Assistant Director of Development, Annual Giving

Job Summary:

The Assistant Director of Development, Annual Giving will advance the mission of Miami University by planning, organizing, and implementing strategies to increase the level of engagement and financial commitment of alumni and friends through telephone, electronic and personal solicitation. Particular emphasis will be given to securing philanthropic support for the university’s Annual Fund through a comprehensive phone, email, and text solicitation strategy.

Miami University is a public university founded in 1809. With its close proximity to the city of Cincinnati, coupled with a nationally recognized excellence in undergraduate education, there is a significant opportunity to increase all measures of support from alumni, friends, and corporate and foundation partners. As the university looks to embark upon its next comprehensive campaign, a robust and high functioning development team will play a critical role in the success of that effort.

In alignment with Miami University’s statement on Diversity and Inclusion, University Advancement is committed to and fully embraces the philosophy and belief that a diverse community is among an institution's greatest strengths. The Division of University Advancement is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where all people feel safe, valued, and respected. To view our full statement including our specific commitments, please visit our website: miamialum.org/DEI_statement.

Duties/Physical Demands:

Manage the Student Calling Program
•Recruit, interview, hire, train, schedule, and directly supervise 5-7 student supervisors and 40-50 student callers
•With support from the Director of Development, Annual Giving, create the job descriptions, training program, and manual for student supervisors and callers.
•Develop and implement creative employee recognition and incentive programs to retain and motivate callers, improve performance and increase productivity.
•In collaboration with the Director of Development, Annual Giving, create a comprehensive solicitation and stewardship strategy. This includes: establishing a calling calendar, determining calling segments and pools, managing data requests, developing calling scripts, follow-up emails, text messages and fulfillment letters.
•With support from the Director of Development, Annual Giving will establish goals for the overall program as well as individual segments
•Measure performance of individual callers in order to increase their productivity and meet overall program goals
•Collaborate with the Gift Processing Team and Advancement Services to ensure all reports are accurate and meeting the goals of the program.

Leadership Annual Giving - Personal Solicitation
•Create and implement a strategic and comprehensive focus around individual outreach and prospect management to increase annual giving and develop a strong pipeline of consistent donors capable of making gifts in the $1,000 - $50,000 range.
•Effect cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship calls to alumni and friends independently and occasionally with other staff, faculty, administrators and alumni volunteers.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree; minimum of one year of related work experience (volunteer work may be counted towards this requirement)

Desired Qualifications:

Work experience in a financial, fundraising or sales setting; experience in an educational setting

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Outstanding communication skills; commitment to collaborative approach to
fundraising; excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; and willingness to travel
occasionally

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered for this position, please upload a cover letter, resume, and three professional references.

Diversity Statement:

Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all.

For more information on Miami University’s diversity initiatives, please visit the Office of Institutional Diversity & Inclusion webpage. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

EO/AA Statement/Clery Act:

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at (513) 529-2223.

Labor Law Posters for Applicants:

Miami University is committed to providing up-to-date information from the Department of Labor to our applicants for employment. Here, you will find links to the current information regarding the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and the Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

Benefits Eligible: Yes