Associate Director, College of Engineering & Applied Science
Associate Director, College of Engineering & Applied Science
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$ 66270 - 80620
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Lehigh University a prestigious institution renowned for academic excellence and a vibrant campus community seeks a dynamic and driven Associate Director of Development to join our dedicated this pivotal role you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the universitys mission and shape the future of higher education.
As the Associate Director of Development Colleges you will play a vital role in two key areas:
1. Portfolio Management: You will cultivate meaningful relationships with a diverse portfolio of prospects and donors aligned with a specific college or unit at Lehigh University. Your responsibilities will span the entire gift cycle including initiating contact cultivating potential donors making solicitations writing proposals and ensuring exceptional stewardship of our valued supporters.
2. Strategic Program Development: In collaboration with the Director of Development you will contribute to the overall fundraising strategy for your assigned college. This includes gathering and synthesizing data planning and executing events developing compelling communications and case statements engaging volunteers facilitating annual support and special projects and working closely with college leaders faculty volunteers and internal DAR staff and university partners.
Position Number: S80370
This position is a Grade: 10 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $66270-$80620 and is subject to change based on experience skills and qualifications.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a portfolio of assigned prospects to solicit and close major gifts for college priorities.
Cultivate solicit and steward a portfolio of assigned prospects to secure financial support for college and university priorities.
Work with the Director of Development to develop annual fundraising plans including opportunities to qualify and solicit new prospects and donors
Take a leadership role in recruitment engagement solicitation and management of specific projects programs and volunteer leadership groups. Projects could include annual affinity-based fundraising efforts from alumni select development events key stewardship and communications projects annual giving opportunities etc.
Develop maintain and provide reports on assigned projects and performance of pipeline prospect activity and fundraising for assigned projects the college - independently and/or in collaboration with internal development partners.
Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Three to five years of related work experience
Proven track record of success in fundraising or a related field
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
Passion for higher education and Lehigh Universitys mission
At Lehigh University we offer more than just a rewarding career we provide an unparalleled opportunity to be part of a vibrant community dedicated to transforming lives through education research and service. Our commitment to diversity equity and inclusion fosters an environment where every voice is valued and every contribution is celebrated.
At Lehigh University you will be part of a dynamic and diverse community that values innovation integrity and excellence. Our institution offers a comprehensive benefitspackage competitive compensation and an environment that fosters personal and professional growth.Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the universitys mission.
Elevate your career and make a lasting impact at Lehigh University. Apply now and be a part of our mission to create a brighter future for generations to with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact LehighsAccommodations Specialist.
The duties of this position may allow the employee to work partially remote as deemed appropriate by their supervisor
This position is responsible for driving University-owned vehicles as a routine function therefore a valid Drivers License and a good driving record is required
Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification education verification national criminal background checks motor vehicle checks PATCH FBI fingerprinting Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.
Only complete applications will be considered therefore please complete the application in its entirety. Once the posting is removed from the website applications may no longer be allowed to be completed.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
