Job Description
Position Summary:
The Development Specialist serves a vital, interactive role within the office of the dean and is responsible for facilitating the natural sciences development and communications teams in achieving individual and group goals and coordinating the natural sciences donor and alumni efforts.
Under the primary direction of the Director of Development, s/he works directly with development officers, the Dean, faculty, staff, and key volunteers in coordinating the forward momentum of the overall development effort for the Wiess School of Natural Sciences. The development specialist is the administrative support for the natural sciences development officer, assists with the implementation of stewardship plans for natural sciences, and facilitates special projects and events for the school.
Ideal Candidate Statement:
The ideal candidate for this position has an engaging and collaborative work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to problem-solve creatively as well as prioritize projects while fulfilling the in-person requirement needed to succeed in this position.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
All interested applicants should attach a resume and cover letter in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in a PDF format to avoid any formatting issues .
Workplace Location
This is an on-site position, Monday – Friday during normal business hours, with the potential of a remote workday. Occasional extended hours during the evenings and/or weekends to report on School events.
Annual Hiring Range : $61,430 to $65,000, with the hiring salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
This is an Exempt (salaried) position under the FLSA and is not eligible for overtime.
Minimum Requirements:
Position Summary:
The Development Specialist serves a vital, interactive role within the office of the dean and is responsible for facilitating the natural sciences development and communications teams in achieving individual and group goals and coordinating the natural sciences donor and alumni efforts.
Under the primary direction of the Director of Development, s/he works directly with development officers, the Dean, faculty, staff, and key volunteers in coordinating the forward momentum of the overall development effort for the Wiess School of Natural Sciences. The development specialist is the administrative support for the natural sciences development officer, assists with the implementation of stewardship plans for natural sciences, and facilitates special projects and events for the school.
Ideal Candidate Statement:
The ideal candidate for this position has an engaging and collaborative work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to problem-solve creatively as well as prioritize projects while fulfilling the in-person requirement needed to succeed in this position.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
All interested applicants should attach a resume and cover letter in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in a PDF format to avoid any formatting issues .
Workplace Location
This is an on-site position, Monday – Friday during normal business hours, with the potential of a remote workday. Occasional extended hours during the evenings and/or weekends to report on School events.
Annual Hiring Range : $61,430 to $65,000, with the hiring salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
This is an Exempt (salaried) position under the FLSA and is not eligible for overtime.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- In lieu of the education requirement, additional related experience, above and beyond what is required, may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.