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North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University

Director of Development

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University, Greensboro, North Carolina, us, 27497


Posting Details

Classification InformationClassification TypeEHRA

Position OverviewPrimary Purpose of PositionThis position is responsible for the qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for an assigned group of prospects, including individuals and corporations/foundations, with a focus on major gift activity; identification and qualification of new prospects; and managing assigned fundraising projects.

Primary Function of Organizational UnitThe mission of the division is to expand the University's relationship within the community for the purposes of increasing both the financial and human resources of the University.

To provide operating structure and central administrative support for the Vice Chancellor and the departmental units.

Development creates and maintains funding opportunities through prospect research, cultivation and stewardship.

Our development officers seek to raise private gifts of $25,000 or more for the College of Business and Economics, College of Engineering, College of Science and Technology, College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, College of Agriculture, College of Health and Human Services, College of Education, and the Department of Athletics.

Corporate and foundation support is raised to meet the needs of all academic programs and student scholarships, and the Aggie Athletic Foundation brings major support to athletics through direct funding and corporate sponsorship.

Minimum RequirementsMaster's degree or an equivalent combination of a bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience.

Demonstrated ability to be a highly energetic, self-starting, creative and entrepreneurial professional.

Ability to function in a team-oriented environment; to work independently as required; to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with a broad range of internal and external constituents; maintain confidential information; navigate sensitive situations; and establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Demonstrated integrity, positive attitude, diplomacy, tact.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, EducationThe ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in fundraising in a higher education setting that includes extensive knowledge of fundraising techniques, proposal development, prospect identification, prospect research and cultivation, fund solicitation, successful closure of significant individual and/or corporate/foundation gifts; strong work ethic; and a documented history of portfolio management.

Required License or Certification

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

Position InformationWorking TitleDirector of Development

Position Number009705

Recruitment Salary RangeCommensurate with education and experience

FLSAExempt

Appointment TypePermanent - Full-time

Tenure TrackNo

FTE40 hours/week, 12 months

If Time Limited, Appointment Length

Organizational DivisionAssoc VC for Development

Organizational LocationVC for University Advancement

Organizational UnitMajor & Constituent Giving

Posting Detail InformationPosting NumberEPA2371

Open Date10/04/2024

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled11/15/2024

Open Until FilledNo

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search

Date Position AvailableNovember 15, 2024

Special Instructions to ApplicantYou must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A&T State University permanent employees include the following and more:

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible EmployeesCommunity Service LeaveBlue Cross Blue Shield of NC - Health BenefitsNCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more12 Paid HolidaysTeachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Campus Recreation Center DiscountUniversity Bookstore Discount

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Quick Linkhttps://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/34494