Assistant Director, Skidmore Fund

Summary

The Assistant Director, Skidmore Fund works to develop and promote a culture of lifelong giving to Skidmore among key constituents of the College. The Assistant Director is responsible for managing annual fund strategies and results (dollars and donors) in up to 20 individual classes, and recruits, motivates, and trains a group of 150-200 alumni fundraising volunteers. They manage class fundraising campaigns for 2-3 Reunion classes, which require enhanced focus and support. In addition, the Assistant Director manages a portfolio of prospective donors and volunteers and is responsible for developing philanthropic relationships with them that lead to greater involvement and financial support.

Key responsibilities

1. The Assistant Director oversees and supports the class fundraising efforts of multiple classes, including:
   • Setting of annual goals for dollars raised and donors
   • Identifies, recruits, trains, mentors, and supports a team of fundraising volunteers
   • Prospecting, donor cultivation, and direct solicitation
   • Analyzes data and sets overall class strategy
2. Manages the efforts of 2-3 reunion classes, which requires additional focus and support.
3. Collaborate with colleagues in the Skidmore Fund and across advancement to support overall programmatic initiatives.
4. Responsible for developing philanthropic relationships with an assigned group of volunteers and prospects (75+).
5. The Assistant Director takes on additional duties as assigned by the Director, Class Giving and the Senior Director, Skidmore Fund.

Education

Bachelor’s degree required

Experience

1 – 3 years of increasing, directly-related or applicable experience, including fundraising within a higher ed or non-profit setting. Recruiting, developing and motivating volunteers. Willingness to personally develop philanthropic relationships with prospective donors and volunteers.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills used to inspire and motivate volunteers and donors
• Advanced skills in working with Microsoft suite, including Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal skills with a high level of energy
• Well-organized; an ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

Salary: $62,400-$68,000

Required documents needed to apply:

• On-line application
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of Three References