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STA00438PO24

Alumni Relations and Development

Development

Assistant Director, Development

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/131995

P2 - Professional

Assistant Director of Development, College of Hospitality, Retail, and Sport Management

Columbia

Richland

Division of Development

DEV Development Office

6

$54,165

$54,165 - commensurate with qualifications

Full Time

37.5

This position is requires flexibility to meet the business needs of the department. Required to travel by the geographical location of donors/prospects, work evenings, and weekends. Must have reliable means of transportation.

12 months

Alumni Development

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

Under general supervision, reporting to the Lead Senior Director of Advancement (Senior DOA) for the College, the Assistant Director of Development supports the management and operations of Development through lead annual gift fundraising for the College. Responsible for building and directing the lead annual gift alumni solicitation program of donor/prospect portfolios for the College. This position will be part of the University Development and College team and will operate within the system and procedures of USC Development to ensure consistent and well-coordinated activities.

Bachelor’s degree and 2 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience. Has the ability to travel by the geographical location of donors/prospects, work evenings and weekends, as required. Must have reliable means of transportation.

Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of fundraising or development experience in higher education and/or hybrid development model. Familiarity with Blackbaud CRM donor database preferred. Knowledge of fundraising or development experience in higher education and/or hybrid development model. Familiarity with Blackbaud CRM donor database or similar customer relationship management software.

General knowledge of principles and methods of planning and conducting a comprehensive fundraising program. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with faculty, alumni, donors, students, volunteers, businesses and the general public. Outstanding oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to travel, work evenings and weekends, as required. Effective computer experience including database operation and word processing.

Serves as Prospect Manager for potential donors with capacity under $25,000 with emphasis on current and future lead annual gifts for the College. Responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting a gift portfolio that benefits the program priorities of the College. Uses Blackbaud CRM to coordinate and document all prospect and donor relationships as well as any relevant assignment, cultivation, or solicitation information or pending opportunities.

Yes

25%

Solicits prospective donors, including individuals assigned and unassigned. Number of solicitations are set and established by the Senior DOA with consultation with the Assistant Director of Development that include individual solicitation goals. All solicitations are documented within a Plan and Opportunity in Blackbaud CRM. Establish a donor pipeline by entering all opportunities in Blackbaud CRM. Adheres to Prospect Development policies and procedures.

Yes

20%

Meets process performance goals set and established by the Senior DOA with consultation with the Assistant Director of Development that includes individual goals. These goals include a set number of personal initial visits, and solicitations, with a focus on the Top 10 gift closures selected at the beginning of the fiscal year, and tracked via the Fundraiser Dashboard through timely documentation in Blackbaud CRM. Stewardship visits are strongly encouraged.

Yes

20%

Actively works with Senior DOD, College dean or director, department chairs, faculty, alumni and key volunteers in fundraising efforts. Partners closely with Annual Giving for opportunities to gain expertise from the support fundraising programs.

Yes

20%

In collaboration with the Senior DOD, develops a plan of work, including specific fundraising strategies, campaign, prospect development, and stewardship, priorities and needs. Prepares reports and other required information as requested.

Yes

5%

Serves as a member of the overall USC development team by collaborating with colleagues across disciplines on donor strategies. Files timely contact reports timed with reimbursement requests; maintains accurate records and provides updated information in Blackbaud CRM as appropriate. Serves on committees and attends staff meetings as required.

Yes

5%

Accepts and implements other specific assignments as directed.

No

5%

No

Non-Essential

1

08/01/2024

06/05/2024

07/08/2024

No