Director of Development, Annual Giving

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated). Working Title: Director of Development, Annual Giving Institution: St. Cloud State University Classification Title: MSUAASF Range D Bargaining Unit / Union: 211: Minnesota State University Association of Administrative Service Faculty City: St. Cloud FLSA: Job Exempt Full Time / Part Time: Full time Employment Condition: Unclassified - Unlimited Academic Salary Range: $54,344.00 - $116,608.00 Job Description The Director of Development for Annual Giving is responsible for overall leadership and management of the Universitys annual giving and leadership giving ($1,000+/year) fundraising efforts, including the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors and prospective donors. This position is the Universitys expert in the development and solicitation of annual gifts via mass solicitation techniques including direct mail, e-mail, social media, and telephone; and is responsible for overseeing the marketing of the planned giving program. The position serves as a key member of the development team and works in close collaboration with the overall Advancement & Alumni Engagement team and campus partners. 1. Design, implement, manage and evaluate the Universitys overall annual giving and leadership giving ($1,000+ annual gift) programs. (60%) Lead and manage planning and strategy development, tactical solicitation, coordinating prospect lists, the renewal and reminder system, evaluative matrices, and make personal visit to existing and prospective leadership giving members. Lead and manage the micro-campaigns/crowd-funding process focused on Huskies Athletics, student organizations, affinity groups, programs & colleges, special projects, and other groups related to the University. Lead and manage special fundraising drives and initiatives like #Giving Tuesday, SCSU Giving Week, Faculty/Staff giving, and Give the Max Day. 2. Provide leadership, plan, implement, and carry out development activities for all gift levels (20%) Promote leadership giving and identify ways in which to strengthen the program and increase the number of donors and amount raised. Employs a relationship-oriented approach to secure new, renewed and upgraded gifts of $1,000+ from a portfolio of individuals, corporations and foundations. Manage initiatives, visits, and other activities leading to charitable contributions and work collaboratively with the appropriate personnel in the colleges, schools and departments to carry out these activities. Participate as a member of the University-wide leadership team for prospect coordination. Manage the marketing and promotion of Planned Giving efforts. 3. Serve as the liaison to the Deans, Director and Vice Presidents in the respective colleges/areas in the development and execution of annual giving fundraising plans, solicitation and case stating. Collaboratively work with Marketing Specialist on development of printed and electronic materials. (10%) 4. Participate in special events to cultivate alumni, supporters and friends of the University. (5%) 5. Other duties as assigned as the direction of the Vice President of Advancement and Alumni Engagement. (5%) Minimum Qualifications Masters degree plus three years of relevant fundraising experience or Bachelors Degree and four years of relevant fundraising experience Working knowledge of the Annual Giving profession including metrics, tactics, strategies and projected outcomes for a healthy annual giving campaign Strong project management skills including high level of accuracy, organization and attention to detail Demonstrated skills in interpersonal relationship with the ability to exercise a high level of diplomacy, tact, sound judgment, discretion and confidentiality Superior written, verbal and presentation skills Ability to work as part of a team and build consensus and collaboration, with service-oriented attitude and actions Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and adjust under pressure with minimal direction Competency in constituent management and/or fundraising databases and related tools Competency in Microsoft Office software Demonstrates commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment Preferred Qualification Higher education fundraising experience, especially with annual fund, leadership giving and/or marketing planned giving programs Experience with Blackbaud Raisers Edge Working Conditions Some evening and weekend work required; some overnight travel may be required Physical Effort Ability to lift up to 25lbs. Assist with event delivery which may require moving and lifting boxes and other items. Required Documents (Upload With Application) Resume/CV Cover Letter Three (3) professional references Unofficial transcript(s) Work Shift (Hours / Days of work) 8:00am 4:30pm Monday-Friday Some evening/weekend work and overnight travel may be required About The successful candidate will share St. Cloud States commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSUs Its Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State systems Equity 2030 initiative. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community. Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota State University of Administrative and Service Faculty (MSUAASF) which can be found at https://www.msuaasf.org/ St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Chocoletta Simpson. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121 Benefits Information: At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously. Desired Start Date: 09-01-2025 Position End Date: Open Date: 07-10-2025 Close Date: 07-24-2025 Posting Contact Name: Renee Denise Bertram Posting Contact Email: rdbertram@stcloudstate.edu Information for new and prospective employees Welcome to the Minnesota State career site for external applicants. This page allows you to search for jobs, apply, and check the status of applications at the colleges, universities, and system office of Minnesota State. Those applying for a position will be prompted to create a profile in Workday. Use the sign in link at the top of this page to log in to your profile. Current employees must log in to Workday to apply for positions using the Jobs Hub app. Visit our website to learn more about Working at Minnesota State, including information about compensation and benefits, professional development opportunities, and employee and labor relations. 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