Associate Director, Law School Advancement (Annual Giving)

William and Mary, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Williamsburg, VIRGINIA
Job Type: FullTime

Position Information
Position Information


Position Number FP411W
Position Title Associate Director, Law School Advancement (Annual Giving)
Employment Category Full Time Professional
Location William & Mary
Department 3N5000 Law Alumni Affairs & Development
Unit Mission Statement
William & Mary Law School provides an exceptional education for tomorrow’s lawyers. As the nation’s first law school, we maintain an enduring tradition of intellectual and professional excellence. We improve legal systems here and abroad through a commitment to the classroom, influential scholarship, and service to the public. Our students become highly skilled advocates, ready to serve their clients and their communities with thoughtful engagement and unwavering integrity. We recognize the challenges of our history and our responsibility to pursue the realization of justice through the rule of law. Above all, we strive to be a diverse and close-knit community, inclusive in the broadest sense and defined by a shared commitment to the rigorous and open-minded study of the law.
Position Summary
The Associate Director, Law School Advancement (Annual Giving) will be responsible for developing, planning, and implementing the Annual Giving campaigns for the William & Mary Law School. This position will work to increase alumni giving participation and donations to the Law School using established and innovative engagement strategies. Additionally, this position will work on student philanthropy at the Law School with all three classes. The Associate Director, Law School Advancement (Annual Giving) will be a member of the Advancement team and will work closely with alumni volunteers to improve participation rates and increase giving totals.
Conditions of Employment
Occasional evening and weekend work will be required. Travel may be required.
Essential Designation No
FLSA Exempt
Position Restricted? No, this is a continuing E&G funded position
Position Term 12 month - Continuing
Position Months
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience
  • Experience working for a non-profit or foundation
  • Three or more years experience in annual giving or related fields
  • Experience working with database applications and CRM systems
  • Intermediate proficiency using Microsoft 365 applications and experience running reports
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including excellent proofreading skills and proven editing and writing skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with a commitment to exceptional customer service and support, the ability to interact with a wide range of internal and external constituents, and proven negotiating, influencing, and coaching skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge and experience using Blackbaud programming
  • Demonstrated project management experience in a related field
Is the position remote work eligible? Hybrid (works remotely at least 1 day per week but not full-time)
Remote Work Disclaimer
Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.
Advertised Pay Range up to $65,000 commensurate with experience
Advertised Pay Range Statement
University Salary Range U10
Benefits Summary Statement
William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none
Job Open Date 12/12/2023
Review Begin Date 01/08/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Application Instructions
For priority consideration, apply by the review date. Position is open until filled. 
Background Check Statement
William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
EEO Statement
William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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