What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Development - Law School position at Loyola University?
Position Details
Position Details
Job Title
DIR DEVELOPMENT
Position Number
8102772
Job Category
University Staff
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Campus
Chicago-Water Tower Campus
Department Name
PRINCIPAL & MAJOR GIFTS
Location Code
DEVELOPMENT - LAW SCHOOL (03633A)
Is this split and / or fully grant funded?
Duties and Responsibilities
Job Summary
The Director of Development, School of Law at Loyola University Chicago is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding Donors for Major and Planned Gifts to advance strategic priorities of the School & University and achieve goals.
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Managing Director of Development, School of Law (SOL), the Director of Development, School of Law is responsible for personally qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and closing Major and Principal Gifts to the School from Alumni and Friends with a capacity of $100K - $5M. The Director will partner with the Dean of SOL and work closely with Faculty, Researchers, and Staff in the successful attainment of Loyola University Chicago (Loyola) priorities and campaign initiatives.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Director of Development, School of Law, will :
- Manage the total range of fundraising activities (Identification, Qualification, Cultivation, Solicitation, and Stewardship) of an assigned portfolio of Prospects and Donors including directly soliciting and managing the solicitation of Principal and Major Gift Prospects for the School of Law.
- Make a defined number of visits and solicitations per year designed to move Prospects toward making a philanthropic commitment to the University.
- Provide support to the Dean of the School of Law.
- Write and edit correspondence, proposals, and reports to Prospective Donors and Major Gift Donors.
- Prepare timely Contact Reports on meetings and interactions with Prospects and Donors.
- Coordinate appointments and prepare any needed materials for meetings, visits or phone calls with Deans, the President, Alumni Volunteers, or other Senior Administrators, Alumni and Friend within Portfolio.
- Work collaboratively to facilitate the Qualification, Cultivation, Solicitation, and Stewardship of Prospects.
Minimum Education and / or Work Experience
Minimum qualifications includes a Bachelor's Degree, 3 - 5 years of experience in fundraising preferably in a Higher Education environment.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and / or Work Experience |
Qualifications
Certificates / Credentials / Licenses
n / a
Computer Skills
Supervisory Responsibilities
Required operation of university owned vehicles
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
Physical Demands
Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions
Irregular Hours
Open Date
01 / 24 / 2025
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate
121,800 / ann
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate
90,000 / ann
Special Instructions to Applicants
About Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Chicago is a private Jesuit University founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus. One of the largest Catholic Universities in the United States, Loyola's professional schools include programs in medicine, nursing, and health sciences anchored by the Loyola University Medical Center, and the Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Comprised of thirteen colleges and schools, Loyola University Chicago offers more than 80 undergraduate and 140 graduate / professional programs while enrolling approximately 17,000 students. In addition to offering a world class educational experience, Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. Our benefits are centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We offer medical, dental, vision, 403(b), HSA, FSAs, tuition benefit, pre-tax transit benefits, EAP, and more. To view our benefits in detail, click here .
As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic Universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce that enables a culture of inclusivity. We act with the heart of a nonprofit organization and an academic enterprise with ethical practices that advance the Jesuit Mission. Loyola actively seeks to build a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds that support our Jesuit tradition, while helping Ramblers foster a sense of belonging and affinity for all.
Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.
Quick Link for Posting
https : / / www.careers.luc.edu / postings / 30834
Salary : $90,000
