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Location

Ithaca, NY | United States

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Job description

Job Summar y:

Provide leadership in the development, implementation, and management of a donor relations program focused on leadership, major, and principal gift prospects. Manage a comprehensive donor relations program for all donors. Oversee programs for the engagement of students, young alumni, and alumni creating a continuum of connection. Oversee the maintenance of data, the tracking of documentation and correspondence with donors for endowment and scholarship accounts and restricted use gifts. Develop policies and procedures for those programs managed. Oversee donor recognition events, engagement events, and associated communications. Responsible for gift receipting and donor acknowledgement. The director will have frequent contact with the prospect managers, annual fund staff, strategic marketing and communications staff, advancement services, student financial services, financial services, academic deans, and other staff and faculty.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Oversee a team responsible for the management of donor-funded scholarship; the Friends of Ithaca College recognition; the online memorial tribute; donor relations signage on campus; and events and programs that engage, and provide recognition to our alumni, parents and family members, friends, faculty, and staff throughout the cycles of their relationships with the college.
2. With the assistant vice president, partner with College Relations and Communications on the development and implementation of a strategic advancement communications plan, which encompasses development, donor relations, and alumni and family relations.
3. Develop, manage, and document a comprehensive stewardship program for all donors, from broad-based to principal gifts. Develop, implement, and monitor donor relations policies and procedures.
4. Oversee the drafting and approval of new fund and gift agreements. Develop and maintain a comprehensive endowment and donor relations data, utilizing Blackbaud and Fundriver.
5. Develop, demonstrate, and promote multicultural awareness and contribute to cultivating an inclusive, diverse and respectful College community. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion as a college priority, communicate to employees an expectation of behavior that is civil and inclusive when interacting with all staff, faculty, students and visitors and promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment.
6. Develop donor relations strategies for all donors and relatives of donors (when appropriate) of leadership gifts plus, planned, major, planned, and principal gifts, including those for endowments, capital projects, and restricted use, in consultation with prospect managers when appropriate. Oversee donor relations and recognition of key donors and work with the appropriate program managers to provide guidance on recognition programs.
7. Develop and implement a comprehensive plan for donors at all levels, including the implementation of the receipt and acknowledgment model for gifts.
8. Provide support and oversight to ensure consistent branding and messaging for programs such as the Blue & Gold Society and the Friends of Ithaca College.
9. Oversee the preparation of regular reports to donors and internal audiences, in collaboration with student financial services, financial services and school/college officers. For endowments, maintain fund data that includes the background of the donor(s), dates of the initial gift for each endowment and successive gifts, purpose of the endowment, current market value of the endowed fund, and annual use of the endowment income for reporting purposes.
10. Oversee parent relations in conjunction with the Director of Family Giving, providing guidance to the Associate Director responsible for the engagement of Ithaca College parents and family members.
11. Serve as the staff liaison to the Alumni Awards Committee of the Alumni Association Board of Directors.
12. Serve as liaison to the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Life, and offices within that division including Career Services, Student Engagement and Multicultural Affairs.
13. Oversee all donor relations signage on campus, including drafting appropriate language, signage production, and installation.
14. Works collaboratively with the other Director of Engagement and Constituent Relations to oversee the strategy, development and management of events and programs to ensure consistent experiences, systems, and processes.
15. Oversee the program that encompasses the engagement of students and young alumni, and the program that connects alumni to the college through their graduation classes, creating a continuum of connection from student to alumnus/a, to create a culture of involvement and philanthropy.
16. Work with the Executive Director of Planned Giving on stewardship of the Founders Circle
17. Participate in and support other events sponsored by the Division of College Relations and Advancement.
18. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree and a minimum of five years' experience in development, alumni relations, communications, donor relations or related field; ability to work independently, excellent attention to detail, self-motivated, strong organizational, written and verbal communications skills; ability to plan, develop and implement activities, programs and special events; previous experience working with and supervising volunteers; ability to cultivate an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment; ability to treat all people equitably and with a sensitivity and awareness to cultural difference; demonstrated ability to hold others accountable for behavior that is supportive of a community that is diverse and inclusive; flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and some travel is required; a working knowledge of various word processing, spreadsheet, and database software applications are required. Experience working in a college or university setting is preferred.

Application Instructions: 

Interested applicants must apply online and attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references. Questions about online applications should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-8000 or [email protected]. 

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated. 

Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position. 

Hiring Range $68,000 - $72,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits, including work/life balance, generous paid time off policies, career-enhancing trainings, educational benefits, and opportunities to give back to the community. Beyond benefits, you’ll enjoy the kind of uniquely rewarding work environment that can only be found in a vibrant college community.  For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit

About Ithaca

At Ithaca College, a comprehensive residential campus community of 6,500 students, we strive to be at the forefront of the higher education landscape. Our strategic plan, IC 20/20, positions us to offer a distinct integrative learning experience that makes students ready for the personal, professional, and global challenges of our age. We seek candidates who embrace integrative learning and want to be a part of this exciting time in Ithaca College history. We encourage creative collaboration and innovation in our faculty and staff, providing support and resources for them to grow in their fields and lead students to their own innovative ideas and achievements. We welcome different ways of thinking and look for candidates with unique points of view and life experiences. We are inclusive of individuals with a wide range of cultural, personal, and professional backgrounds, talents, and skills. Our campus is a vibrant and rewarding community where diverse minds can learn, succeed, and excel. Nestled in the heart of New York State's scenic Finger Lakes region, Ithaca College sits atop South Hill overlooking picturesque Cayuga Lake and is just minutes away from the city ce ... nter. Combining small town warmth and charm with the vibrancy of a college community, the thriving and culturally diverse city of Ithaca has been rated by Kiplinger’s as one of the top 10 places to live in the United States. To learn more about Ithaca College, visit us at ithaca.edu.

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