Director of Development

Grade 105Job Type: Officer of AdministrationBargaining Unit:Regular/Temporary: RegularEnd Date if Temporary:Hours Per Week: 35Standard Work Schedule:Building:Salary Range: $120,000 - $125,000The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.Position SummaryThe Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons Office of Development (VP&S OOD), a part of the Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC), is dedicated to facilitating relationships that support the vision and mission of CUIMC and VP&S: to transform health by driving discovery, advancing care, and educating leaders.The Director of Development will report to the Executive Director for Development (ED) and will manage multi-level assignments as well as work closely with the ED on specific development projects. The incumbent will serve as internal and external liaison to CUIMC related areas and programs within the Department of Medicine and other clinical areas as needed.The incumbent will independently manage a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects consisting of individuals, foundations, and corporations, developing strategies and cultivating relationships that lead to solicitation and stewardship of major gifts. The incumbent will be the liaison for other centers, institutes, and programs as needed in the Health Sciences, primarily within the Department of Medicine, and will play an active role in donor-related events for areas covered and act as a liaison for external groups including advisory boards, support groups or other community outreach programs as assigned. Other projects as assigned.The incumbent will participate in prospect assessment and assignment processes and work closely with the team to prepare annual objectives for the upcoming academic year. The incumbent will work closely with colleagues on joint projects with overlapping faculty and or donor interests.ResponsibilitiesManage a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects consisting of individuals, foundations, and corporations. Develop strategies and cultivate relationships that lead to solicitation and stewardship of major gifts of $100,000 and above. – 40%Serve as liaison to CUIMC related areas and programs, including critical liaison to the Department of Medicine and other areas within Health Sciences. – 40%Participate in prospect assessment and assignment processes. – 10%Annually prepare objectives for the upcoming academic year (e.g., dollars to be raised, solicitations planned, and cultivation/stewardship activities) to discuss with the Executive Director of Development so that mutually agreed criteria can be established. – 5%Other duties and special projects as assigned. – 5%Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience, plus four years of related experiencePreferred QualificationsMaster's degree preferredOther RequirementsProven ability to work successfully in a campaign environment with major gift solicitationAbility to develop meaningful and collaborative relationships across all functions and levels within the organization and relate well to an intellectually-sophisticated communityOutstanding interpersonal skills and ability to work proactively, independently and as a team, in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a calm and professional demeanorAdept at problem solving and using judgment in situations requiring initiative and tactHigh level of self-confidence, creativity, enthusiasm, engagement, self‑motivation, willingness to be innovative and energy to undertake diverse responsibilitiesMust demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills; and have ability to exercise excellent judgment, tact, confidentiality and diplomacy in all interactionsAbility to work with minimal supervision and maintain a high level of confidentialityMust be able to accurately handle diverse projects and a large volume of detailed work simultaneously, and use good judgment in prioritizing workExperience with basic researchStrong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (including SharePoint), Development databases, and use of prospect management tracking systemsThis position requires work beyond regular hours, including evenings and weekends, as projects and events requireCover letter requiredEqual Opportunity Employer / Disability / VeteranColumbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.#J-18808-Ljbffr