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DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT - WILBUR O. AND ANN POWERS COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
One of the country’s most selective public research universities, Clemson University serves a uniquely driven and highly accomplished student body.
Ranked consistently as one of the best national public university by U.S.News & World Report, Clemson is a science- and engineering-oriented college dedicated to teaching, research and service. Founded in 1889, we remain committed both to world-class research and a high quality of life. In fact, 91 percent of our seniors say they’d pick Clemson again if they had it to do over.
Clemson’s retention and graduation rates rank among the highest in the country for public universities. We’ve been named among the best values by Kiplinger magazine in 2013, and SmartMoney in 2012 ranked us No. 7 in student return on investment.
Our beautiful college campus sits on 1,400 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, along the shores of Hartwell Lake. But we also have research facilities and economic development hubs throughout the state of South Carolina — in Greenville, Greenwood, Columbia and Charleston.
JOB SUMMARY:
Clemson University's University Development Team (UDT) within the Advancement Division is looking for a Director of Development - Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business to fulfill the following duties:
- Serves as Director of Development within the Advancement Division and the University Development Team (UDT).
- Qualifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards philanthropic major gifts ($50K+) from assigned Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business alumni and friends.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
JOB DUTIES:
85% - Essential - Fundraising:
Manages a dynamic portfolio of prospects/donors who have the capacity to make a philanthropic major gift of $50,000 or more. Qualifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards gifts from Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business alumni and friends through a combination of in-person and virtual donor visits and making major gift solicitations. Performance as measured against these goals will be evaluated annually. Executes strategic cultivation and solicitation plans tailored to individual donor's interests, capacity, and philanthropic priorities. Raises a minimum of $1,250,000 on an annual basis with the goals for subsequent years determined in conjunction with the Senior Director.
15% - Essential - Strategic Collaboration & Partnerships:
Executes collaboration efforts across all areas of Advancement to maximize fundraising effectiveness. Articulates Clemson and the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business' mission and vision to inspire constituents and forge strategic partnerships & investments within your donor portfolio.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Bachelor's Degree
Work Experience - 3+ Years related experience in alumni engagement, fundraising, business development, sales, journalism or communications. Preferred experience in front line fundraising with demonstrated ability to close six-figure gifts.
RESPONSIBILITIES
JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitors Budget - Does not provide input but is responsible for monitoring the departmental budget and may oversee fund allocation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
50% - Walk or move about
50% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
WORKING CONDITIONS:
60% - Overnight Travel
WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hours: 37.5/week
COMPENSATION INFORMATION
Expected Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00
Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.
ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL
Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.
DEPARTMENT MARKETING STATEMENT
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JOB LOCATION:
Clemson, SC
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
September 20, 2024 @ 11:59 PM
MILITARY AND VETERAN:
MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
CLOSING STATEMENT:
Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.
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