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Quick Link for Internal Postings:
https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/24444
Classification Title:
Assistant Director
Working Title:
Assistant Director of Development – #002237
Department:
Office, Assistant VC of Development
Anticipated Hiring Range:
Salary commensurate with experience
About WCU:
Western Carolina University has been named to the 2022 “America’s Best Employers by State” list by Forbes, ranking 14 out of the top 100 employers in North Carolina. Forbes has also ranked Western Carolina University in the Top 100 of America’s Best Midsize Employers for 2023. Western Carolina University is the UNC system’s westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South. WCU’s main campus is nestled in a beautiful valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains, 50 miles west of Asheville. WCU is located just 25 miles from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, one of the nation’s most spectacular and most visited national parks. The entire region is known for its excellent quality of life and access to outdoor activities.
Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans – eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.
Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Paid vacation and sick leave accrual begin after first month of employment. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences – many of which are offered free of charge.
Position Summary:
The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus.
The Assistant Director of Development is an EHRA non-faculty, direct fundraising position that reports to the Senior Director of Development. This position serves as the development office contact for the College of Business and is responsible for the qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for an assigned group of prospects, including individuals and corporations/foundations, with a focus on the identification and qualification of new prospects; and the management and implementation of assigned fundraising projects and achieving the goals of WCU’s comprehensive fundraising campaign.
The Assistant Director position will be a vital component for WCU’s comprehensive capital campaign, which focuses on academic excellence, athletics facilities, and philanthropic engagement. The campaign is currently in the year four of a proposed seven year timeline.
In collaboration and coordination with the Division of Advancement staff, this position is responsible for providing leadership, management, and strategic direction for assigned prospects and projects in line with the University’s comprehensive fundraising campaign and overall University development priorities and policies. Under the direction of the Senior Director of Development, this position will assist in providing overall development leadership and counsel to the Dean(s) and faculty/staff leaders of the assigned college(s) as they develop and execute unit- specific fundraising plans. The position will undertake other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Development and the Vice Chancellor for Advancement.
The Assistant Director of Development will be a fundraising professional who has a demonstrated knowledge of the nature and purpose of public higher education and who has: experience in fundraising and/or customer service skills; strong interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills reflected in an ability to work effectively and collegially with senior management personnel, professional colleagues, and prospects in a team- oriented environment; a high energy level and commitment to professional growth and responsibilities, unquestioned integrity and fiscal accountability, and ability to plan and achieve long and short-term fundraising goals with database documentation of fundraising activity; and exceptional written and oral communication skills.
A working knowledge of the fundamentals of planned giving and annual giving is preferred. The Assistant Director of Development will conduct themselves in a professional and appropriate manner at all times. Additionally, the Assistant Director of Development may be called upon to provide assistance to the Chancellor, Vice Chancellor, Assistant Vice Chancellor and other staff members of Western Carolina University.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
A bachelor’s degree is required.
Experience:
1-2 years experience in a fundraising environment. Other account-based revenue generating experience will be considered such as sales, nonprofit management, grant-writing, investment management, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
-3-4 Years experience in higher education fundraising
-Experience working with the Raiser’s Edge NXT relationship management system
-Experience working within a capital campaign environment
Position Type:
Permanent Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week:
40
Number of Months Per Year:
12
Open Date:
06/07/2023
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
To be considered, you must apply online.
Attach a cover letter, current resume, and a list of references (including complete contact information with name, title, address, email, and phone) to complete the application.
For questions and additional information, please contact ###
Background/E-Verify:
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.
Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.
Credential Verification:
All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.
AA/EOE:
Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at [email protected]
University Safety:
The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.
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