Position Number:

110847

Title:

Director

Functional Title:

Director of Development for the College of Computer, Mathematical and Natural Sciences

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:

The Director of Development is responsible for identifying prospective donors, cultivating donors, and closing major and principal gifts for units and programs in the College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences.

The Director of Development must be a highly energetic professional with a track record of building donor relationships, closing major and principal gifts, effectively staffing and managing the fundraising activities of institutional leaders. Candidates must have the ability to work collaboratively and strategically with other fundraising professionals and campus leaders.

Must be available to work evenings and weekends as necessary. Local and national travel is required 50% of the time.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Experience:
Must have a minimum of 5-7 years of successful development experience. Proven record of working effectively with high level donors in a nonprofit or university setting; building donor relationships; and soliciting and closing five+ figure gifts is essential.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must demonstrate the ability to make cold calls as well as to develop cultivation and solicitation strategies. The candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to manage more than one project simultaneously, and a demonstrated record of completing assignments. The incumbent must be a highly energetic, creative, and experienced professional with a proven track record of building excellent donor relationships and closing five+ figure gifts. Must have the ability to work collaboratively and strategically with campus leaders, volunteers, and other fundraising professionals. The candidate must exhibit strong interpersonal skills that will enable him/her to work well with diverse groups of constituents and colleagues. Excellent writing and oral communication, and critical thinking skills are essential. Must be available to work evenings and weekends as necessary. Local and national travel is required 50% of the time.

Preferences:

Master's preferred.
Familiarity with higher education fundraising and experience in a public research university is preferred.

Additional Certifications:

Additional Information:

Physical Demands of the Position: This is a primarily a sedentary position with the physical demands found in an office environment involving extensive use of desktop computers with a demanding travel schedule (at least 50%). Availability to work evenings and weekends as necessary.

For best consideration, please apply by Monday, March 27, 2017.

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:

02/27/2017

Closing Date:

04/27/2017

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

03/27/2017

Physical Demands

This is a primarily a sedentary position with the physical demands found in an office environment involving extensive use of desktop computers with a demanding travel schedule (at least 50%). Availability to work evenings and weekends as necessary.

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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