Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:45pm
Job Summary: The Director of Annual Giving is responsible for the planning and execution of a comprehensive annual giving program designed to increase donor participation and giving through marketing, soliciting, acquiring and renewing alumni and friends annual gifts using direct mail, e-solicitation and digital media. Grows the Annual Giving enterprise through the enhanced use of innovative programs such as digital engagement and leadership annual giving.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience in fundraising, sales, communications, marketing, or public relations; OR Master's degree and three (3) years of experience in fundraising, sales, communications, marketing, or public relations.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
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