Development Officer - Framingham State University

Location: Framingham, MA Category: Staff Posted On: Wed Dec 18 2024 Job Description:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Responsible for the identification, cultivation and solicitation of prospective donors with the capacity to make gifts of $1,000 or greater to the University.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Executive Director of Development and Alumni Relations

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Student workers

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct 140+ face-to-face meetings annually with assigned prospects for the purpose of further qualification as to giving potential.
• Cultivate and solicit qualified prospects for leadership annual gifts and major and planned gifts.
• Create comprehensive moves management strategies for all qualified assigned prospects.
• Provide stewardship to existing donors, coordinating with departmental and campus colleagues as needed.
• Complete post-meeting correspondence and document all activity in a timely manner.
• Support other departmental initiatives and events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Professional office environment with opportunities for collaboration and skill development, with occasional flexibility based on role requirements.

Job Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 3+ years of experience in fundraising, alumni relations, sales, or other closely related fields.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• The ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Frequent local travel and some night/weekend is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with donor management software.
• Understanding of philanthropic principles and donor cultivation strategies.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, exempt, benefits-eligible position in the Association of Professional Administrators (APA) bargaining unit with a union title of Associate Director. The starting salary range is $60,000 - 63,000.

Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.

Framingham State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Members of underrepresented or minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to equity, diversity, and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

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