Director – College Development I

Job Title

Director – College Development I

Department

Development Office

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

MTSU seeks a skilled Director of Development to lead a comprehensive fund-raising program in the College of Education. The Director will have responsibility for all advancement activities in the college, focusing primarily on successful cultivation and solicitation of major and planned gifts ($25,000+).Additional focus will include campaign planning, leadership annual giving, and donor stewardship. The Director will build and manage a portfolio of 80 – 100 major gift prospects; coordinate extensive schedule of personal visits with individuals, corporations and foundations, involving the dean and other faculty appropriately; support the overall fund-raising efforts of the Development Office and the University; and develop strategic fund-raising goals and plans, elevating overall fund-raising in the College of Education. Occasional night and or weekend hours are required. Perform other related tasks or special projects as assigned.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree required.

Required Related Experience

Demonstrated ability to set, pursue, and achieve goals preferably in a fundraising, sales, or marketing capacity.

Desirable Related Experience

Three (3) years progressively responsible and successful fundraising, sales, or marketing experience preferred.

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter & Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following: 

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

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MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://w1.mtsu.edu/police/annual-security-report.php or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: March 24, 2025

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