View Job

This job posting is no longer active on Diverse Jobs and therefore cannot accept online applications.


    

University of Maryland, College Park

Location: College ParkMD 20742 Document ID: AC226-0EML Posted on: 2018-09-0509/05/2018 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
2018-10-05
 

Assistant Dean



Posting Details

Position Number:

100255

Title:

Assistant Dean

Functional Title:

Assistant Dean for External Affairs for the Philip Merrill College of Journalism

Category Status:

33-Exempt Regular

Applicant Search Category:

Staff

University Authorized FTE:

1.000

Unit:

VPUR-Development

Campus/College Information:

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship institution in the University System of Maryland. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation's legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation's capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

Reporting to the Executive Director of Development in University Relations with a dotted line to the Dean of the Merrill College of Journalism, the Assistant Dean for External Relations is the chief fundraiser for the Merrill College of Journalism. Carrying a portfolio of 100+ prospects and current donors, s/he is responsible for securing major and leadership annual gifts to support the Dean's priorities for the College. S/he develops and implements prospect strategies from identification through cultivation, solicitation and stewardship. S/he is responsible for meeting visits and solicitation metrics as well as the annual fiscal year and campaign fundraising goals. This Assistant Dean also coordinates volunteer activities and provides development support and counsel to the Dean of the College and to the academic and volunteer leadership.

The Assistant Dean will have a proven track record as a successful hands-on fundraiser who is skilled at closing gifts and taking the lead in identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding major gift level individuals, corporations and foundations. S/he carries its own portfolio of prospects with prospect visit goals of 12-15 per month and 1-3 solicitations per quarter. In addition to work with major prospects, the candidate staffs the Board of Visitors. S/he assists in planning and executing signature College events including the Shirley Povich Sports Symposium, Alumni Homecoming reception and other events as determined by the Dean to maximize strategic engagement for alumni and friends of the College. Working with Annual Giving and the Leadership Annual Giving staff, the Assistant Dean works to build a robust pipeline and Dean's Fund. It is anticipated this position will also work closely with the Directors of Planned Giving and Corporations and Foundations to secure gifts on behalf of the College.

This position must have the availability and willingness to work evenings, weekends and outside standard business hours. Significant travel is required (60-70% of time with 30-40% out of the immediate area.)

Minimum Qualifications:

Education (include licenses, certifications, etc.):
Bachelor's degree; Advanced degree highly preferred.

Experience:
A minimum of 7 years of successful development experience with a proven record of working effectively with volunteers and high level donors; building donor relationships; and soliciting and closing five+ figure gifts.

Experience managing/supervisory volunteers and staff.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must be an entrepreneurial and strategic fundraiser.
Ability to identify and build constituencies for support, in setting and achieving individual and group goals, and in planning and executing campaigns.
Experience with corporate and foundation fundraising.
Knowledgeable about best practices in the advancement field.
Exceptional verbal, editing management and organization skills.
Must have outstanding communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across the university for the enhancement of the donor experience.
Must have an appreciation for the academic experience and activities of a major research university.

Availability and willingness to work evenings, weekends and outside standard business hours. Significant travel is required (60-70% of time with 30-40% out of the immediate area).

Preferences:

Previous experience in higher education institutions and/or non-profit institutions.

Educational background or experience working in communications or journalism.

Additional Certifications:

Additional Information:

Physical Demands of the Position: Traditional office environment. Availability and willingness to work evenings, weekends and outside standard business hours. Significant travel is required, 60%, with 30% out of the immediate area.

For best consideration, please apply by Friday, June 29, 2018.

Benefits offered: The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 22 Days Annual Leave; 15 Days Sick Leave; 3 Days Personal Leave; 15 Paid Holidays; Tuition Remission; Health, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage.

Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA . No Visa sponsorship is offered for this position.

Posting Date:

06/08/2018

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

06/29/2018

Physical Demands

Traditional office environment. Availability and willingness to work evenings, weekends and outside standard business hours. Significant travel is required, 60%, with 30% out of the immediate area.

Diversity Statement:

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.


To apply please click here!