DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT & UNIT LEAD - STUDENT AFFAIRS

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?  

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. 

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

Clemson University's Advancement Division is looking for a Director of Development and Unit Lead for the Division of Student Affairs to fulfill the following duties:

• Serves as Director of Development and Unit Lead for Division of Student Affairs within the Advancement Division. 
   
• Provides strategy, leadership, direction, coordination and management of all levels of giving for assigned units/areas and initiatives that fall outside of an academic college. 
   
• Develops, in collaboration with unit leadership, priorities and philanthropic strategy in accordance with the Clemson Elevate strategic plan. 
   
• Implements the strategy and inspires stakeholder support of priorities to fulfill the mission of the programs and initiatives. 
   
• Communicates, collaborates and coordinates between the assigned units/areas and Advancement, as well as creating productive partnerships with other college/unit fundraising programs. 
   
• Performs other duties as assigned.

50% - Essential - Fundraising: 
Manages a dynamic pool of up to 150 major gift prospects who have the capacity to make gifts in the $50,000 to $1M+ range. Identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards gifts from alumni, parents and friends through 15-17 visits each month. Raises a minimum of $1M annually. Coordinates cultivation, engagement and stewardship opportunities for the Division of Student Affairs and other assigned University-wide initiatives.
30% - Essential - Unit Leadership and Engagement: 
Establishes a strong partnership with key leaders within the Division of Student Affairs and other assigned units/areas. Develops, in collaboration with leadership, priorities and philanthropic strategy in accordance with the Clemson Elevate strategic plan and the assigned units'/areas' mission. Actively engages leaders in the cultivation, engagement and stewardship efforts of top donors and prospects. Serves as the primary liaison and mission critical link between the Advancement Division and the assigned units/areas.
10% - Essential - Strategic Collaboration and Facilitation: 
Utilizes relationships with key leaders to advance the philanthropic strategies and priorities of the assigned units/areas and exceed the annual fundraising goals. Facilitates collaboration with team members across the Advancement Division, including Principal gifts, Planned Giving, Corporate and Foundation Relations, Annual Giving, Alumni Relations, and others who are essential to the fundraising efforts. Participates in the University Development Team's Unit Lead cohort.
10% - Essential - Campaign Pillar Support:
In accordance to Clemson's Fiercely Forward campaign, plays a pivotal role in advancing the campaign's pillars, which include fiercely supporting students, the Clemson experience, exceptional faculty and graduate education, state-of-the-art facilities, and Clemson's future; Engages with donors and alumni to secure major gifts that will help Clemson to maintain its position as a world-class institution and to continue making a positive impact on the world; Manages the Student Affairs Campaign Cabinet.

Education -  Bachelor's Degree - Related experience in fundraising and development in higher education

Work Experience - 3+ years

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitors Budget - Does not provide input but is responsible for monitoring the departmental budget and may oversee fund allocation.

Walk or move about
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself (50%)
Recognize or inspect visually

  50% - Overnight Travel

Standard Hours: 37.5/week

Expected Salary Range: $ 78.496.00 - $ 105,000.00
 

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

Clemson, SC

November 14, 2024 @ 11:59 PM

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.      

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.         

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