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Working Title:
Director of Development, Annual Giving
Institution:
St. Cloud State University
Classification Title:
MSUAASF Range D
Bargaining Unit / Union:
211: Minnesota State University Association of Administrative Service Faculty
City:
St. Cloud
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited Academic
Salary Range:
$54,344.00 - $116,608.00
This position is open until filled with candidate review beginning on November 5, 2025
Job Description
The Director of Development for Annual Giving is responsible for overall leadership and management of the University's annual giving and leadership giving ($1,000+/year) fundraising efforts, including the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors and prospective donors. This position is the University's expert in the development and solicitation of annual gifts via mass solicitation techniques including direct mail, e-mail, social media, and telephone; and is responsible for overseeing the marketing of the planned giving program.
The position serves as a key member of the development team and works in close collaboration with the overall Advancement & Alumni Engagement team and campus partners.
Design, implement, manage and evaluate the University's overall annual giving and leadership giving ($1,000+ annual gift) programs. (60%)
Lead and manage planning and strategy development, tactical solicitation, coordinating prospect lists, the renewal and reminder system, evaluative matrices, and make personal visit to existing and prospective leadership giving members.
Lead and manage the micro-campaigns/crowd-funding process focused on Huskies Athletics, student organizations, affinity groups, programs & colleges, special projects, and other groups related to the University.
Lead and manage special fundraising drives and initiatives like #Giving Tuesday, SCSU Giving Week, Faculty/Staff giving, and Give the Max Day.
Provide leadership, plan, implement, and carry out development activities for all gift levels (20%)
Promote leadership giving and identify ways in which to strengthen the program and increase the number of donors and amount raised.
Employs a relationship-oriented approach to secure new, renewed and upgraded gifts of $1,000+ from a portfolio of individuals, corporations and foundations.
Manage initiatives, visits, and other activities leading to charitable contributions and work collaboratively with the appropriate personnel in the colleges, schools and departments to carry out these activities.
Participate as a member of the University-wide leadership team for prospect coordination.
Manage the marketing and promotion of Planned Giving efforts.
Serve as the liaison to the Deans, Director and Vice Presidents in the respective colleges/areas in the development and execution of annual giving fundraising plans, solicitation and case stating. Collaboratively work with Marketing Specialist on development of printed and electronic materials. (10%)
Participate in special events to cultivate alumni, supporters and friends of the University. (5%)
Other duties as assigned as the direction of the Vice President of Advancement and Alumni Engagement. (5%)
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree plus four years of advanced professional experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, communications, or related field, or an equivalent combination of post-secondary training, education and/or advanced professional experience.
Working knowledge of the Annual Giving profession including metrics, tactics, strategies and projected outcomes for a healthy annual giving campaign
Strong project management skills including high level of accuracy, organization and attention to detail
Demonstrated skills in interpersonal relationship with the ability to exercise a high level of diplomacy, tact, sound judgment, discretion and confidentiality
Superior written, verbal and presentation skills
Ability to work as part of a team and build consensus and collaboration, with service-oriented attitude and actions
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and adjust under pressure with minimal direction
Competency in constituent management and/or fundraising databases and related tools
Competency in Microsoft Office software
Demonstrates commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment
Preferred Qualification
Master's degree plus three years of advanced professional experience in a related field
Higher education fundraising experience, especially with annual fund, leadership giving and/or marketing planned giving programs
Experience with Blackbaud Raiser's Edge
Working Conditions
Some evening and weekend work required; some overnight travel may be required
Physical Effort
Ability to lift up to 25lbs. Assist with event delivery which may require moving and lifting boxes and other items.
Required Documents (Upload With Application)
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Three (3) professional references
Unofficial transcript(s)
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
8:00am - 4:30pm Monday-Friday
Some evening/weekend work and overnight travel may be required
About
The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State's commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU's It's Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system's Equity 2030 initiative . SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.
Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota State University of Administrative and Service Faculty (MSUAASF) which can be found at https://www.msuaasf.org/
St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Chocoletta Simpson. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
01-01-2026
Position End Date:
Open Date:
10-21-2025
Close Date:
11-21-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Renee Denise Bertram
Posting Contact Email:
rdbertram@stcloudstate.edu
