Assistant Vice President for Development
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- Ball State University
- Location
- Indiana, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Jun 9, 2021
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Posting Details
Position Title
Assistant Vice President for Development
Additional Information
The Ball State University Foundation is expanding. Now is your chance to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to reinventing higher education through philanthropy and cutting-edge partnerships. You’d be joining as we embark on our most ambitious fundraising goal ever — $300 million to take student support to the next level, both financially and academically. If you’re looking for a high-achieving work environment with a culture of camaraderie and a mission to change lives, check out the job details below.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At Ball State University, Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.
Benefits and Community
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/professional-staff
Relocation
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/working-at-ball-state/relocation
FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Full-Time At-Will
Position Function
Manage Ball State University Foundation’s major gift staff; work in partnership with the Vice President for Development to create the philanthropic strategy for major giving; monitor staff metrics and produce reports; maintain a portfolio of 20-30 high level donors and prospects.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Minimum Experience
Five years of professional development experience. Major gift experience in higher education or related area. Experience as a successful member of a multi-staff major gifts team. Direct involvement with six-figure and seven-figure gifts/solicitations.
Minimum Other
Must be a strategic thinker with big ideas and the ability to drive positive change. Possess a strong business acumen. Ability to promote a best-practices mindset for the development of individual staff and collective major gifts team. Possess exemplary interpersonal and communication skills, including a gift for public speaking and a capacity to listen. The ability to interface with staff and volunteers in a collaborative manner and initiate and maintain relationships with donors, alumni, university and community representatives. Curious, ambitious, creative, collaborative and service-driven. Willingness and ability to travel; possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Master’s or doctoral degree from an accredited institution.
Preferred Experience
Experience with one or more of the other non-major gift areas such as planned giving, corporate giving and foundation grants. At least seven years of experience in successful fundraising and in planning and implementing a comprehensive campaign. Experience in higher education or comparable area. Leadership of a multi-staff major gifts team. Three years of experience in higher education fundraising.
Preferred Other
The ability to effectively represent Ball State University Foundation to internal and external constituents; supportive of the mission, philosophy and values of Ball State University; action oriented; the ability to empower.
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a Drivers License check, Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
College/Constituent Directors of Development
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. Ball State aspires to be the model of the most student-centered and community-engaged of the 21st century public research universities, transforming entrepreneurial learners into impactful leaders – committed to improving the quality of life for all.
Department
BSUF Major Gift Officers:115008
Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
jagadbury@bsu.edu
Duties & Responsibilities
Ranking
1
Job Duty
Plan, direct, and manage all activities and professional staffing of assigned major gifts team; develop and implement an annual operating plan for the area; includes the articulation of broad goals, specific program objectives, and individual fundraising metrics; provide regular reports charting progress against these operating goals; effective use of moves-management systems.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Responsible for interviewing and selection, supervision, coaching, performance appraisal, training, and career development of major gift officers.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
Serve as a senior fundraiser for major gifts, manage a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects, and provide leadership for university-wide major gift donors/prospects.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Work closely with the Foundation President and Vice President for Development in the identification of fund raising priorities; execute or direct the execution of fund raising programs to attain such priorities.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Demonstrate people management experience with excellent coaching and talent development skills.
Ranking
6
Job Duty
Consult with senior university officers, faculty, staff, students, and alumni to ensure effective coordination and understanding of the major gift development effort.
Ranking
7
Job Duty
Work closely with key university constituents including members of University Board of Trustees, Foundation Board of Directors, Alumni Council leadership, community and business leaders, corporate and foundation officials, parents, alumni, friends and volunteers.
Ranking
8
Job Duty
Plan, develop, and implement a major gifts program that includes the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of individual prospective donors and work with appropriate staff to help prepare and manage formal proposals.
Ranking
9
Job Duty
Maintain familiarity with important issues related to higher education and public policy and keep current with new developments in institutional advancement through participation in workshops and seminars with peers in the field; participate in Alumni Association activities to build and maintain close relationships with key alumni.
Ranking
10
Job Duty
Manage budgetary needs for the areas assigned with fiscal reporting responsibilities as directed by the Vice President for Development and other appropriate foundation leadership.
Ranking
11
Job Duty
Represent Ball State University at public functions and special events; provide support in the planning and implementation of all capital campaigns.
Ranking
12
Job Duty
Enlist, train, and motivate volunteer leaders to assist in the successful implementation of ongoing development programs.
