Director of Development - College of Law
About The Position
The University of Nebraska Foundation is seeking a Director of Development to serve as a trusted, strategic fundraising partner for the College of Law. This role involves building relationships with alumni, community leaders, and donors to align their philanthropy with the College of Law's mission. The position will focus on identifying, cultivating, and stewarding major gift donors, strategizing complex gifts, and fostering a robust community of philanthropic support. The foundation is currently in the public phase of a historic $3 billion campaign, with a specific goal for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. This position is based in the Lincoln office and offers a hybrid work arrangement with travel required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 1-3 years’ experience in a development, fundraising, sales, client-facing role or a related field.
- Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.
- Discretion in handling and navigating confidential matters.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree or JD.
- An affinity with the College of Law or legal community.
- Emotional intelligence, curiosity, and authenticity.
- Interpersonal skills to work with a wide variety of people, including donors, alumni, colleagues and university personnel.
- Self-motivated and proactive individuals.
- Dynamic communicators who can connect with others by listening and asking the right questions.
Responsibilities
- Play a critical role in building a robust community of philanthropic support for law students by partnering with College of Law leadership.
- Build relationships with alumni, community leaders, and donors to align their philanthropy with the College of Law.
- Cultivate donor engagement by actively participating in campus events and fulfilling related responsibilities.
- Plan and implement major gift fundraising strategies including identification, cultivation, and stewardship of donors.
- Strategize complex and impactful gifts with a sophisticated, knowledgeable donor base.
Benefits
- Flexibility for hybrid work.
- Mission-driven work that changes lives and saves lives.
- A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities for your career growth.
- An award-winning wellness program.
- 12 weeks of paid medical leave, including maternity and paternity leave.
- 12 paid holidays and generous vacation time.
- A generous retirement match and multiple incentive compensation programs.
- University of Nebraska tuition reimbursement for you and your dependents.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
