Assistant Director for Development

at Illinois State University in Normal, Illinois, United States

Job Description

We are seeking an Assistant Director of Development. This role is a front-line fundraising position, with primary responsibility for engaging donors and prospects through personal outreach, including face-to-face visits, key programs, events, and communications, with the goal of maximizing annual support and deepening institutional involvement. The Assistant Director will use phone, email, social media, visits, and events, as well as other creative tools for engagement and cultivation, and solicitation of annual and leadership level gifts. They will continue to grow and build the Student Affairs pipeline of major gift prospects. As a member of Student Affairs, the Assistant Director will be responsible for continuously learning about Illinois State University’s culture, programs, and evolving volunteer and fundraising opportunities. A donor-centric approach is used to inspire and qualify philanthropic interests in any area of Student Affairs, as well as Illinois State University, which is achieved through a strong partnership with the University Advancement team. The Assistant Director position will require occasional evening and weekend hours. Donor outreach will involve regional visits and events, with potential for occasional long-distance and overnight travel.