Senior Director of Development

Location: Town of Florida
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Job Description

Job Description

Job Description
** Join the Indian River State College Team – Exceptional Benefits Await You!
** At Indian River State College, you’ll do more than just build a career—you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty. In return, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote your well-being, secure your future, and enhance your work-life balance.
** Comprehensive Health Coverage
** We prioritize your health with Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Life insurance and Supplemental plans to help you stay physically and mentally well with access to essential wellness resources.

We offer PPO and HMO plans with an affordable cost. (PPO/HMO option with $50 per month for individual coverage and $180 per month for family coverage)
** Retirement Plans for a Secure Future
** Plan for a bright future with our robust retirement options, rarely matched in the private sector. Secure your financial future with state retirement options through the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and additional investment opportunities like tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
** Generous Paid Time Off
** Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample vacation, personal, and sick leave. Recharge and return to work refreshed and motivated.
** Employee Discounts**:
Enjoy exclusive discounts on various services, including tickets to popular attractions in the area.
** Professional Growth Opportunities
** Build your career with purpose by engaging in meaningful projects and professional development opportunities. Indian River State College provides the tools and support needed to help you reach your full potential.

The Indian River State College Foundation is dedicated to transforming lives through education and community engagement. We're looking for a Senior Director of Development to spearhead our Major Gifts and Planned Giving programs in Martin County, helping us reach new heights in fundraising and donor engagement.

If you're excited about the opportunity to lead our Major Gifts and Planned Giving efforts and help shape the future of the Indian River State College Foundation, we want to hear from you! Apply today and be part of a team that’s making a real impact.
** QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
** Primary purpose of this position is to implement of fund-raising programs, campaigns, and activities for the IRSC Foundation, with specific responsibility for the Major Gifts and Planned Giving.  To identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward leadership gifts; successfully stewarding donors to increased engagement and planned giving. Will work closely with the Vice President of Institutional Advancement and the development staff in the development of major and planned gifts strategies, and provide leadership and support to Development Directors and Associate Development Directors.
** ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
*** Bachelor’s degree required, with seven years of experience in a professional fundraising environment preferred.
* Evidence of a successful track record of securing funding and leadership of successful advancement efforts with considerable, successful, experience in Major Gifts and Planned Giving at an institution of higher learning.
* Knowledge of the Indian River State College service district (Martin, St. Lucie, Okeechobee and Indian River Counties) community and nonprofit sector, with specific knowledge of Martin and St. Lucie Counties preferred. Certification as a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) preferred.
* Must be able to demonstrate the ability to close; proven fundraising track record with experience identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding high-level donors.
* Demonstrate high levels of drive, ownership-mentality and self-motivation, while working collaboratively with larger team to achieve overarching goals.
* Flexibility to shift focus rapidly in a…