Director of Development, College Of Engineering

Director of Development, College of Engineering

Position Title:

Director of Development, College of Engineering

Department:
Advancement | Development Constituency Fundraising

The Director of Development will understand the mission, needs, and value proposition of the university and the College of Engineering and build relationships with prospective donors to increase philanthropic support. Donors such as alumni, friends, and grateful patients will be identified by listening for opportunities to align their interests and passions with opportunities to donate to the university.

95% – Fundraising:
Identify, qualify, and cultivate a portfolio of prospective major gift donors; pursue connections and discover donor values, capacity, interests, and passions; ensure quality momentum within the portfolio; build context for gift proposals; develop and implement strategic gift solicitations; maximize stewardship opportunities.

5% – Miscellaneous:
Complete special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Hires, trains and develops, and provides daily management to assigned staff (if applicable).

Requires frequent workweek travel including approximately one or two overnight trips per month, regular in‑state travel, and occasional evening and weekend work.

The annual performance is measured by the number of qualifications, cultivations, solicitations and commitments/dollars raised. Goals are set with the manager prior to each fiscal year. All fundraisers collaborate across the institution and can be counted as ‘Secondary’ on a gift.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Four (4) years of relevant experience with at least two (2) years of professional fundraising experience (building relationships towards philanthropic ends through making calls, conducting face‑to‑face appointments, creating and presenting proposals, closing gifts) and two (2) years of related experience in marketing, sales, public relations, financial advisement, account management or related field with emphasis on donor cultivation, solicitation and relationship cultivation of individuals/businesses.

• At least four (4) years of professional fundraising experience raising the highest level of philanthropic gifts at an organization (preferably five or six figures and above).
• At least four (4) years of professional fundraising experience in higher education or a hospital/healthcare environment.
• Experience working in other advancement departments such as donor relations and stewardship, donor communications and/or alumni relations.

Beyond the unparalleled benefits of working for The Ohio State University in Columbus, this opportunity provides exceptional rewards arising from working for an institution doing worldwide life‑changing research and outreach. The position is designated as a standby position in accordance with the Disaster Preparedness and University State of Emergency Policy 6.17.

The budget for this position is up to $82,535. The offer will be based on internal equity and the candidate’s qualifications.

Function:
Development and Engagement
Sub‑function:
Development
Career Band:
Individual Contributor – Specialized

Career Level:

S3

Location:

Smith Laboratory (0065)
Position Type:
Regular
Scheduled

Hours:

40
Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.

The university is an equal‑opportunity employer, including veterans and persons with disabilities.

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