"Development Officer III (College of Liberal Arts)"

Development Officer III (College of Liberal Arts)

Company: Auburn University

Job Location: Auburn University, 36849-5207

Category: Development and Fundraising

Type: Full-Time

Requisition Number: S4692P

Home Org Name: Lib Arts Constituency Adv

Division Name: Senior VP, Advancement

Job Class Code: OA05C

Appointment Status: Full-time

Limited Term: No

Job Summary

Auburn Advancement is excited to begin the search for a Development Officer III to join our College of Liberal Arts team! This position will play a critical role in building lasting relationships and securing the resources needed to support the College of Liberal Arts, Auburn Advancement, and Auburn University's philanthropic mission.

We are seeking a candidate who will bring seasoned development experience, and will serve as a mentor, providing leadership, professional guidance, and strategic insight to support the growth and effectiveness of the team.

What You'll Do:

• Identify and Cultivate Prospects: Discover and build relationships with potential major giving prospects through research, initial contact ratings, peer reviews, and other resources. Understand the passions and interests of prospects to align their philanthropic goals with Auburn's mission.
• Solicit and Secure Gifts: Engage with prospects to solicit major gifts through person-to-person visits, group presentations, and phone calls. Present compelling cases for support, highlighting the transformative power of their contributions.
• Stewardship and Engagement: Show gratitude for donations through personalized acknowledgements, and keep donors informed and involved by attending events and maintaining regular contact. Ensure donors feel valued and connected to the impact of their gifts.
• Champion Philanthropy: Impact a culture of giving for Auburn University, encouraging alumni and stakeholders to support the university's mission and vision. Foster a sense of pride and ownership among donors, showcasing the transformative impact their gifts have on Auburn's future.

College of Liberal Arts Development Success:

• One of the largest colleges at Auburn University, the College of Liberal Arts houses a range of academic programs including, but not limited to: Aviation, Art, Communication, History, Journalism, Music, Public Administration, Theatre and more!
• The College of Liberal Arts' mission is to Engage, Think, Collaborate, & Create to cultivate thinkers, creators, innovators, and global leaders.
• Our development team raised $7 million last year, with $20 million raised over the last 3 years!

Why You'll Love Auburn Advancement:

• Impactful Work: Your efforts will directly contribute to the growth and success of Auburn University and its priorities.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to making a difference.
• Purpose Driven Work: Align your passion and fulfillment to your work, where you're trusted to reach your full potential and achieve your pinnacle career experience.
• Culture by Design: Thrive in a culture that champions respect, accountability, and professional development.

Now is the perfect time to join Auburn Advancement, a dynamic team encompassing Operations and Strategy, Culture and Talent, Engagement, Philanthropy, and Communications. Under the visionary leadership of Senior Vice President Rob Wellbaum - a seasoned and respected advancement professional - our organization is set to revolutionize the future of Advancement.

The nature of this role is highly externally-focused, requiring frequent travel and meetings on and off campus during regular and non-traditional business hours, and is therefore expected to operate with high-levels of autonomy.

Essential Functions

• Purpose: Proactively identify and cultivate relationships with potential major giving prospects, leveraging research, reviews, and contact reports to understand their passions and interests. Your efforts will help align their philanthropic goals with Auburn's mission, creating meaningful and impactful giving opportunities.
• Collaboration: Update and inform supervisors and other staff of goal status, new plans, and project proposals, ensuring a cooperative team effort to meet objectives. Meet with advancement colleagues and university partners, including athletics, to discuss major donor prospects and strategies.
• Innovation: Develop campaign and presentation proposals related to funding priorities to keep prospects informed, interested, and involved. Participate in special projects, initiatives, and other duties as assigned, contributing to innovative fundraising efforts.
• Production: Track and meet fundraising metrics, ensuring goals are achieved and reporting progress through Auburn Advancement. Assist with various fundraising activities, including meetings and special events, ensuring smooth execution and donor engagement.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 6 years of experience in fundraising, marketing, sales, and/or public relations

Minimum License and Certifications: Driver License, Valid and in State

Salary Range: $69,720 - $125,500

Job Category: Development/Alumni Affairs

Working Hours if Non-Traditional: This role works days, nights, weekends, and involves frequent travel.

City position is located in: Auburn

State position is located: Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position: N/A

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement: It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website to learn more.