Assistant/Associate Director of Development, College of Arts & Architecture

Penn State University•University Park, IL

2d•$59,580 - $108,444•Onsite

About The Position

Penn State is currently seeking a frontline fundraiser in the role of Assistant/Associate Director of Development to engage alumni and friends as partners in supporting the College of Arts & Architecture. As a member of the Division of Development and Alumni Relations (DDAR), you can play an integral role in Penn State’s future and contribute to one of the most successful fundraising and alumni relations operations in the country. Reporting to the Director of Development and Alumni Relations and working closely with the college’s leadership, as well as other partners and central development offices, this Assistant/Associate Director of Development will identify and cultivate a prospect pool of graduates and other key constituencies; articulate Penn State’s needs, ambitions, and values through excellent informal and formal communications, including written proposals; plan and execute solicitation strategies leading to major gifts; and travel extensively throughout the region and across the country to pursue these strategies and build enduring relationships, tracked to a fixed and appropriately aggressive set of fundraising metrics. DDAR is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills required to build relationships with sophisticated and high-net worth audiences
The ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for all students and colleagues
A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team
A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored
Operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties
Valid driver’s license
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

A track record of success in securing major gifts and meeting fundraising goals
Bachelor's Degree No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education.

Responsibilities

Identify and cultivate a prospect pool of graduates and other key constituencies
Articulate Penn State’s needs, ambitions, and values through excellent informal and formal communications, including written proposals
Plan and execute solicitation strategies leading to major gifts
Travel extensively throughout the region and across the country to pursue these strategies and build enduring relationships, tracked to a fixed and appropriately aggressive set of fundraising metrics