What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Development for Campus Initiatives position at William & Mary?
Position Information
Position Number
FPA52W
Position Title
Director of Development for Campus Initiatives
Employment Category
Full Time Professional
Location
William & Mary
Department
610000 University Advancement
Unit Mission Statement
We create the conditions for opportunity – human, financial & experiential – by garnering and stewarding the resources that advance William & Mary.
William & Mary Foundation’s defining and essential mission is to support the university’s people and programs. By seeking private support, and then diligently managing those funds, the W&M Foundation advances and furthers the work of William & Mary’s students and faculty —providing vital resources for scholarships, professorships, research and program funding.
Consistent with the university’s shared services agreement with the William & Mary Foundation (WMF), this position is assigned 5% effort to support WMF with the responsibilities outlined below.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Development for Campus Initiatives in the Office of University Advancement, the Director of Development for Campus Initiatives leads philanthropic capacity building and major gift fundraising for several university units, including but not limited to Strategic Cultural Partnerships and Military & Veteran Affairs. In supporting the assigned units, the Director provides Advancement counsel to relevant university administrators, develops and executes major gift fundraising strategy, and assists in coordinating fundraising efforts with Advancement partners including Corporate & Foundation Relations, Annual Giving & Philanthropic Engagement, Donor Relations, and Alumni Engagement.
The Director identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards a portfolio of 75-100 major gift prospects with the capacity to make gifts/pledges more than $50,000 within 3-5 years of identification, meeting increasingly aggressive annual fundraising goals and securing principal, major, and annual gifts to the university for endowment, capital, and annual support. In addition, the Director assists in the development of annual and campaign fundraising goals for assigned units and facilitates effective collaboration with University Advancement to meet them.
The Director will help foster a culture of belonging and trust that embraces all people and perspectives. This position is based in Williamsburg, Virginia, and is expected to work on site when not meeting with donors. Please review the full position description with all position duties under the “Featured Job Opportunities” on the University Advancement recruitment website: https://advancement.wm.edu/come-work-with-us/open-positions/index.php
Conditions of Employment
- Must have the ability to travel extensively and be available to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Essential Designation
No
FLSA
Exempt
Position Restricted?
No, this is a continuing E&G funded position and not term-limited
Position Term
Position Months
Faculty or Staff: 12 month
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness, including, but not limited to, collaboration, staffing, and programming.
- Progressively responsible experience in academic or non-profit fundraising (typically 5 years).
- Demonstrated success identifying, qualifying, soliciting, cultivating, and stewarding donors at the lead annual and major ($50,000 ) level.
- Successful track record of exceeding goals in a metrics-driven environment.
- Experience in enlisting and interacting with senior level leadership volunteers and committees.
- Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.
- Superb judgment and the sensibility to adjudicate wisely among competing priorities.
- Exceptional reasoning, problem-solving and analytical skills, including an ability to translate ideas and concepts into clear, actionable steps.
- Superb organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.
- Ability to work independently as well collaboratively with team members.
- Commitment to the core values of assigned units, including Strategic Cultural Partnerships and Military & Veteran affairs, to telling more inclusive histories and supporting the Common Ground framework towards more productive external partnerships.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working on a campaign within a higher education environment.
Is the position remote work eligible?
Hybrid (works remotely at least 1 day per week but not full-time)
Remote Work Disclaimer
Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.
Advertised Pay Range
Up to $100,000, commensurate with experience
Advertised Pay Range Statement
All hiring rates are commensurate with relevant experience up to the advertised amount considering internal alignment.
University Salary Range
U14
Benefits Summary Statement
William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none
Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none
Job Open Date
02/25/2025
Review Begin Date
03/25/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Application Instructions
Background Check Statement
William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
EEO Statement
William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Salary : $100,000
