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Function:
The purpose of this position is to raise private funding for Boise State
University through individual, corporate, and foundation contributions.
The position is responsible for the identification, cultivation,
solicitation and stewardship of prospective and current major gift
donors to Boise State University. This position will be assigned to the
School of Public Service and the College of Education.
Department Overview:
A nonprofit Idaho organization, the Boise State University Foundation
was established in 1964 for the benefit of Boise State University. We
work to build relationships and support for the university by developing
and nurturing donor-centered relationships and stewarding gifts made in
support of Boise State. The Foundation works closely with university
leadership, the Boise State University Alumni Association, and the
Bronco Athletic Association.
Level Scope:
Recognized subject matter expert who knows how to apply theory and put
it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field
with limited oversight from managers. Independently performs the full
range of responsibilities within the function; requires deep job
knowledge of area typically obtained through higher education combined
with experience. Manages large projects or processes and problems faced
are difficult and often complex; analyzes problems/issues of diverse
scope and determines solutions. May manage programs that include
formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and
resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy. Influences others
regarding policies, practices and procedures.
Essential Functions:
95% of the time the Director of Development must:
- Prepare and implement strategies to attain the College/Unit\'s
annual and campaign development plans. Work with College
administrators, faculty, staff, and designees to identify and define
priority needs to be funded through external support.
- Plans and implements strategies for donor cultivation, solicitation
and stewardship. Raises major gifts through pledges, outright gifts
or deferred gifts.
- Researches and cultivates donors to match the needs of the
College/Unit with interests of prospective donors. Coordinates and
cooperates with the Dean of the college on prospect identification,
cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities.
- Assigns priority to development activities over more programmatic
activities.
- Serves as the main liaison between University Advancement and unit
leadership and faculty.
- Manages relationships with a portfolio of prospective donors with
responsibility for qualification, cultivation, solicitation and
stewardship.
- Monitors and records prospect contacts to ensure positive and
purposeful prospect.
- Implement, coordinate, and execute an effective and efficient donor
relations event and activities strategy.
- Administration of member benefits and fulfillment, includes
maintaining communication with groups.
- Increase fund giving through review of benefits and improved donor
correspondence.
5% of the time the Director of Development must:
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Demonstrated ability to raise major gifts.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and
written.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a
team.
- Demonstrated ability to manage prospects from identification through
stewardship.
- Must be willing to travel.
- Must be organized and demonstrate the ability to work under
pressure.
- Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information.
- Ability to man ge prospects from identification through stewardship.
- Ability to articulate and meet goals/objectives.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Ability to think through complicated processes and have exceptional
problem-solving skills.
Minimum
Qualifications:
Bachelor\'s Degree and 5 years\' experience or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree in development area/fundraising.
- Experience working in higher education.
Salary and Benefit
s:
Salary range starts at \$80,000 annually and is commensurate with
experience. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits
package, including (but not limited to):
12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New
Year\'s
Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and
Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
9.27% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional
and Faculty employees)
11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified
employees)
Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
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