Director of Development, College of Arts and Sciences

Title: Director of Development, College of Arts and Sciences
Division Name: University Advancement
Department: Development-Fundraising
Campus

Location:

Normal, IL

Job Summary

The Director of Development serves as the development liaison to the College of Arts and Sciences (the College) and represents the College in pursuing major gifts (funding commitments of $25,000 or more made via outright, pledged, or planned gift arrangements). The individual holding this position will develop and execute strategies and plans to cultivate, solicit, and secure major gifts and qualify new major gift prospects.

The individual will work in close collaboration with the Dean of the College and will work as needed with other administrators, faculty, and staff of the College. As appropriate, the individual will collaborate with other development officers working on behalf of Illinois State University's other colleges and administrative units.

Primary responsibilities will be implemented through regular and frequent visits and other substantive contacts with constituents to facilitate major gift support. Significant travel will be an essential part of the position, as well as occasional participation in evening and weekend activities.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$70,000- $86,000 Salary Rate

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

At least 1 year of development/fundraising experience or equivalent work experience in areas that demonstrate the capacity for success in major gift fundraising.

Ability to work in a goal-oriented environment.

Ability to work under broad policy guidance and exercise sound judgment when making critical decisions under varying degrees of pressure.

Outstanding interpersonal skills.

Ability to work in a collaborative environment in which both teamwork and individual initiative are necessary.

Highly motivated, assertive, and organized.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Ability to work with diverse constituencies, including donors, alumni, faculty, staff, students, and select corporations and foundations.

Ability to complete work under deadlines.

Understanding and commitment to the mission of higher education in general and specifically the mission of Illinois State University and the College of Arts and Sciences.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in successful major gift fundraising.

Experience working in higher education, with preference for experience working with and/or knowledge of liberal arts and sciences disciplines.

Work Hours

8am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

Remain at a workstation for extended periods

Move about in various locations on and off campus as needed to complete day-to-day work

Effectively communicate on a daily basis

Proposed Starting Date

December 2025

Required Applicant Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Reference List

Please note that these documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process.

Special Instructions for Applicants

University Benefit Highlights:

• Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
• Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
• Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
• Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
• Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information can be reviewed at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Contact Information for Applicants

Mark Wunder, mvwunde

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access.

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