The Senior Director of Development for the College of Medicine (CMED) plays a critical leadership role in advancing the mission and impact of CMED through strategic philanthropic engagement. As a senior member of the CMED advancement team, this position is responsible for helping design, implement, and execute development strategies that generate significant support through principal, major and planned gifts, while collaborating closely with the broader University Advancement team. The Senior Director will focus on identifying, cultivating, and soliciting high-capacity individuals capable of principal-level commitments and planned gifts, while also contributing to the colleges overall development strategy. The Director also has the responsibility to raise upwards of $3,000,000 annually. This position reports to the Deputy Chief of Advancement and Campaign Strategies and works collaboratively with CMED leadership, university leadership, development colleagues, and other university partners.

Bachelors degree.
Six years of professional experience in sales, marketing, fundraising, or a related field.
Demonstrated successful and progressively responsible relationship development experience in fundraising, sales, customer service, and/or alumni/donor relations.
Exceptional interpersonal and persuasive verbal and written communication skills, including projecting a positive and professional attitude.
Proven track record working both independently and as part of a team while inspiring trust and confidence with colleagues and constituents.
Ability to successfully handle competing priorities and manage projects.
Proficiency with Microsoft e-mail, excel, word, and online applications.
Must possess, or be able to obtain, a valid drivers license.
Ability to meet travel requirements, including air and vehicle travel.
Must be able to lift and carry files and promotional materials.
Must be willing to work evening and/or weekend hours as necessary.
Must be able to make compelling direct, face-to-face solicitations as well as in written proposals, and assist other staff with their solicitation plans (e.g. provide portfolio development support, strategic counsel, and help with donor communications).
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Graduate degree.
Experience working in higher education.
Experience working in a medical or healthcare related field.
Fundraising experience closing major gifts of $500,000 and more.
Experience working with planned or legacy giving.
Ability to plan and execute a fundraising project from conception to realization.
Demonstrated ability to effectively create and maintain relationships with a constituent base.
Experience in proposal development and/or grant writing.
Experience with prospective donor relationship development/management and/or other similar client development principles and techniques.
Knowledge of best practices in leadership and major gift fundraising, as well as relevant policies, procedures, and software associated with planned giving opportunities.
Considerable knowledge and a successful record of donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
Knowledge of and skill in using fundraising databases and planned giving software.
Proficient in the use of data to develop performance measurements, show portfolio growth, and project gift yield.
Experience leveraging the advantages of social media, virtual presentation methods, and website resources to make connections and build relationships.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team while inspiring trust and confidence with colleagues and constituents.

Serves as a senior frontline fundraiser for the College of Medicine with a primary focus on principal, major, and planned gifts.
Develops and manages a dynamic portfolio of upwards of 150 high-capacity prospects of the College, with the goal of securing commitments that advance CMEDs strategic initiatives.
Achieves an annual fundraising goal, raising upwards of $3,000,000 million.
Partners with the CMED Dean, leadership, and faculty to craft compelling cases for support aligned with the colleges top priorities in medical education, research, and clinical care.
Informs and supports the implementation of annual, major, and planned giving strategies specific to CMEDs fundraising goals and aligned with the programs, policies, and procedures of the University.
Works collaboratively across the University Advancement division to align efforts, share insights, and support integrated donor strategies.
Collaborates with CMED and Advancement colleagues to develop and implement cultivation and stewardship programs that deepen public awareness of CMEDs mission, achievements, and philanthropic opportunities.
Participates in university, college, and divisional activities and committees.
Performs other duties as assigned.

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Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives.

We serve nearly 15,500 students on our Mount Pleasant campus, in satellite locations around the state and throughout the country, and through flexible online programs. Many of our approximately 300 undergraduate, masters, specialist and doctoral programs in the arts, media, business, education, human services, health professions, liberal arts, social sciences, medicine, science and engineering are nationally ranked for excellence.

CMU leads the nation in leadership development programming through our Sarah R. Opperman Leadership Institute, and we are proud to be among only 5% of U.S. universities in the top two Carnegie research classifications. Our faculty work with graduate and undergraduate students in areas such as Great Lakes research, medical innovation, engineering technology and more.

Central is home to 17 mens and womens Division 1 sports including football, basketball, gymnastics, baseball, wrestling and more. Our student-athletes achieve great success in competition and in the classroom, capturing Mid-American Conference championships and maintaining an average cumulative GPA of 3.17.

CMU is located in Mount Pleasant, a community that blends the best of small-town living with big-city amenities. Its part of the culturally varied and vibrant Great Lakes Bay Region that also includes Saginaw, Bay City, Midland and the states largest Native American community, centered on the Saginaw Chippewa Isabella Reservation in Mount Pleasant.

Area residents enjoy the mix of outdoor activities, cultural events, shopping and dining options, and family attractions. Other major Michigan destinations and attractions - Lansing, Grand Rapids, Detroit, Traverse City, wineries, beaches, golf and ski resorts, and many more - are within easy reach of the citys central location in Michigans Lower Peninsula.

CMU employees enjoy access to a nationally recognized wellness program along with health care and benefits that exceed regional, state and national norms.

Central Michigan University is a place where we value students and work for their success, where we act as family, and where employees are engaged, appreciated and have extraordinary opportunities to make a difference.

We intentionally maintain and strengthen the hallmark CMU culture that sets us apart from our peers by expecting CMU leaders and employees to model the following Leadership Standards and develop them within their teams.

Please review the Leadership Standards before applying for this position.

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community.

You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.

Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.