Job Information
Illinois State University Director of Development/Associate Director of Development in Normal, Illinois
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Job Summary
The Director of Development/Associate Director of Development represents Illinois State University in pursuing major gifts (funding commitments of \$25,000 or more made via outright, pledged or planned gift arrangements) from individuals. The individual holding the position will develop and execute strategies and plans to cultivate, solicit and secure major gifts and qualify new major gift prospects. As appropriate, the individual will collaborate with development colleagues working on behalf of ISU colleges or administrative units and with deans, other campus administrative leaders, and faculty/staff.\ \ Primary responsibilities will be implemented through regular and frequent visits and other substantive contacts with constituents.\ \ Significant travel will be an essential part of the position, as well as occasional participation in evening and weekend activities.\ \ This position will interact with a great deal of people who are very important to the University. The effectiveness of this work contributes to an enhanced institutional image, improved internal and external relationships, development of a philanthropic culture on campus, and the ability to generate private funds for the University.
\ Salary Rate / Pay Rate
Commensurate with experience
\ Work Hours
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m with some evening/weekend work
\ Functional Expectations
Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:\ \ Ability to effectively communicate on a daily basis.\ Ability to conduct or attend meetings in various locations on and off campus.\ Ability to perform sedentary work involving sitting the majority of the time.
\ Proposed Starting Date
May 2024
\ Contact Information for Applicants
Kate Childs, Senior Director of Development, kachild1@ilstu.edu, 309-438-5725