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The University Of Chicago

Laboratory Schools: Director of Development and Campaign Manager

The University Of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Laboratory Schools: Director of Development and Campaign ManagerLocations: Chicago, IL

Time Type: Full time

Posted on: Posted Yesterday

Job Requisition ID: JR27638

DepartmentLab School Alumni Relations & Development

About the DepartmentAt the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, students in Nursery through Grade 12 experience a world-class educational journey. Founded in 1896 by John Dewey, Lab continues to provide excitement and imagination in learning. We honor diversity and kindness, ensuring a community where young people feel a deep sense of belonging.

Lab seeks the finest employees to join our vibrant community. We employ people with a wide range of skills who share a love of learning.

Job SummaryThe Alumni Relations & Development department at the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools is recruiting talented and energetic advancement professionals for the schools’ next campaign. The Director of Development & Campaign Manager (DOD) will lead key functions that support the schools’ major gifts and annual giving program.

The DOD will supervise major gift officers, the Director of Annual Giving, and other team members. The role includes managing a portfolio of major gifts prospects and participating in planning and departmental meetings.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and partnership to the Associate Director of Schools for Alumni Relations & Development.

Build and manage a prospect portfolio of individuals and families.

Develop cultivation and solicitation plans tailored to specific donors.

Assist Lab’s Director of ARD with regular meetings to understand programs and resource needs.

Collaborate with University ARD offices to ensure shared services are utilized.

Participate in and be visible in the life of Lab Schools.

Manage department strategies to achieve University fundraising goals.

Perform other related work as needed.

Minimum QualificationsEducation:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field.Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Preferred QualificationsEducation:

Bachelor's degree.Experience:

A minimum of seven years or more in philanthropic leadership including campaign management.

Application Documents

Resume (required)

Cover Letter (required)

Three professional writing samples (required)

Three Professional References (required)

When applying, the documents

MUST

be uploaded via the

My Experience

page.

Job FamilyAlumni Relations & Development

Role ImpactPeople Manager

FLSA StatusExempt

Pay FrequencyMonthly

Scheduled Weekly Hours40

Benefits EligibleYes

Drug Test RequiredNo

Health Screen RequiredNo

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry RequiredNo

Posting StatementThe University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.

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