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Leadership Development Officer MSUAASF Range C (UA27001)


Job Location:

Mankato, MN - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 5000 - 25000
Posted: 22 August 2026 (27 days ago)
Application Deadline: 19 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Working Title:

Leadership Development Officer - MSUAASF Range C (UA27001)

Institution:

Minnesota State University Mankato

Classification Title:

MSUAASF Range C

Bargaining Unit / Union:

211: Minnesota State University Association of Administrative Service Faculty

City:

Mankato

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$47845.00 - $93809.00

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on August 14 2026 and continue until the position has been filled.

Position: Probationary; Range C*

Job Description

The University Advancement teams mission is to engage alumni and friends in ways that are meaningful and impactful to them. The Leadership Development Officer plays a key role in this effort focusing on soliciting leadership gifts ($5000 - $25000 annually) to support designated areas of the University. This position works under the guidance of the Associate Vice President of Advancement aligning with the Universitys strategic goals and objectives. With a successful track record of consecutive record-breaking fundraising years the University Advancement team continues to drive success through a donor-focused data-driven strategy. As donors grow their commitment to the University the Leadership Development Officer will make recommendations to transition donors to major giving levels or to transition their portfolio into the major gift space.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in content specific field such as business marketing communications non-profit administration (conferred on an official transcript at the time of application).

  • Experience with presentations video conferencing writing and editing.

  • Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.

  • Successful experience in creating relationships with clients customers volunteers or work groups.

  • Strong organizational skills passion for philanthropy and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced goal-oriented environment.

  • Demonstrated ability to be a positive contributing member of multiple teams.

  • Ability to travel throughout Minnesota including the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area.

  • Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

Preferred Qualification

  • Three or more (3) years of work experience in sales customer service communications or another related field.

  • Professional experience in fundraising non-profit operations alumni relations digital marketing client relations data analytics CRM management community engagement and outreach or another related field.

  • Knowledge of rules and regulations of 501(c)3 restrictions and laws.

  • Knowledge of the Mankato community and the University.

  • Data analysis experience used in strategic decision making.

Other Requirements

The University may be able to provide employment visa sponsorship for qualified candidates subject to USCIS guidelines and eligibility requirements.

Work safely at all times which includes but is not limited to participating and completing all required safety trainings as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools equipment and personal protective equipment.

The Minnesota State University Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the schools policies procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: may also request a paper copy from University Security at or by emailing .

This position requires a valid applicable drivers license as well as a DVS records check with an acceptable rating. Employees must have an active valid and applicable drivers license if they drive a vehicle on state business. For further information please refer to the Drivers License and Record Check Policy (HR/LR Policy #1419) which can be found at: University will sponsor many evening and weekend events (receptions lectures alumni events etc.). Attendance and participation may be expected when donors are present.

Telework

Based on the essential functions of this positions MMB Policy #1422 and University policies relating to flexible work this position is eligible for the following work modes:

  • Case by Case/Situational Telework: Up to 20% of the time. A position that may include a temporary reassignment or work outside the permanent/principal work location to meet short-term needs.

About

Additional information on Minnesota State University Mankato can be found at: .

  • The salary range denoted above is the contractual range; however salary upon hire is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

University Demographics

Minnesota State University Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State system. Minnesota State has established a strategic vision Equity 2030 which aims to close the educational equity gaps across race and ethnicity socioeconomic status ability and geographic location by the end of the decade at every Minnesota State college and university and to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a better future for themselves for their families and for their communities. The focus of the work includes:
Enhancing access and student success.
Providing Minnesota with the talent it needs.
Anchoring the communities and regions we serve.
Equity 2030 seeks to bridge efforts occurring within divisions and institutions creating an intentional statewide culture of equity-minded collaboration and resulting in equitable practice embedded throughout our institutions. The full Equity 2030 plan is linked here: 2030 the Universitys strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023 commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity inclusion and belonging. We seek to attract teacher-scholars who will be culturally and academically diverse faculty members and staff with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Minnesota State University Mankato is student-centered and focuses on applied research that expands knowledge; improves learning; and serves the region state and nation.

Founded as a Normal School in 1868 Minnesota State University Mankato is now the second largest university in Minnesota with a tradition of combining big-ideas with real-world thinking to find solutions for pressing problems in the state region and global society. Mankato Minnesota is a community of nearly 44500 people about 85 miles southwest of the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The University acknowledges the land and the tribal nations upon this land whose work is being accomplished. We acknowledge that we are on Dakota land. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live work and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people whose language frames our nameMinnesota State University Mankato.

Serving approximately 17900 students annually the University is an applied research institution with more than 200 academic programs from bachelors through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18% students of color and1175 international students from 95 countries cutting-edge information technology solutions and extensive partnerships with 1600 faculty and staff including 700 teaching faculty. The University has additional locations and a growing number of on-line programs to accelerate educational access and opportunity. These locations include partnerships in northern Minnesotas the iron range region. Fast facts about the university can be found here: PROCEDURES:

A complete online application must include all required attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee. Please note that due to Workday system limitations you may upload a maximum of five (5) attachments with your application. If you need to submit more than five attachments please contact us directly and we will assist with uploading the additional documents on your behalf.

  • Cover Letter

  • Non-Photo Resume/Curriculum Vitae

  • Contact Information for three (3) references

  • Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree

  • A brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement presenting a commitment to or experience working in an equity-minded environment

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Lori Pickell-Stangel

University Advancement

Phone:5621

TTY: or 711

Email: