Director of Development, Arrupe College Thank you for your interest in Loyola University Chicago. To view open positions, please enter your search criteria below. You may view all open positions by not specifying any search criteria and selecting the "Search" button. Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Position Details Position Details Job Title DIR DEVELOPMENT Position Number 8101375 Job Category University Staff Job Type Full-Time FLSA Status Exempt Campus Chicago-Water Tower Campus Department Name PRINCIPAL & MAJOR GIFTS Location Code MAJOR GIFTS (03634A) Is this split and/or fully grant funded? No Duties and Responsibilities JOB SUMMARY :Under general direction, the Director of Development, Arrupe College of Loyola University Chicago (Arrupe College) is responsible for establishing strategic short- and long-range fundraising goals for the University by identifying, cultivating, solicitating and stewarding donors for major and planned gifts. The Director develops and manages strategies and staff to achieve goals.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :The Director of Development, Arrupe College, will set and achieve fundraising goals and metrics for Arrupe College in addition to managing a broad portfolio of prospects for other university programs and initiatives. The Director of Development will participate in the qualification, cultivation, and solicitation of major and principal gift prospects with a capacity of $100K – $5M for both Arrupe College and other university programs and initiatives. The Director will set and achieve fundraising goals and metrics for prospects. The Director will partner with the Dean of Arrupe College and work closely with faculty and other university leadership to cultivate, solicit and steward major and principal gifts from alumni and friends in the successful attainment of the goals for based on university priorities and campaign initiatives.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES The Director of Development, Arrupe College, will:
Manage the total range of fundraising activities (qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship) of an assigned portfolio of prospects and donors including directly soliciting and managing the solicitation of major gift prospects.
Make a defined number of visits and solicitations per year designed to move prospects toward making a philanthropic commitment to the university.
Provide support to the Dean of Arrupe College and for the volunteer leadership for Arrupe College.
Write and edit correspondence, proposals, and reports to prospective donors and major gift/capital campaign gift donors.
Prepare contact reports on meetings and interactions with donors and prospects.
Coordinate appointments and prepare any required materials for meetings, visits or phone calls with Deans, President, alumni volunteers, or other senior administrators with alumni and friends within prospect pool.
Work collaboratively to facilitate the qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of prospects.
Other duties, as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Minimum qualifications includes a bachelor’s degree, 3-5 years experience in fund raising preferably in a higher education environment.Qualifications Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
3-5 years of relevant fundraising experience or sales experience in a complex organization. Preference for demonstrated success in making and closing four and five-figure gift solicitations from individual donors. Transferable experience in sales will be given equal consideration.
Experience in higher education is a plus.
3-5 years significant leadership experience.
Must have demonstrated, successful track record of donor cultivation and solicitation.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
N/AComputer Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Working knowledge of personal computers
Working knowledge of donor and fundraising databases.
Supervisory Responsibilities No
Required operation of university owned vehicles No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? No
Physical Demands Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions Irregular Hours
Open Date 09/10/2024
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate $125,000/ann
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate $115,000/ann
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About Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Chicago is a private Jesuit University founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus. One of the largest Catholic Universities in the United States, Loyola’s professional schools include programs in medicine, nursing, and health sciences anchored by the Loyola University Medical Center, and the Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Comprised of thirteen colleges and schools, Loyola University Chicago offers more than 80 undergraduate and 140 graduate/professional programs while enrolling approximately 17,000 students. In addition to offering a world class educational experience, Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. Our benefits are centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We offer medical, dental, vision, 403(b), HSA , FSAs, tuition benefit, pre-tax transit benefits, EAP , and more. To view our benefits in detail, click here (https://www.luc.edu/hr/facultystaffbenefits/) .As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic Universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce that enables a culture of inclusivity. We act with the heart of a nonprofit organization and an academic enterprise with ethical practices that advance the Jesuit Mission. Loyola actively seeks to build a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds that support our Jesuit tradition, while helping Ramblers foster a sense of belonging and affinity for all.Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.Quick Link for Posting https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/29117