Director of Development, MSU Museum
Deadline: 11-30-2017
Job No.: 472061
Department: University Advancement
Type: Administrative Professional
Salary Range: Negotiable
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Description
Michigan State University seeks a results-oriented Director of Development to lead a fundraising program for the MSU Museum. The MSU Museum’s core mission is engaging and inspiring the campus and community through science and culture. The MSU Museum is committed to understanding, interpreting and respecting natural and cultural diversity. As Michigan’s land-grand university museum, this commitment to society is met through education, exhibitions, research and the building and stewardship of collections that focus on Michigan and its relationship to the Great Lakes, and the world beyond. This museum requires an experienced development officer with a strong entrepreneurial spirit and creativity in linking philanthropic passions to programs of interest. This Director will have to assess both programmatic activities of the Museum and potential philanthropic investors. Starting with a strong strategic focus based on the museum’s strategic ambitions, this Director will work to build a portfolio of approximately 150 individuals by holding approximately 12 meetings a month with prospective donors. To accomplish these objectives, the Director will work closely with both the Director of the Museum and the Executive Director of Constituency Programs.
As Michigan State University strategically positions itself to successfully conclude a comprehensive campaign with a goal of raising more than $1.5 billion, this Director will play a pivotal role in planning and leading the campaign for the Museum. With an effort that focuses on raising money for programmatic, endowment, and expendable support, the management of a volunteer fundraising board will also be an important part of the Director’s responsibilities.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year degree program in museum studies, museum administration, communications, public relations, marketing, business, liberal arts or other field.
Three – five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in professional fundraising, higher education development, public relations, marketing or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Travel required; ability to travel both in-state and out-of-state.
Ability to work weekends and evenings.
Valid driver’s license.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
A master’s degree
Five years of progressively responsible experience in higher education development, not-for-profit development, outside sales, public relations or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills and intellectual curiosity.
Ability to work with a variety of personality types.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Collaborative team-oriented style.
Working knowledge of tax laws affecting charitable giving.
Experience with prospect management processes or related strategic relationship development.
How to apply
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Andrew Watkins, Executive Director of Constituency Programs at watki193@msu.edu.
All candidates must submit an application and resume through Careers @ MSU Website. The URL for this website is www.careers.msu.edu. Please indicate the position number 472061 when submitting your application.
Screening of applicants will continue until the position is filled.
MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.
MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.