Senior Director of Philanthropy
- Employer
- Saint Mary's College of California
- Location
- California, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Sep 1, 2020
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Development & Advancement
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Senior Director of Philanthropy Salary: Job Type: Full-Time Job
Number: 2015-1602640 Location: CA 94556-1541, CA Department:
Advancement Closing: 9/29/2020 11:59 PM Pacific Background Founded
in 1863, Saint Mary's is a residential campus nestled 20 miles east
of San Francisco in the picturesque Moraga Valley. Based in the
Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts traditions, Saint Mary's
currently enrolls more than 4,000 students from diverse backgrounds
in undergraduate and graduate programs. The De La Salle Christian
Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church,
guide the spiritual and academic character of the College. As
comprehensive and independent institution, Saint Mary's offers
undergraduate and graduate programs integrating liberal and
professional education. Saint Mary's reputation for excellence,
innovation, and responsiveness in education stems from its vibrant
heritage as a Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts institution. An
outstanding, committed faculty and staff that value shared inquiry,
integrative learning, and student interaction bring these
traditions to life in the 21st century. The College is committed to
the educational benefits of diversity. Responsibilities The Senior
Director of Philanthropy plays a critical role in the success of
Saint Mary's leadership giving, major giving, and planned giving
efforts. The Senior Director of Philanthropy (SDP) represents the
College to alumni, parents, volunteers, and friends who have the
capacity to make significant individual gifts to Saint Mary's
and/or for special projects and campaigns. With leadership,
strategic direction from the Assistant Vice President of
Development and the Vice President for Advancement, the SDP manages
the day-to-day portfolio management for a team of gift officers; in
addition, this lead fundraiser cultivates and solicits prospective
donors in California and in other areas of the United States as
assigned. Finally, the SDP coordinates strategic field work with
leadership volunteers and serves as the Advancement liaison for the
School of Economic and Business Administration (SEBA). • Manages a
portfolio of approximately 150 high-net worth prospects and
participates in all aspects of the major gift and planning gift
cycle, including initiating contacts with potential donors;
maintaining an active schedule of a minimum of 20+/- meaningful
contacts per month with individuals whose gift capacity is rated in
the $100,000 to $1,000,000 range; moving potential donors in an
appropriate and timely fashion toward solicitation and closure; and
maintaining stewardship contacts with donors in support of donor
retention goals. • Develops and oversees a comprehensive planned
giving strategy for Advancement, leveraging Advancement talent and
resources for greatest legacy outcomes. • Provides day-to-day
management of individual philanthropy staff, including leadership
giving, major giving, and planned giving officers. • Contributes to
and implements philanthropic strategies for key programatic, and
capital priorities for SEBA. Develops donor strategy goals and
supports the dean with advisory board recruitment, communication,
cultivation, and solicitation. • Participates as a member of the
directors' group within Advancement and contributes to annual team
goals and outcomes; reflects Advancement priority themes and SMC
mission in all aspects of work. • Develops and maintains
respectful, productive relationships with key stakeholders,
including campus partners volunteers, alumni leaders, donors and
community members as appropriate for this role. Experience and
Qualifications Education: REQUIRED: BA PREFERRED: MA/MS Experience:
10+/- years of successful experience in major and planned gift
fundraising; preference for experience in higher education, but not
required. Skills/ Abilities: Demonstrated proficiency in Windows
operating systems, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
etc.), and experience with development software platforms;
comfortable with new technologies that support virtual donor
interactions and communications; management required. Licenses
& Certifications: REQUIRED: N/A PREFERRED: N/A Other
Requirements: • Professional experience in capital campaigns is
preferred. • Knowledge of deferred giving vehicles. • Exemplifies
an entrepreneurial spirit. • Strong organizational skills; ability
to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously and to
work calmly under pressure of deadlines. • Demonstrates success and
effectiveness in major and planned gift prospect identification,
cultivation, solicitation, closing, and stewarding significant
gifts • Experience guiding, motivating and relating development
volunteers. • Demonstrates perseverance while exhibiting
sensitivity to the needs of the donors and prospects. •
Self-directed, high performance individual who has demonstrated
initiative and achievement against goals. • Exceptional verbal and
written communication skills, engaging interpersonal skills, high
energy, personal initiative and a great sense of humor. • Ability
to represent the College and its priorities effectively with
diverse audiences. • Great attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to work effectively and tactfully with a diverse group of
external constituents. Supplemental Information Application
Instructions: Please apply online at http://jobs.stmarys-ca.edu/
Include a cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the
qualifications and are prepared to support the Mission of the
College. • A Resume • The name and contact information for three
(3) professional references • In applying for a position,
candidates sign a consent authorizing a broader inquiry which may
include reference checks, a motor vehicle check, and a third-party
background checkSaint Mary's is an equal employment opportunity
employer. We support inclusive excellence and are committed to
creating a safe and welcoming community for all. College policy
prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national
origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status,
medical condition, physical or mental disability, gender
stereotyping, and gender identity, taking a protected leave (e.g.
family, medical or pregnancy leave), or on any other basis
protected by applicable laws. Saint Mary's College annually
collects information about campus crimes and other reportable
incidents in accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of
Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. To view the
Saint Mary's College report, please go to the Public Safety website
at
http://www.stmarys-ca.edu/public-safety/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report-0.
To request a paper copy please call Public Safety at (925)
631-4284. The report includes the type of crime, venue, and number
of occurrences. Please apply online at https://apptrkr.com/1992869
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