Resource Development Manager - MnSCU Academic Professional 2

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities • Saint Paul, MN

1d • $26 - $37

About The Position

Resource Development Manager plays a key role in advancing the mission of the Advancement division of Saint Paul College by leading fundraising and contributing to grant writing efforts. This position is responsible for managing and implementing giving programs, and coordinating grant writing- to ensure that both the college and the Friends of Saint Paul College Foundation secure the resources needed to support its strategic goals and initiatives. In addition to fundraising, the Resource Development Manager cultivates meaningful relationships with constituents, enhancing the college's visibility and impact. The role also aligns development strategies with the Advancement division's annual signature events and works collaboratively with internal college partners to foster a culture of philanthropy and engagement.

Requirements

• At least two years of full-time experience in fundraising, grant management, or a closely related field. (A bachelors degree combined with experience creating business proposals or data-informed presentations that resulted in funding or programmatic support may substitute for one year of experience.)
• Strong interest in education and ability to develop and maintain excellent relationships with donors, alumni, academic colleagues, fundraising professionals, and volunteers.
• Familiarity with current best practices in fundraising, including annual, endowed, and planned giving strategies.
• Ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a collaborative environment.
• Exceptional organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, with strong problem-solving and interpersonal abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using donor management systems such as Raiser's Edge or similar CRM platforms.
• Experience working in a higher education setting.
• Experience working with or for a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Responsibilities

• Giving programs
• Grant management
• Advancement events support
• Foundation and college support

Benefits

• At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE!
• Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.
• We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees