Senior Development Officer*
Position Type:
Classified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration:
Non-Faculty
Pay Band:
8
Level:
3
Department:
Development
Job Purpose:
The Senior Development Officer (SDO) is a key member of the major gift fundraising team within the Division of Institutional Advancement. A successful SDO will be a proactive and collaborative member of this dynamic team and a champion for the College’s highest funding priorities as we continue to plan for its next campaign. One of the College’s core values is integrity, and the SDO will help foster a community that demonstrates respect for self, others and place.
The SDO develops and manages key major donor relationships to secure gifts for the College’s top strategic priorities. The SDO also aligns with the College of Charleston Honors College and Libraries to secure and grow major gift commitments. The SDO is responsible for raising at least $1,000,000 in new commitments annually.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of related experience in alumni/development activities that demonstrate leadership and accomplishment in moves management, gift solicitation and closes at $50,000+. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Must be self-motivated, energetic and able to work effectively with executives, managers, volunteers, alumni, donors and College personnel. Ability to work in team atmosphere is essential and must demonstrate successful time management techniques and the skill to provide leadership and support to colleagues.
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills. Must have strong interpersonal skills. Must be able to work on several projects concurrently while meeting deadlines. Analytical skills are required. Ability to develop solicitation strategies around top university objectives/funding priorities.
Additional Comments Regarding Position:
Evening and weekend work is required. Regular overnight travel expected.
*This position is hybrid work eligible (works remotely at least 1 day per week but not full time).
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.
Candidates must submit a Professional Philosophy Statement that addresses the following four questions:
Salary:
**$73,748 – $85,000
Posting Date:
10/24/2023
Closing Date:
11/08/2023
Benefits:
Open Until Filled:
No
Posting Number:
2023181
EEO Statement:
The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
Quicklink for Posting:
https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/14615
Activity:
School Development Liaison:
Essential or Marginal:
Essential
Percent of Time:
40
Activity:
Regional Travel:
Essential or Marginal:
Essential
Percent of Time:
30
Activity:
Portfolio Management:
Essential or Marginal:
Essential
Percent of Time:
25
Activity:
Development Team:
Essential or Marginal:
Marginal
Percent of Time:
5
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