Director of Development - Western Washington University

Director of Development - Western Washington UniversityID: 101774Application Deadline: 10/12/2024Category: DevelopmentCompany: Western Washington UniversityJob Locations: US-WA-BellinghamAt a glanceWestern Washington University (WWU) is seeking a driven Director of Development to join their University Advancement team in Bellingham, WA. The incumbent will spearhead a comprehensive development program, cultivating relationships with alumni, parents, business leaders, and community members to drive impactful fundraising while playing a key role in supporting student scholarships, university programs, and enhancing the institution's overall impact.Description: What you'll be doingServing as a lead development officer, this position is charged with creating and implementing a comprehensive development program to engage and solicit alumni, parents, friends, community members, business, and civic leaders to achieve the fundraising goals for Western. The Director of Development is personally responsible for soliciting and closing major gifts of $25,000 or more.How you will be spending your time:70% Fundraising:Focus on strategically identifying, engaging, qualifying, cultivating prospects and then soliciting major gifts of $25,000 or more.Travel regionally and nationally to connect personally with constituents.Complete 70-125 substantial contacts and 18-24 major gift solicitations per year.Prepare written proposals, background reports, and other development materials for use during donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities.Work collaboratively with members of the Annual Giving, Corporations and Foundation Relations, Donor Relations, Alumni Engagement, Communications, and Special Events teams in order to further the fundraising goals for the University.Design and implement a comprehensive development plan to increase philanthropic support for funding priorities established by the University and Academic Partners.Develop effective fundraising strategies in coordination and collaboration with the Senior Director of Development and members of the University Advancement team.Follow up with donors and prospects in a timely manner.Cultivate relationships with diverse communities and individuals that have not otherwise been approached.Steward donors by consistently and thoughtfully reporting on impact in creative and meaningful ways.20% Prospect Management:In collaboration with the Director of Prospect Research, build, develop, and manage a portfolio of 100-150 major and principal gift prospects.Execute timely contact reports. Consistently record and track all activity using the University's prospect management and tracking system.10% Leadership, Philanthropic Strategy, and Planning:Collaborate with staff who provide support to college and department development efforts.Collaborate with other unit-based gift officers to enrich the fundraising team.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree3 years of experience in frontline fundraising or related field.Experience working with or for a non-profitStrong interpersonal skills and a customer service orientation.Demonstrated proficiency in using technology - Microsoft Office suite, Teams and Zoom.Ability to travel at least once a week within Washington State, and outside the state for overnight travel.Preferred Qualifications:Experience working on a campus in the higher education environment.Experience with a Customer Relationship Management System (CRM).Proven success in face-to-face asks and the closing of gifts valued at $25,000 and above.What's in it for you:Salary: Hiring range for position is $86,766 - $99,782/year. Through longevity this position tops out at $112,796/year.Western Washington University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time staff.Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination:Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff.

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