Associate Development Officer

Associate Development Officer
University of Minnesota Law School

The Associate Development Officer is responsible for:

• Soliciting leadership annual gift commitments from alumni and friends of the Law School.
• Qualifying prospects that have been identified but who have not received personal attention from the Law School in the past
• Supporting volunteer fundraising committees for milestone reunion classes

The University of Minnesota Law School successfully completed a comprehensive campaign in 2021, raising $106M on an $80M goal. We are now in the bridge period before we begin the next major campaign. This person is a critical member of the development team, ensuring the Law School is able to further its ambitious goals.

The position reports to the Director of Development. Some limited regional travel may be required as well as occasional evening and weekend activities. Salary is dependent on education and experience with the hiring range being $62,000 - $68,000 annually, with additional earnings potential through the Annual Incentive Plan. The majority of the work is in-person with some remote flexibility.

Appointment
This is a full-time, 100%, annually renewable, academic professional position

Responsibilities

• Identify with the Director of Development, UMF Research, and other sources, a donor prospect pool of approximately 100 Law School alumni and friends. Make a minimum of 125 substantive donor contacts each year with identified prospects. Work to move these prospects through the process from qualification to solicitation of gifts of leadership annual gift for identified Law School priorities.
• Follow up with correspondence, phone calls, and additional in-person or virtual visits as appropriate to close gifts.
• Develop and implement a strategy for each prospect, including ways to increase involvement of donors and prospects in the activities of the School and assigned departments. Make assessment calls, cultivate, solicit, provide recognition and appropriately steward gifts.
• Research and develop proposals and supporting materials (recognition opportunities, etc.) for use in soliciting gifts for fundraising priorities in consultation with the Director of Development, Advancement team members, and /or faculty leaderships and University administrators as appropriate.
• Staff and support key Law School reunion gift committees and other volunteers directly engaged in fundraising for major outright and planned gifts for the Law School. Solicit outright and planned gifts from reunion classmates identified by their peers as having the capacity and willingness to give.
• Develop gift proposals, memorandum of agreement and other written correspondence and gift documentation.
• Provide regular reports on the progress and results of the prospect solicitation process and portfolio. Complete and file thorough reports of all contacts in a timely manner in the Donor Management System (DMS). Review research reports and information from the University donor management system database on assigned donors and prospects.

Required-

• Completed Bachelor's degree;
• Minimum of two years of professional experience in areas such as development/fundraising which may include stewardship, annual giving, cultivation and/or solicitation; or related experience in marketing, sales, or public relations;
• Project coordination experience including managing within tight timeframes and budgets;
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple priorities;
• Demonstrated success in working in a team setting;
• Experience in coordinating volunteers or similar constituents; demonstrated ability to motivate and lead people and to work collaboratively;
• Demonstrated relationship-building skills with a diverse constituency of donors, faculty, strategic partners, volunteers and UMF staff. Demonstrated experience and commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace with individuals with diverse identities and underrepresented groups.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to learn and become proficient in our CRM software and donor databases.

Preferred-

• Experience in a large, complex university setting is desired;
• Affinity to the University of Minnesota.

Recognized as one of the country's preeminent public law schools, the University of Minnesota Law School is a leader in preparing students to solve our time's complex social, economic, and business issues. Our exceptional faculty, innovative curriculum, and unmatched clinical and experiential learning opportunities equip students for the demands of the 21st century. We are distinguished by a rare collegial culture emphasizing teamwork, problem-solving, leadership, and persuasion. The Law School draws a talented, diverse student body from every part of the United States and numerous countries.

Pay Range: $62,000 - $68,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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