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Missouri State University Posting Details in Springfield, Missouri
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title Director of Development - West Plains
Work Location West Plains Campus
Department Development
HR Home Department 090102 DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Pay Grade 44
Proposed Salary Commensurate with experience
Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants.
Appointment Type Full Time Regular
Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt
General Function
The Director of Development – West Plains works directly with the Vice President for University Advancement and Assistant Vice President of Development & Strategy to identify, cultivate, and solicit potential donors and grow philanthropic participation for the institution. The Director also works closely with Advancement leadership, University administration, and appropriate faculty on campus to support the philanthropic strategic mission.
This role works collaboratively with the Executive Director of Prospect Development in determining which donors and prospects in their portfolio (consisting of alumni, friends, parents, businesses, foundations, and organizations) to approach based on research and other criteria. This collaborative effort, which may include the Chancellor and others from time to time, also assists in determining how to approach each potential donor, whether the potential donor would be more receptive to a formal written proposal or a verbal proposal, discussing options for potential outright and/or estate gifts, ways of giving, negotiating the policies and procedures for administration of their gifts, determining when travel to meet with donors is appropriate, exercising budgetary authority over the their travel and development budget, etc.
The position will coordinate and manage projects with appropriate University Advancement representatives for the MSU West Plains annual giving program, including direct solicitation through mail and social media, digital and web-based solicitations, and marketing to raise funds for University priorities.
Description of Primary Duties
The Director of Development – West Plains works directly with the Vice President for University Advancement and Assistant Vice President of Development & Strategy to identify, cultivate, and solicit potential donors and grow philanthropic participation for the institution. The Director also works closely with Advancement leadership, University administration, and appropriate faculty on campus to support the philanthropic strategic mission.
This role works collaboratively with the Executive Director of Prospect Development in determining which donors and prospects in their portfolio (consisting of alumni, friends, parents, businesses, foundations, and organizations) to approach based on research and other criteria. This collaborative effort, which may include the Chancellor and others from time to time, also assists in determining how to approach each potential donor, whether the potential donor would be more receptive to a formal written proposal or a verbal proposal, discussing options for potential outright and/or estate gifts, ways of giving, negotiating the policies and procedures for administration of their gifts, determining when travel to meet with donors is appropriate, exercising budgetary authority over the their travel and development budget, etc.
The position will coordinate and manage projects with appropriate University Advancement representatives for the MSU West Plains annual giving program, including direct solicitation through mail and social media, digital and web-based solicitations, and marketing to raise funds for University priorities.
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Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree is required. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of education requirements.
Experience: At least three years of successful professional experience is required, preferably in higher education fundraising or in a related career with a comparable, demonstrated, successful track record.
Skills: Exceptional interpersonal skills with all age groups are required. Strong oral and written communication skills are required. Organizational skills, particularly planning, setting deadlines, and evaluating progress, are required. Computer literacy, particularly in word processing, using Internet resources, and using databases, is required. Must be a self-starter committed to follow through. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required. Experience working effectively in a diverse environment is preferred.
Other: The job frequently requires travel and attendance at evening and weekend activities, meetings, events, seminars, and workshops.
Additional Qualifications
Link to Job Description https://www.missouristate.edu/Human/JobDescriptions/1237.htm
Open Date 09/26/2024
Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)
Special Instructions to Applicants
The first date of consideration is October 21, 2024 and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Official transcripts required at time of hire.
Please note that the correct link to the full job description can be found at: https://www.missouristate.edu/Human/JobDescriptions/1237.htm
EO/AA and Diversity Statement
Non-discrimination statement
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator (https://www.missouristate.edu/TitleIX/default.htm) , Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, TitleIX@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252 (tel:+1-417-836-4252) , or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance (https://www.missouristate.edu/Equity/default.htm) , Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Equity@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252 (tel:+1-417-836-4252) , or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)
Background Check Statement
Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.
Posting Detail
Posting Number 20240242FTS
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/77447
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts - 1
Optional Documents
Letter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)
Letter of Recommendation-2 (Non-confidential)
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