Associate Director of Development

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Associate Director of Development, College of Business

This position is an advancement role that directly manages a portfolio of major gift prospects with an interest to support the College. The Associate Director will work closely with the College lead to identify, qualify, cultivate, and solicit prospects who have the capacity to make a commitment of $125,000 or greater. The role can be performed in a hybrid arrangement, with time on campus and remotely.

• Portfolio management – actively manage a portfolio of prospects to move constituents through the major-gift pipeline. Includes travel for face-to-face visits and effective digital engagement.
• Create and execute fundraising plans that utilize best practices in qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major-gift prospects ($125,000+). Secure outright and deferred gift commitments to meet individual and team goals.
• Sustain and strengthen relationships with targeted alumni, parents, and friends of the college. Collaborate with colleagues, faculty, and staff to develop an integrated approach for cultivating prospect interest and working toward gift solicitations.
• Attend relevant College and university events and meetings, some during evenings and weekends, representing the university to external constituents.
• Participate in all UA, College Advancement, or other required team or staff meetings.

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of three years of fundraising experience in higher education, including a successful track record of personal portfolio management and securing gifts at $125,000 or above. Relevant sales experience may be considered.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, and an ability to effectively communicate with people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends (preferred).

Marquette University offers a rich and competitive Total Rewards package including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) with up to 8% university match, generous time‑off package, and tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents with no payback requirement.

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Marquette University is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified females, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.