Director of Donor Relations for the Robert H. Smith School of Business
Job Description
Position Number:
129155Title:
DirectorFunctional Title:
Director of Donor Relations for the Robert H. Smith School of BusinessCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.00Unit:
VPUR-DevelopmentCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Robert H. Smith School of Business seeks a Director of Donor Relations who will help to ensure the school’s donors are appropriately, and strategically, engaged and stewarded. This individual will set priorities for multiple donor relations projects and will help identify and advance stewardship methods. They will also oversee and implement Smith School donor recognition, contact, and cultivation for future gifts. The Director will monitor the designation and use of gifts, as well as assist with the planning and execution of Smith School donor events. In collaboration with the Smith School’s Dean, Chief Development Officer, and additional colleagues within the school and central offices, this person will be primarily responsible for nurturing donor relationships and facilitating communications and events that inspire donors to support the school to their fullest potential.
The Director will manage all acknowledgements and communications to donors on the impact of their gifts and lead high level and small-scale donor engagement events for the Smith School. They will also run and advance the school’s Dean Circle recognition society, implement, and update all donor recognition signage, and manage all fund stewardship, administration, and reporting.
The Director will serve as a Smith School resource, expert, and administrator for all aspects of donor relations. They will report to the Chief Development Officer and manage one full time staff member.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
Experience:
- Five years of related experience, preferably in donor relations or development.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to provide a strategic framework and an implementation process to the donor relations efforts.
- Ability to work on multi-faceted and detail driven projects, as well as completing those projects within the given deadlines and budget.
- Demonstrated ability to plan and execute exclusive events.
- Highly collaborative style with the energy, maturity and leadership to serve as a unifying force and position stewardship discussions at both the strategic and tactical levels.
- Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively with senior management, staff, faculty or constituent groups across all levels of the organization and to maintain productive professional relationships in complex, demanding environments.
- Ability to prioritize goals and formulate independent decisions regarding procedures and operations.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Master’s degree.
- Experience working in higher education.
- Development or fundraising experience.
- Supervisory experience.
Additional Information:
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off; Tuition Remission; Health, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage; Retirement benefits; Family Care; and more.
Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA. No Visa sponsorship is offered for this position.
Salary Range is $91,663 – $114,580.
This position allows for a combination of in-person and telework days as approved by the supervisor. Guidance regarding hybrid work is subject to change at any time to align with operational or business needs.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Ability to work occasional weekends and evenings.
Posting Date:
02/26/2024Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
03/18/2024Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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