Ranking
13
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Number
202100735P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
08/02/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
06/09/2021
Applications Accepted Through Date
07/24/2021
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Position Title
Assistant Vice President for Development
Additional Information
The Ball State University Foundation is expanding. Now is your chance to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to reinventing higher education through philanthropy and cutting-edge partnerships. You’d be joining as we embark on our most ambitious fundraising goal ever — $300 million to take student support to the next level, both financially and academically. If you’re looking for a high-achieving work environment with a culture of camaraderie and a mission to change lives, check out the job details below.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At Ball State University, Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.
Benefits and Community
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/professional-staff
Relocation
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/working-at-ball-state/relocation
FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Full-Time At-Will
Position Function
Manage Ball State University Foundation’s major gift staff; work in partnership with the Vice President for Development to create the philanthropic strategy for major giving; monitor staff metrics and produce reports; maintain a portfolio of 20-30 high level donors and prospects.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Minimum Experience
Five years of professional development experience. Major gift experience in higher education or related area. Experience as a successful member of a multi-staff major gifts team. Direct involvement with six-figure and seven-figure gifts/solicitations.
Minimum Other
Must be a strategic thinker with big ideas and the ability to drive positive change. Possess a strong business acumen. Ability to promote a best-practices mindset for the development of individual staff and collective major gifts team. Possess exemplary interpersonal and communication skills, including a gift for public speaking and a capacity to listen. The ability to interface with staff and volunteers in a collaborative manner and initiate and maintain relationships with donors, alumni, university and community representatives. Curious, ambitious, creative, collaborative and service-driven. Willingness and ability to travel; possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Master’s or doctoral degree from an accredited institution.
Preferred Experience
Experience with one or more of the other non-major gift areas such as planned giving, corporate giving and foundation grants. At least seven years of experience in successful fundraising and in planning and implementing a comprehensive campaign. Experience in higher education or comparable area. Leadership of a multi-staff major gifts team. Three years of experience in higher education fundraising.
Preferred Other
The ability to effectively represent Ball State University Foundation to internal and external constituents; supportive of the mission, philosophy and values of Ball State University; action oriented; the ability to empower.
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a Drivers License check, Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
College/Constituent Directors of Development
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. Ball State aspires to be the model of the most student-centered and community-engaged of the 21st century public research universities, transforming entrepreneurial learners into impactful leaders – committed to improving the quality of life for all.
Department
BSUF Major Gift Officers:115008
Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
jagadbury@bsu.edu
Duties & Responsibilities
Ranking
1
Job Duty
Plan, direct, and manage all activities and professional staffing of assigned major gifts team; develop and implement an annual operating plan for the area; includes the articulation of broad goals, specific program objectives, and individual fundraising metrics; provide regular reports charting progress against these operating goals; effective use of moves-management systems.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Responsible for interviewing and selection, supervision, coaching, performance appraisal, training, and career development of major gift officers.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
Serve as a senior fundraiser for major gifts, manage a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects, and provide leadership for university-wide major gift donors/prospects.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Work closely with the Foundation President and Vice President for Development in the identification of fund raising priorities; execute or direct the execution of fund raising programs to attain such priorities.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Demonstrate people management experience with excellent coaching and talent development skills.
Ranking
6
Job Duty
Consult with senior university officers, faculty, staff, students, and alumni to ensure effective coordination and understanding of the major gift development effort.
Ranking
7
Job Duty
Work closely with key university constituents including members of University Board of Trustees, Foundation Board of Directors, Alumni Council leadership, community and business leaders, corporate and foundation officials, parents, alumni, friends and volunteers.
Ranking
8
Job Duty
Plan, develop, and implement a major gifts program that includes the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of individual prospective donors and work with appropriate staff to help prepare and manage formal proposals.
Ranking
9
Job Duty
Maintain familiarity with important issues related to higher education and public policy and keep current with new developments in institutional advancement through participation in workshops and seminars with peers in the field; participate in Alumni Association activities to build and maintain close relationships with key alumni.
Ranking
10
Job Duty
Manage budgetary needs for the areas assigned with fiscal reporting responsibilities as directed by the Vice President for Development and other appropriate foundation leadership.
Ranking
11
Job Duty
Represent Ball State University at public functions and special events; provide support in the planning and implementation of all capital campaigns.
Ranking
12
Job Duty
Enlist, train, and motivate volunteer leaders to assist in the successful implementation of ongoing development programs.
Ranking
13
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Number
202100735P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
08/02/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
06/09/2021
Applications Accepted Through Date
07/24/2021
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Undergraduate Transcripts
- Master's Transcripts
Company
Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students
Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.
We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!
The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay.
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