Director of Parent Engagement and Leadership Giving

Posting Details **POSTING INFORMATION Internal Title Director of Parent Engagement and Leadership Giving Position Type Classified Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration Non-Faculty Pay Band 7 Level 4 Department Development Job Purpose The Director of Parent Engagement and Leadership Giving is responsible for developing relationships with the College of Charleston's parent and family constituency base, working ultimately to solicit and close leadership annual gifts to meet the university's key priorities. The Director will coordinate a comprehensive and well-integrated parent and family engagement and fundraising strategy to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward leadership annual gifts ($5,000-$25,000) and multiyear commitments from parent and family donors. The Director will provide strategic vision for the Parent Leadership Society (PLS), a recognition society for parent and family donors who give a minimum of $5,000 to the Parents Fund (unrestricted support) each year. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree required and at least 3 years of experience in parent fundraising (higher education or private schools preferred). Priority will be given to applicants with previous experience in program development as well as managing a portfolio of donors and prospects. Strong planning, organizing, technology and oral/written communications skills are essential, as is the ability to work cooperatively with other staff members and the college community. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess excellent organization, communication, and outward-facing (customer service) skills. Must have considerable experience with computer operations such as Microsoft Office Suite. Additional Comments Regarding Position Must be able to conduct overnight travel. Must have a valid SC or other state driver's license. Evening and weekend work will be occasionally required. Experience working withCRMsoftware (especially fundraising specific CRMs like Raisers EdgeNXT) is preferred but not required. Priority given to applicants who adapt well to evolving technology. Special Instructions to Applicants Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. *Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu. *Salary *$64,642 - $75,000 Posting Date 07/11/2024 Closing Date 07/31/2024 Benefits*

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