Posting Details

Position Number:

119826

Title:

Development Officer

Functional Title:

Assistant Director of Development, College of Education

Category Status:

33-Exempt Regular

Applicant Search Category:

Staff

University Authorized FTE:

1.00

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:

The Division of University Relations is hiring an Assistant Director of Development for the College of Education. The Assistant Director is responsible for discovering, cultivating, soliciting and closing gifts from $50,000+ and developing a strong portfolio of supporters. The development professional is expected to gain and present an expansive knowledge of the school's offerings. A minimum of 10-12 prospect visits each month, both locally and nationally are expected.

The position represents the College of Education and the University of Maryland to internal and external audiences while working with members of the university community to advance our mission. The Assistant Director of Development develops a prospect pipeline by "cold calling" alumni, friends, corporations and foundations who may not have been contacted previously. This requires extensive time out of the office meeting with prospective donors and travel is expected for approximately 60% of the time with the majority being local travel.

The chosen candidate must be a highly energetic professional with a track record of building donor relationships and closing gifts in the five-figure range. Candidates must have the ability to work collaboratively and strategically with other fundraising professionals and campus leaders.

Occasional work on evenings and weekends is required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education (include licenses, certifications, etc.):
Bachelor's degree required.

Experience:
A minimum of three years of successful development or related experience, within a university setting preferred. A proven record of working effectively initiating and building relationships with prospects/clients.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Willingness and ability to make "cold calls" and to cultivate relationships with and solicit alumni, corporations, foundations and non-alumni friends of the University for gifts.

Must have excellent writing skills.

Ability to manage many projects simultaneously and a demonstrated record of completing assignments.

Must have a strong customer service ethic and experience overseeing successful events and activities.

Must exhibit strong interpersonal skills that will enable him or her to work well with diverse groups of constituents and colleagues.

Must demonstrate the aptitude to represent the University in a highly professional and effective manner.

The position involves extensive travel 60% of the time (local & national). Occasional work on evenings and weekends is required.

Preferences:

A successful track record of soliciting, securing and closing five figure gifts.

Volunteer management and proposal writing experience.

Additional Certifications:

Additional Information:

For best consideration, please apply by November 5th, 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:

09/20/2018

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

11/05/2018

Physical Demands

Traditional office environment. Must be able to travel up to 60%. Occasional work on evenings and weekends is required.

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.


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