East Carolina University
Director of Development, University Scholarships
East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, United States, 27834
Posting Details
Position InformationJob TitleDirector of Development, University Scholarships
Position Number500549
Vacancy Open toAll Candidates
DepartmentUAH Major Gifts
Department Homepagegive.ecu.edu
Advertising DepartmentUNIVERSITY DEVELOPMENT
DivisionUniversity Advancement
Classification TitleDirector Professional
Working TitleDirector of Development, University Scholarships
Number of Vacancies2
Full Time Equivalent (FTE)1.0
Full Time or Part TimeFull Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.$52,889 - $70,000
Position Location (City)Greenville
Position TypeNon-Faculty
Job CategoryNon-Faculty Staff Professional
Organizational Unit OverviewThe Division of University Advancement is the friend-raising and fund-raising arm of the general academic areas of the university; therefore, all of its activities are designed to generate support, financial or otherwise for East Carolina University. The units and subunits within the division work together to identify, involve, cultivate, and solicit alumni and friends of the university to gain financial support from the private sector for the purpose of enhancing the long- and short-range growth and welfare of the university. The Office of the Vice Chancellor for University Advancement is responsible for the following diverse units: Alumni Relations, ECU Foundation, Medical and Health Sciences Foundation of ECU and University Development
Job DutiesThe Director of Development is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with a wide variety of constituents including alumni, donors, divisional colleagues, campus partners, and volunteers.The Director of Development will regularly communicate with previous scholarship recipients and current scholarship supporters.The Director of Development will build a growing pipeline of philanthropic gifts from young alumni and future major prospects that will support strategic initiatives, particularly annually funded scholarships and student experiential learning opportunities.The Director of Development will work closely with the Regional Gift Team, Prospect Development team, ECU Foundation Director of Development, Annual Giving team, Alumni Relations team, the Honors College, and the Office of Scholarships.75% - Fundraising and Donor Engagement
The Director of Development will manage a portfolio to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward leadership annual giving and major gift prospects who are interested in giving to student support funds.The Director of Development will meet face to face and virtually with prospective and current donors who live locally and in designated regions including but not limited to North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia.The Director of Development will coordinate with divisional and campus partners to provide opportunities for prospective and current donors to interact with current ECU students and campus leaders on and off campus.The Director of Development will develop ideas for personalized touch points for current and prospective donors.The Director of Development will work consistently and accurately with the alumni and donor database to ensure that contacts, solicitations, and other donor activities are entered in a timely manner and donor records are accurate.
25%- Scholarship Content Expert
The Director of Development will work closely with the Regional Gift Team, Prospect Development team, Annual Giving team, Alumni Relations team, the Honors College, and the Office of Scholarships to maximize scholarship fundraising efforts.The Director of Development will maintain robust knowledge of student support funding priorities and regularly communicate those priorities to the fundraising teams.The Director of Development will work closely with the ECU Foundation Director of Development to oversee the scholarship administration and donor stewardship processes within each college and unit.
Minimum Education/Experience
A Bachelor's degreeA minimum of 2 years of full-time professional experience working in a relationship-based role or other related professionsDemonstrated experience managing multiple tasks in an environment of frequent interruptionsMust be proficient using Microsoft Office softwareLicense or Certification Required by Statute or RegulationNone
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
Strong organization and interpersonal skills with a solid attention to detailStrong active listening skillsExhibit time management skills that allow for appropriate follow up and adaptation to emerging needsUnderstanding of the culture and mechanics of higher education fundraisingFamiliarity with software like Blackbaud, Ascend, Agilon ONE, and ThankViewDemonstrated appetite for being an effective team playerFamiliarity with ECU
Demonstrated success in overcoming barriers and problem solvingExceptional relationship building skillsGoals oriented, exhibit a strong work ethic, and motivated to be an effective member of this mission driven organizationWilling to approach roles and tasks with a commitment to the mission and values of East Carolina University
Special Instructions to ApplicantEast Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Additional Instructions to ApplicantIn order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Open Date10/24/2024
Open Until FilledYes
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.
Initial Screening Begins11/07/2024
Rank Level
Quick Link for Direct Access to Postinghttps://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/81566
AA/EOEEast Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or
ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu .
Eligibility for EmploymentFinal candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU 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.
