Eastern Washington University
Location
Indiana | United States
Job description
Posting Details
Position Title
Director - Philanthropy
Posting Number
2023075EP
Position Information
Classification Title
Dir-Philanthropy
Working Title
Director - Philanthropy
Classification Code
1455
RCW Exemption Criteria
22 - Development
EWU Position Number
E99698
CUPA Code
P-437100 - Head of Development, College/Division
FLSA
Exempt - Administrative
Bargaining Unit
None
% Full Time
100
Salary / Wage Range
AE - 112
Salary Information
$73,572 – $103,006 Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills.
Anticipated Start Date
Term of Appointment
12 months per year
Location
This position in based on our Cheney campus with frequent meetings in Spokane and regional travel. Eastern values the flexibility of telecommuting to foster an efficient and effective work environment.
County
Spokane
Project Description
Project Duration
Background Check
Yes - Both
Responsible HR User
Kenlyn Mackey
Responsible HR User Email address
Position Details
Job Summary
Eastern Washington University is seeking a Director of Philanthropy for its College of Professional Programs (CPP). Come join a dynamic and committed team of fundraising professionals, and the university’s first $100 Million campaign.
As part of a regional comprehensive university, the college seeks to promote inclusive professionalism through transformational learning experiences that empower students. Student success is achieved through our shared values of cooperation, opportunity, service, cultural responsiveness, and compassion. Under the mentorship and guidance of highly engaged faculty and staff who believe in their ability to succeed, students in the college become career-focused thought leaders, pursuing change and justice in their communities by applying their disciplinary knowledge and their experiential understanding of their field to positively impact the people they serve. The College of Professional Programs is committed to supporting work that contributes to a positive intercultural campus climate reflecting the diversity of people, ideas, beliefs, and philosophies.
EWU expands opportunities for personal transformation through excellence in learning.
Applications are accepted until recruitment is closed. Applications will continue to be screened until recruitment is closed. Please note this recruitment will close to further applications at midnight on February 15, 2024.
About Eastern Washington University
Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place—the knowledge that comes from the land.
Diversity Statement
EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.
Conditions of Employment
Physical Demands
If you would like to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis form, which describes the physical and mental demands of the position, please contact Kenlyn Mackey at [email protected] .
Pre-Placement Physical
No
Hearing Test
No
Medical Monitoring Post Hire
No
Protective Equipment
University, local, regional and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Other Skills and Abilities
Work Schedule Type
Other
Work Schedule
Normal business hours are Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm. Position will require evening and weekend work. Travel required (at least four days per month).
Posting Date
08/29/2023
Open Until Further Notice
No
Closing Date
02/15/2024
Screening to Begin
Immediately
Special Instructions to Applicants
1. Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required minimum qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.
2. Attach a chronological resume including work experience, education, and applicable certifications. Please include the names, addresses and phone numbers for 3 professional references in your resume.
3. Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
Application Types Accepted
Application
Job Duties
% of Time
50
Responsibility / Duty
Initiate and coordinate major giving efforts for University priorities by utilizing the Moves Management approach, working with a donor pool of 75-150 prospects on an annual basis. Match interests of donors with areas of University or College/Division priority. Complete target of 200 plus face-to-face prospect visits each year. Present major gift proposals for support.
Essential Function Indicator
Yes
% of Time
20
Responsibility / Duty
Involve and work with University President, Vice President for Advancement, Deans and/or Department chairs in solicitation of major gifts as appropriate. Become an expert with programs across the university.
Essential Function Indicator
Yes
% of Time
10
Responsibility / Duty
Attend regular prospect management meetings and other advancement activities in order to further the success of the University Advancement team.
Essential Function Indicator
Yes
% of Time
10
Responsibility / Duty
With assistance of prospect research personnel, prioritize prospective donors to the university
Essential Function Indicator
Yes
% of Time
10
Responsibility / Duty
Work with centralized areas for support with other opportunities through annual giving, planned giving and athletics.
Essential Function Indicator
Yes
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