Director of Development, Intermediate or Senior Director of Development

Northern Arizona University • Flagstaff, AZ • 2d ago

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Director of Development, Intermediate or Senior Director of Development

Northern Arizona University

Special Information

This position is a hybrid position which allows the incumbent to

complete their work at both an NAU site, campus, or facility and at a non-centralized site with or without accommodation.

This position is posted as Director of Development, Intermediate or

Senior Director of Development , which are working titles. The NAU system titles for this position are Director of Development 2 or Director of Development 3.

Driving a vehicle on behalf of the university is anticipated to be a

regular part of this position. Arizona Administrative Code Fleet Safety Policy requires all employees who drive on university business become authorized by submitting Driver\'s license information for driving record monitoring, and completion of training appropriate to the level of driving performed. The law applies to all faculty, staff, and students who drive personal or university-owned motorized vehicles for any business purpose. More information on the NAU Authorized Driver Policy can be found on the NAU website.

About the Department/College

NAU Advancement | Foundation engages students, alumni, parents, friends, and the broader NAU community to connect, invest, and inspire current and future Lumberjacks.

About the Position

Northern Arizona University seeks an experienced, dynamic Director of Development to pursue philanthropic support from individuals, foundations, and corporations for the Steve Sanghi College of Engineering (SCE). The Steve Sanghi College of Engineering is designed for students who want an active role in where tomorrow takes us. The world demands more experts in technological fields, and the SCE is at the helm of addressing the need. SCE provides high-return on investment opportunities for students to apply what they learn in the classroom. The Sanghi College is building the future in alignment with NAU\'s Elevating Excellence strategic priorities (NAU 2025 - Elevating Excellence).

This position is posted for a Director of Development, Intermediate or Senior Director of Development position.

The Director of Development Intermediate and Senior positions are responsible for overall leadership and management of the college\'s development efforts. The position(s) plan and direct comprehensive strategies for the qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of gift prospects for the SCE. Major gift development (defined at NAU as \$50,000 or more) is the primary focus of the position(s). Additional responsibilities include working with staff in Alumni Engagement, Planned Giving, Donor Relations, Annual Giving, Communications, and Corporate and Foundation Relations to meet NAU engagement and fundraising goals and metrics. One of the positions will lead the college\'s extensive corporate fundraising program and strategic partnership development.

Either Director of Development positions will also interact with volunteer and advisory boards both at the department/unit level as well as at the college level. The position will lead SCE volunteer and advisory boards, including: Mechanical Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, the School of Informatics, Computing, and Cyber Systems, and Dean\'s Advisory Council. The Director of Development position will collaborate and partner with colleagues and peers across campus while building strong alumni and donor relationships. Significant personal interaction with alumni, friends, prospects, parents, donors, and corporate partners is required. The university is currently in the public phase of its comprehensive campaign.

The Senior Development Director will also participate in and help influence the college\'s strategic planning efforts.

The Director of Development position will report to the SCE Dean with a dotted reporting line to the Associate Vice President of College Fundraising.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor\'s degree in business, communications, marketing, or

related field.

Minimum of two years\' experience as a front-line fundraiser in a

comprehensive development program or equivalent experience in a related field, such as sales.

Required experience includes established record of closing major

gifts or revenue metrics that support organizational priorities.

[Senior] Minimum of three years\' experience as a front-line

fundraiser in a comprehensive development program or equivalent experience in a related field, such as sales.

used as an equivalent to the above Minimum Qualifications.*

Preferred Qualifications

Master\'s degree in relevant field.

Experience in higher education or non-profit setting.

Experience in major gift and/or corporate fundraising principles and practices at a major university.

Capital/comprehensive campaign experience.

Proven ability to

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