Director of Campaign Operations

Description

Description:

At Carroll University, we are committed to identifying and employing strategies to support our goal to be and remain a socially just organization. Rooted in the Presbyterian (U.S.A.) heritage, we respect all aspects of diversity, embrace the practice of equity, expect inclusion, and embrace belonging throughout our community. Therefore, we seek applicants who can demonstrate their understanding of justice and who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population.

Responsibilities:
Develop a working knowledge of Carroll University in general and funding priorities, specifically to articulate a compelling case for support to all constituents.
Lead, partner and communicate closely with the major and planned gifts team in planning long and short-term strategies to develop relationships and secure gifts from individuals through major and planned gifts in support of the campaign.
In consultation with the Vice President, lead, coach and assess development officers and their individual and collective work in support of the mission of the university and the growth of private financial support, particular for campaign objectives.
Collaborate with the Vice President to develop aspirational and achievable principal fundraising goals and measurable strategic objectives; provide leadership for strategy and implementation of a comprehensive campaign while following widely accepted best practices.
Provide direction and leadership to ensure that the use of prospect screening findings and other research are utilized to their fullest potential to help guide fundraisers and to maximize solicitations and donor outcomes.
Manage a portfolio of 50-100 prospects generating 5-10 prospect visits per month leading to growth in the number of completed solicitations. Prepare written proposals, informational materials, endowment agreements and other documents required in the process of securing commitments from donors.
Recruit, supervise, coach, mentor, motivate and evaluate the Director of Planned Giving, Senior Advancement Officers for the preparation and implementation of campaign and annual goals and objectives.
Work collaboratively with the Director of Stewardship and Donor Relations to assist with prospect portfolio management and prospect research.
Assist various university officials in the solicitation of leadership gift prospects (unrestricted and restricted), specifically those identified as Old Main Society prospects.
Establish with the appropriate Institutional Advancement team members, annual goals for pledges, major gifts, planned gifts, foundation and corporate gifts for special and comprehensive campaigns.
Develop with the appropriate Institutional Advancement team members, annual budgets for major and planned giving programs. Monitor and evaluate revenues and expenses as compared to approved budgets to ensure sound fiscal management of all resources.
Communicate closely with the Senior Director of Alumni Engagement regarding alumni events/activities, homecoming, reunion activities/giving, regional events, service projects other programs that enhance relationships with all constituents.
Coordinate with appropriate team members to facilitate regular prospect management meetings. This includes prospect clearance, strategy development, moves planning, execution and tracking.
Report prospect activity on a timely basis through contact reports and prospect tracking system updates.
Perform other duties as requested, delegated or assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum of 8 to ten years of progressively responsible professional fundraising and management experience, preferably in higher education, including a minimum of four years of supervisory and leadership experience
• Working knowledge of planned giving and deferred giving vehicles
• Working knowledge of foundation and corporate fundraising
• Substantial successful track record in the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major gifts ($50,000 and above) - including personal success in closing six and seven-figure gifts
• Experience with capital campaigns, preferably with multi-year comprehensive campaigns

Technology Skills:

• Thorough working knowledge of metrics-driven major gift fundraising programs
• Demonstrated experience with prospect management systems
• Knowledge of advancement data systems
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Excel, Outlook and Word.

Human Relations Skills:

• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, ability, socio-economic background or job type.
• Demonstration of integrity, positive attitude, diplomacy, tact, courtesy and a sense of humor.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• High energy level, self-motivated and self-directed to design and complete complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have skills and desire to: multi-task and meet deadlines; be a team player; work collaboratively; understand the principles and techniques relevant to major gift fundraising and campaign management and; participation in evening, weekend and travel activities as necessary.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and aptitude to work with people of different ages, temperaments and backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information/materials with discretion.
• Appreciation for and the ability to clearly articulate the mission and ethos of Carroll University.
• Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.

Compliance:

• Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at the Department of Public Safety, at 208 Wright St., Waukesha, WI 5318

The Office of Institutional Advancement operates under the code of ethics created by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education:

CASE Statement of Ethics

• Institutional advancement professionals, by virtue of their responsibilities within the academic community, represent their colleges, universities, and schools to the larger society. They have, therefore, a special duty to exemplify the best qualities of their institutions and to observe the highest standards of personal and professional conduct.
• In so doing, they promote the merits of their institutions, and of education generally, without disparaging other colleges and schools;
• Their words and actions embody respect for truth, fairness, free inquiry, and the opinions of others;
• They respect all individuals without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, ethnic or national identity, handicap, or age;
• They uphold the professional reputation of other advancement officers and give credit for ideas, words, or images originated by others;
• They safeguard privacy rights and confidential information;
• They do not grant or accept favors for personal gain, nor do they solicit or accept favors for their institutions where a higher public interest would be violated;
• They avoid actual or apparent conflicts of interest and, if in doubt, seek guidance from appropriate authorities;
• They follow the letter and spirit of laws and regulations affecting institutional advancement;
• They observe these standards and others that apply to their professions and actively encourage colleagues to join them in supporting the highest standards of conduct.

The CASE Board of Trustees adopted this Statement of Ethics to guide and reinforce our professional conduct in all areas of institutional advancement. The statement is also intended to stimulate awareness and discussion of ethical issues that may arise in our professional activities. The Board adopted the final text in Toronto on July 11, 1982, after a year of deliberation by national and district leaders and by countless volunteers throughout the membership.

Requirements

Please submit a cover letter and resume for this position along with this electronic application.

Carroll University makes employment opportunities available to qualified individuals whose skills and experience make them suitable candidates for placement. Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.

Carroll University does not discriminate in any manner contrary to law or justice on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran's status in administration of programs or in the employment of faculty and staff.

The employment opportunities list is updated periodically based on openings. Applications will be accepted only for vacancies currently listed. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.