Development Officer

Delta State University

Development Officer

Position Type: Staff

Department: Development (Alumni Foundation)

Posting Number: 201201258

Full or Part Time: Full Time

Tenure/Non-Tenure: Non-Tenure Track

Salary Basis: 12 month

Responsibilities:
Identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards major donors and prospects including individuals, corporations, and foundations, through direct personal contact in accordance with performance targets defined by the Vice President for University Advancement. Works collaboratively with Deans, Chairs, and DSU Foundation staff to cultivate and solicit prospects and donors. Works to understand the priorities of the University that need financial support. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred. Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with academic leadership, faculty, prospects, donors, and volunteers in a wide range of roles. Community relations skills and the ability to communicate and work effectively within a diverse community. Highly developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups.fund raising or community development experience.Three years of fund raising experience and examples of large gift acquisitions.

Salary:
12 monthCommensurate with experience and qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
fund raising or community development experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
Three years of fund raising experience and examples of large gift acquisitions.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Address specific previous fund raising experience in your application letter.

Two letters of recommendation are required.

Requests for letters of recommendation will automatically be generated to the references you list on the application. They will be sent a link to allow them to submit letter directly to application.

Additional Information:


Open Date: 04/20/2022

Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: Click Here

Delta State University is committed to a policy of equal employment and educational opportunity. Delta State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status. This policy extends to all programs and activities supported by the University. jeid-0d57ea4be350e345bc3bbcaf9833b587