Job Information
Sam Houston State University Director of Development in Huntsville, Texas
Requisition: 202400053ES
Hiring Salary: Yearly-Administrative
Department: Development
General Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field with five years of experience in fundraising, or a related field required. Experience in higher education preferred. Demonstrated success in closing several $25K+ gifts preferred. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.
Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:
Reports to the Associate Vice President of Development, the Director of Development will focus on identifying and cultivating prospects with an emphasis on gifts of $25,000 and above. The Director will assess the interests and desires of these prospects and work to align their philanthropy with the various divisions and departments within the College of Business.
Primary Responsibilities (Staff Positions Only):
Builds an active portfolio of 30 – 50 prospective donors. Engages in qualification, strategy development, relationship building, and closing of gifts at $25,000+ for the College of Business. Participates in goal setting, proposal preparation, strategy development, and stewardship as required for donors in the portfolio. Successfully and consistently delivers funding proposals to prospective and current donors. Effectively works with, communicates with, and collaborates with faculty, academic leaders, and other development colleagues to develop campus-wide funding opportunities and reaching goals. Maintains appropriate electronic documentation on a timely basis, including engagement activities, proposal tracking, contact reports, donor strategies, and forecasting. Demonstrates an ability to execute successful full-cycle donor strategy. Shows willingness to collaborate and work as part of a team. Must communicate with existing donors on a regular basis for continued cultivation and retention. Must work effectively with the Dean, Associate Deans, Chairs, Faculty, and Advisory Board to develop strategies for specific fundraising needs. Collaborates with colleagues across the university to fulfill donor goals and objectives and to implement appropriate stewardship and recognition. Actively participates in College and University events and participates in any special project fundraising for university priorities as assigned by executive leadership. Performs other duties as assigned.