Job Description

The development officer will cultivate, solicit and steward donors capable of making gifts of $35,000 and higher and meaningfully engage the next generation of prospective donors to UAlbany.

The development officer's work is to design and execute strategies to move assigned prospective donors through the gift cycle by getting to know them, listening to their interests and concerns, connecting them with the university in intentional and thoughtful ways, and inspiring them to make gifts that align with UAlbany's priorities. They will close gifts and leave donors feeling they have made a meaningful impact on students and faculty. They will have the opportunity to help lead special projects, execute on- and off-campus donor events, and collaborate with faculty, staff, and advancement colleagues. We are looking for a team-oriented professional who understands the role and mission of a highly regarded public research university.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Establishes and maintains strong and effective working relationships with internal constituents and department chairs.
• Manages a portfolio of high-priority prospects, involving the dean, faculty, and volunteers as appropriate in prospect contacts.
• Develops and cultivates relationships with prospects/donors throughout each year, making significant contacts through at least 110 in-person meetings.
• Works with the associate vice president for advancement to develop goals and strategies for prospect solicitation.
• Works with associate vice president for planned giving to evaluate various gift opportunities and giving vehicles and, when appropriate, make recommendations about the most suitable giving vehicles for a particular donor.
• Works with the director of corporate and foundation relations to identify and execute opportunities for support from foundations and corporations.
• Collaborates with donor relations colleagues to ensure appropriate stewardship of assigned donors.
• Works closely with the deans, directors of development and other colleagues to identify and recruit appropriate new members for advisory boards and other leadership opportunities.
• Helps to organize special events and projects in support of development programs.
• Maintains complete and timely records of contacts with prospects.
• Other reasonable duties as assigned

Functional and Supervisory Relationships:

• Reports to: AVP for Advancement
• Supervises the following positions: none
• May supervise employees as assigned (if no direct reports at time of filling position)

Job Requirements:

• Strong communication skills: oral, written, and listening.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work across a complex institution.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to connect and partner with a range of people including senior staff, donors, and volunteers.
• Ability to work with diverse constituencies and foster inclusion.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to details are essential.
• Willingness and ability to travel to meet with donors.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a U.S. Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization.
• Minimum three years frontline fundraising experience OR related marketing/sales/communications
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in nonprofits or higher education soliciting and closing major gifts is preferred.
• Master's degree from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization.

Working Environment:

• Typical office environment
• Significant travel

Additional Information:

Professional Rank and Salary Grade: SL-4, Associate Director of Fund Raising, $75,000-$80,000

About University at Albany: Established in 1844 and designated a University Center of the State University of New York in 1962, the University at Albany's broad mission of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research, and public service engages a diverse student body of more than 17,000 students in nine schools and colleges across three campuses. Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City, and the Adirondacks.

Application Instructions: Applicants MUST submit the following documents: Resume, Cover letter stating all the required minimum qualifications and any of the applicable preferred qualifications, List of 3 professional references with e-mail addresses and telephone numbers. Please apply online via http://albany.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=189883