Department for People Operations, Success, and OpportunityIf you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.
Position InformationJob TitleDirector of Development, University Scholarships
Position Number500549
Vacancy Open toAll Candidates
DepartmentUAH Major Gifts
Department Homepagegive.ecu.edu
Advertising DepartmentUNIVERSITY DEVELOPMENT
DivisionUniversity Advancement
Classification TitleDirector Professional
Working TitleDirector of Development, University Scholarships
Number of Vacancies2
Full Time Equivalent (FTE)1.0
Full Time or Part TimeFull Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.$52,889 - $70,000
Position Location (City)Greenville
Position TypeNon-Faculty
Job CategoryNon-Faculty Staff Professional
Organizational Unit OverviewThe Division of University Advancement is the friend-raising and fund-raising arm of the general academic areas of the university; therefore, all of its activities are designed to generate support, financial or otherwise for East Carolina University. The units and subunits within the division work together to identify, involve, cultivate, and solicit alumni and friends of the university to gain financial support from the private sector for the purpose of enhancing the long- and short-range growth and welfare of the university. The Office of the Vice Chancellor for University Advancement is responsible for the following diverse units: Alumni Relations, ECU Foundation, Medical and Health Sciences Foundation of ECU and University Development
Job DutiesThe Director of Development is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with a wide variety of constituents including alumni, donors, divisional colleagues, campus partners, and volunteers.The Director of Development will regularly communicate with previous scholarship recipients and current scholarship supporters.The Director of Development will build a growing pipeline of philanthropic gifts from young alumni and future major prospects that will support strategic initiatives, particularly annually funded scholarships and student experiential learning opportunities.The Director of Development will work closely with the Regional Gift Team, Prospect Development team, ECU Foundation Director of Development, Annual Giving team, Alumni Relations team, the Honors College, and the Office of Scholarships.75% - Fundraising and Donor Engagement
The Director of Development will manage a portfolio to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward leadership annual giving and major gift prospects who are interested in giving to student support funds.The Director of Development will meet face to face and virtually with prospective and current donors who live locally and in designated regions including but not limited to North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia.The Director of Development will coordinate with divisional and campus partners to provide opportunities for prospective and current donors to interact with current ECU students and campus leaders on and off campus.The Director of Development will develop ideas for personalized touch points for current and prospective donors.The Director of Development will work consistently and accurately with the alumni and donor database to ensure that contacts, solicitations, and other donor activities are entered in a timely manner and donor records are accurate.
25%- Scholarship Content Expert
The Director of Development will work closely with the Regional Gift Team, Prospect Development team, Annual Giving team, Alumni Relations team, the Honors College, and the Office of Scholarships to maximize scholarship fundraising efforts.The Director of Development will maintain robust knowledge of student support funding priorities and regularly communicate those priorities to the fundraising teams.The Director of Development will work closely with the ECU Foundation Director of Development to oversee the scholarship administration and donor stewardship processes within each college and unit.
Minimum Education/Experience
A Bachelor's degreeA minimum of 2 years of full-time professional experience working in a relationship-based role or other related professionsDemonstrated experience managing multiple tasks in an environment of frequent interruptionsMust be proficient using Microsoft Office softwareLicense or Certification Required by Statute or RegulationNone
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
Strong organization and interpersonal skills with a solid attention to detailStrong active listening skillsExhibit time management skills that allow for appropriate follow up and adaptation to emerging needsUnderstanding of the culture and mechanics of higher education fundraisingFamiliarity with software like Blackbaud, Ascend, Agilon ONE, and ThankViewDemonstrated appetite for being an effective team playerFamiliarity with ECU
Demonstrated success in overcoming barriers and problem solvingExceptional relationship building skillsGoals oriented, exhibit a strong work ethic, and motivated to be an effective member of this mission driven organizationWilling to approach roles and tasks with a commitment to the mission and values of East Carolina University
Special Instructions to ApplicantEast Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Additional Instructions to ApplicantIn order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Open Date10/24/2024
Open Until FilledYes
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.
Initial Screening Begins11/07/2024
Rank Level
Quick Link for Direct Access to Postinghttps://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/81566
AA/EOEEast Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or
ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu .
Eligibility for EmploymentFinal candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU 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.
Department for People Operations, Success, and OpportunityIf you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.