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POSITION SPECIFICS

Penn State is currently seeking an Assistant Director of Development Annual Giving in strategically assisting the Office of University Development and Intercollegiate Athletics in the efforts to encourage and increase participation and annual support of funds for the University; facilitates manages and promotes alumni relations and development programs to benefit the campus or unit and its surrounding communities.

Reporting to the Associate Athletic Director of Development and working closely with as well as other partners this Assistant Director of Development will:

• Develop and execute plans for evaluation cultivation and solicitation of a portfolio of prospects for annual gifts; travel to visit donors

• Establish implement and evaluate plans to solicit philanthropic support

• Assess cultivate solicit and steward a portfolio of higher gifts prospects

• Promote a broad understanding of the philanthropic priorities of the university to academic leadership volunteers alumni and employees

• Manage and prepare proposal solicitation and cultivation materials

• Collate and interpret available data research to develop relationships with potential donors

• Build and maintain relationships with volunteers donors committees alumni and boards

• Organize manage and plan reunion and other events to further advance the philanthropic mission of the campus or unit

• Partner with campus or unit representatives to provide award and recognition events alumni reunions and advisory board meetings

• Manage and conduct selected fundraising activities including direct mail telemarketing e-communications personal solicitations and event planning as assigned

• May assume duties of office operations and supervise staff if necessary

The successful candidate will have:

• A track record of success in securing philanthropic gifts and meeting fundraising goals;

• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills;

• The ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for all students and colleagues;

• A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team;

• A commitment to professional development learning and being mentored.

DDAR is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Penn States Division of Development and Alumni Relations

If you believe in the power of higher educationand philanthropyto shape the public good youll excel right here in Penn States Division of Development and Alumni Relations (DDAR). Our organization includes more than 500 professionals engaging a community of more than 800000 alumni who believe in the power of giving back. Across our interdisciplinary teams of fundraisers alumni relations professionals communicators event planners financial experts and more there is a place for you to make a difference in the lives of students and faculty while taking your own career to new heights. Learn more about us at and explore the success of our most recent campaign at .

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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional addition to comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information please visit our Benefits Page.

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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