/when needed.
Salary: Commensurate with education and experience. Administrative Pay Grade AD47.
Benefits Information
Tennessee Tech offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of two vacation days per month and one sick leave day per month, and thirteen University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits.
To apply, visit https://jobs.tntech.edu/postings/16844
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