Director of Development, College of Education and Human Services

University of North Florida, United States

Updated: 1 day ago

Location: Jacksonville, FLORIDA

Job Type: FullTime

Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Information

Job Title	Director of Development, College of Education and Human Services
Position Number	320350
Requisition Number	B08753
Position Type	Administrative
Class Code	9580
Time-limited through	N/A
Type of Appointment	Full-Time
Faculty Position Sub-Type	N/A
Length of Appointment	N/A
Internal Recruitment?	No
Working Hours	M-F 8:00am - 5:00pm; Occ. nights/weekends
Department	College Dev. Officers
Organization	Univ Development/Alumni Engagement
Division	Univ Development/Alumni Engagement
College	College of Education and Human Services
Approved Hiring Salary Range	$100,000.00 to Negotiable
Pay Basis	Annually
Equal Opportunity	In 2020, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the HEED institutions and was recognized as a 2020 Diversity Champion. The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.
Carnegie	UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.
Faculty Initiatives	The University of North Florida promotes the quality and effectiveness of education and strives to maintain the highest standards of academic excellence in all phases of instruction, research/scholarship/creative activity, and service.
General Description / Primary Purpose	The Director of Development, College of Education and Human Services is responsible for all development and fundraising activities in the College.

Essential Duties

Job Function	- Identify, cultivate, solicit and provide stewardship of major donors for College initiatives at the level of 100,000 or more. - Work and maintain a portfolio of 80 or more prospects/donors. - Provide staff support to the College’s Advisory Councils - Work with the Dean, faculty and staff of the College to identify areas for which external support for the College and its programs is appropriate and necessary. - Work with the Dean, faculty and staff of the College in developing strategies and materials for attracting external support for the College at all monetary levels. - Nurture long-term relationships on behalf of the College with contributors including individuals, corporations and foundations for fundraising purposes. - Work with the Dean, AVP for Development and the Director of Planned Giving to seek, on behalf of the College, bequests, trusts and other forms of estate gifts. - Work with the Annual Giving department to coordinate College participation in direct mail, phonathon, and faculty and staff fund drives. - Attend Development and Alumni Engagement team meetings. - Prepare an annual calendar of College public events to serve as both public relations and fundraising tools for the College advancement program. - Develop an annual report of college development activities and accomplishments. - Assist College Alumni Constituent chapters to ensure that they build firm foundations for future relationships through reports from graduates and former students of the College. - Other duties as assigned by the Dean, or AVP for Development in consultation with the Dean, as they relate to a comprehensive, university-wide campaign. During declared campus emergencies, this position may be required to perform specific job-related duties at a designated off campus location or place of residence.
Percentage Of Time	100

Job Function

- Identify, cultivate, solicit and provide stewardship of major donors for College initiatives at the level of 100,000 or more.
- Work and maintain a portfolio of 80 or more prospects/donors.
- Provide staff support to the College’s Advisory Councils
- Work with the Dean, faculty and staff of the College to identify areas for which external support for the College and its programs is appropriate and necessary.
- Work with the Dean, faculty and staff of the College in developing strategies and materials for attracting external support for the College at all monetary levels.
- Nurture long-term relationships on behalf of the College with contributors including individuals, corporations and foundations for fundraising purposes.
- Work with the Dean, AVP for Development and the Director of Planned Giving to seek, on behalf of the College, bequests, trusts and other forms of estate gifts.
- Work with the Annual Giving department to coordinate College participation in direct mail, phonathon, and faculty and staff fund drives.
- Attend Development and Alumni Engagement team meetings.
- Prepare an annual calendar of College public events to serve as both public relations and fundraising tools for the College advancement program.
- Develop an annual report of college development activities and accomplishments.
- Assist College Alumni Constituent chapters to ensure that they build firm foundations for future relationships through reports from graduates and former students of the College.
- Other duties as assigned by the Dean, or AVP for Development in consultation with the Dean, as they relate to a comprehensive, university-wide campaign.
During declared campus emergencies, this position may be required to perform specific job-related duties at a designated off campus location or place of residence.

Percentage Of Time

100

Posting Detail Information

Marginal Functions	May represent the university on local, system-wide or state committees.
Required Qualifications	This position requires either (a) Bachelor’s degree from an acceptable accredited institution in a directly related area of specialization and three years of experience directly related to the job functions; (b) or 7 years of direct experience.
Faculty Position Required Qualifications	n/a
Departmental Requirements	Preference shown to applicants who meet the required qualifications and also possess the following: Experience in fundraising within a higher education setting is preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills. Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail, particularly with regard to content, grammar, formatting and appearance of donor proposals and correspondence. Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills. High degree of initiative and a self-starter. Proven ability to build strong relationships with constituents including donors, prospective donors, corporate leaders, faculty, staff and the public in general. Proven ability to effectively utilize computer application technology, particularly word processors, internet, and electronic mail.
Statement(s) of Understanding Definition	This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check. The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.
Required Licensure or Certification	N/A
Machines/Equipment used regularly	N/A
Anticipated Start Date	07/08/2024
Job Posting Date	03/11/2024
Application Review Date
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled	Yes
Point of Contact Information	Emily Gebbia, 904-620-2177
Hiring Official	Michael McLaughlin and Jennifer Kane
Location if not Jacksonville	N/A
Special Instructions	Applicants must complete an online application at www.unfjobs.org in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not apply online will not be considered for this position. Once you submit your completed application you will receive a conﬁrmation number. Keep the conﬁrmation number for your records. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Emily Gebbia at (904) 620-2177 or at [email protected].
Quicklink	https://www.unfjobs.org/postings/27001

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