Senior Director of Development

Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Senior Director of Development. The Senior Director of Development will provide leadership in the Development and Alumni Office through identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major and principle gift prospects for the Foundation.  In addition, the Senior Director will lead and manage the Alumni Coordinator position, as well as assist the Vice President of Advancement with all aspects of the department, including strategic planning, campaign preparation and the creation and execution of new ideas/events/programs to raise new funds for the University.
* Identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors, with an emphasis on gifts above $25,000.
* Work on building a donor pipeline through prospect identification activities, including participation at external events, utilize moves management strategy for donor progression and create creative stewardship methods.
* Lead and manage the Alumni Coordinator position, which oversees all alumni relations efforts.
* With the Vice President of Advancement, plan and execute annual and strategic plans for the division.
* Serve as the Advancement liaison to one of the three schools within Nevada State University.
* Attend internal and external events to represent the Division of Advancement and Nevada State University.
* Embrace a fast moving team environment and work with colleagues with a spirit of partnership, transparency and fiscal responsibility.
* Support the Vice President of Advancement and the other members of the division in furthering the mission of Nevada State University.
* Bachelor’s degree.
* A minimum of five (5) years experience in fundraising.
* Knowledge and experience in donor qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship or other equivalent/transferable knowledge.
* Documented results with soliciting and closing major gifts.
* Ability to work strategically and creatively with teams of faculty, staff and volunteers in raising major gifts.
* Knowledge of alumni relations strategies for success.
* Ability to work independently, in teams and with other divisions across campus.
* Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).
* Experience with Raiser’s Edge software.
* Management experience.
* Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;
* Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and Nevada State University;
* Names and contact information of three references (you will be notified before references are contacted).Having been established in 2002, Nevada State University places a special emphasis on the advancement of a diverse and largely underserved student population. Located on a developing 512-acre campus in the foothills of Henderson, Nevada, the university emphasizes high-quality instruction, exemplary service, engaging learning experiences and innovation as a means to more efficient, effective outcomes in all corners of the campus.

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