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Structure
The Director of Development, Carl H. Lindner College of Business, is an exempt (salaried) position employed by the University of Cincinnati Foundation (UCF) and reports to the Senior Director of Development, Carl H. Lindner College of Business.
Focus
The Director of Development is responsible for raising money and directing fundraising activities for the benefit of the Carl H. Lindner College of Business (Lindner). Activities of the Director will be coordinated with other UCF fundraising activities. Heavy emphasis is placed on developing relationships with our corporate community partners/organizations, parents, alumni, and faculty to secure emerging mid-level/major gift funding to support the college’s academic missions.
Specific Duties
- Work closely with the Senior Director of Development, Lindner College of Business to develop, implement, and reach metric driven financial targets commensurate with the Lindner team’s overarching goals.
- Build and maintain an active portfolio of major gift ($100K+) prospects through a robust schedule of personal visits and strategic interactions.
- Manage working with our honors alumni and parents.
- Foster productive partnerships with Lindner faculty and staff leadership to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and close major gift donors to fund priority programs.
- Work collaboratively with UCF departments and fundraising specialists (prospect research, gift planning, corporate and foundation relations, and national programs) for the benefit of the Carl H. Lindner College of Business.
- Collaborate across multiple disciplines to enhance fundraising revenue and donor impact.
- Ensure appropriate stewardship of gifts and donors.
- Maintain donor files and reports related to UCF fundraising programs.
- Complete other special assignments relating to awareness, involvement, and support as requested by faculty in close collaboration with the Lindner team.
- Demonstrate commitment to developing efforts to support diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Other duties, as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with 5-7 years of fundraising experience in higher education, or advanced degree with 3-5 years of experience.
- Record of successful gift solicitation and closure.
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
- Ability to interact favorably with a diverse group of individuals and to foster strong, productive relationships.
- Willingness to travel and attend evening and weekend activities as needed.
- Valid driver’s license required for travel.
- A commitment to and passion for the role of development in advancing the mission of the University of Cincinnati and UC Health.
What We Offer
The anticipated starting salary range for the Director of Development, Lindner College of Business role is $80,000 to $95,000 annually. When determining final offer amount the UC Foundation considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, external market data, as well as, market and business considerations when making compensation decisions.
At the UC Foundation, we understand the importance of providing both a desirable work environment as well as benefits that provide our employee’s peace of mind and work/life balance. We offer a total rewards package inclusive of performance based bonus, as well as, competitive health and wellness benefits, tuition remission, retirement with employer match, paid parental leave, and paid vacation, sick time and holidays, including calendar year-end closing. To learn more, visit our careers page.
Physical Demands
This position is considered to have light work. Exerting up to 20lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up a negligible of force constantly to move objects. This position requires the operation of a motor vehicle. This position also requires:
- Standing
- Walking
- Lifting
- Finger use
- Talking
- Hearing
- Repetitive motion of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, this position is subject to outside environmental conditions and indoor conditions.
Pre-Hire Requirements
The UC Foundation seeks talented, collaborative and mission-focused individuals to join our advancement team in driving philanthropic support for the University of Cincinnati and UC Health. All offers of full-time employment are contingent upon passing a criminal background check and drug test. Positions requiring a degree are also contingent upon education verification.
