Director of Development

The School of Physical Sciences (SoPS) is seeking a development professional who works collaboratively with the Executive Director of Development (EDoD), the Director of Communications for the SoPS, and University Advancement (UA) to contribute to the development program and secure significant philanthropic investments to support the SoPS. The primary activity of the Director of Development (DoD) is externally focused to secure private philanthropic support and the DoD's effectiveness will be evaluated on the ability to achieve financial goals and meet metrics.

Under the general direction of the EDoD, the DoD develops strategies to manage and enhance the annual fund and major gifts programs for the SoPS. The DoD is expected to serve as a member of the School's Advancement team, and to also be a highly collaborative colleague with other development officers across the campus. Our office works on coordinated hybrid schedules to meet the business needs of leadership and our clients.

This position will begin on-site and - with leadership approval - may be eligible for a hybrid schedule of no less than three days on site per week.

The identification of essential functions below is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to this position if such duties reasonably relate to the position.

Plans, organizes, and directs large-scale, fundraising campaigns which include multiple components, including related special event planning. May serve as an expert or lead development professional in a specific academic discipline. Develops and coordinates guest and participant lists, including developing and maintaining databases of participants, potential and invited speakers, faculty, and administrators. Tracks responses to invitations, sends reminders, guidance and other information to participants, guests, and leadership.

Staffs and serves as event lead for logistics during event functions. Attend and arrange additional event staffing. Recruit, train, and support new and repeat student, faculty and staff volunteers needed for each event. Coordinates and arranges travel, lodging meals as needed. 25%

Ensures that predetermined fundraising goals are met and implements program activities to achieve these goals. Conducts at least 12 substantive meaningful contacts per month;
Qualifies 40 new major gift prospects through personal appointments, annually;
Secures $1,000,000 annually in new gifts and commitments for the SoPS 30%

Develops and manages a dynamic major gift portfolio to identify, qualify, cultivate, directly solicit and steward prospects with the capacity to make contributions of at least $25,000. May include corporate and foundation prospects, and contributions at a variety of levels. Writes proposals for solicitation of individual, corporate, and/or foundation prospects. 20%

Works with the Executive Director of Development, the Dean, department chairs, and center directors to identify, assess, and prioritize funding opportunities within the School. Fosters successful fundraising in the School by preparing the Dean and other academic leaders to participate routinely and effectively in development activities and prospect appointments. Works routinely and closely with academic leadership, key faculty, and Advancement colleagues to support the Dean's fundraising priorities including administrative and operational needs of the department.

In collaboration with the Director of Communications, prepares PowerPoint presentations, speaking engagement materials (including speaking remarks and faculty bios) for the Dean, manages resources, develops, and implements procedures for internal records management for donor events. 10%

Collaborates with various UA offices and functions - including stewardship, research and prospect management, financial services, annual giving, and development to advance prospect strategies;
Uses the UA prospect management and tracking system. Participates as directed by the Executive Director of Development, as a member of the UA constituent development team in development activities across campus and serves as a resource to other unit-based development colleagues about the School’s fundraising opportunities. Manages prospect and donor contacts, contact reports, and donor proposals. Assists in identifying relevant alumni from the SoPS four departments and prospective donors, including basic…