Do you have higher education experience in the annual giving areas of phonathon, direct mail, employee giving, and/or electronic solicitations? Would you like to work with an energetic group of staff at a newly unified foundation, one with no barriers between advancement, alumni relations and stewardship? On the eve of Ball State University’s centennial, under an empowering, entrepreneurial management philosophy, our integrated team is raising funds, engaging alumni and serving donors in better ways. Would you like to join us? 

Newly created professional position available immediately on Ball State’s annual giving team with opportunity for professional development and skills enhancement.

Responsibilities: Responsible for the strategy and execution of mail, phone and electronic solicitations in order to increase annual fundraising support to the university. Specific initiatives include The Ball State Fund, Parents Annual Fund, an employee giving campaign and collegiate based support. The Senior Director will develop and implement an annual giving business plan each year; supervise and mentor approximately three other staff members, and serve on the annual giving leadership team.

Minimum Qualifications: bachelor’s degree; Minimum of three years in non-profit or higher education fundraising with specific experience in direct mail, telemarketing, and/or electronic solicitations. Strong creative thinking and conceptualization skills; Proven capability of working with data analytics and the ability to present analyses and information, speak about its interpretation, and make recommendations; Exceptional communication skills, attention to detail, and an ability to engage and work with diverse groups of people in an open and respectful way; Supervisory experience; Well-developed organizational and leadership skills and the ability to meet multiple deadlines; Demonstrated ability to devise and implement effective strategies to achieve measurable results.

Preferred qualifications: master’s degree; Minimum of five years in non-profit or higher education fundraising with specific experience in direct mail, telemarketing, and/or electronic fundraising. Experience with parent fundraising and/or employee giving campaigns; Experience with implementing crowdfunding campaigns; Knowledge of trends in student giving and philanthropy education; Understanding and knowledge of the dynamics of fundraising in higher education; Experience in writing copy for higher education fundraising; Knowledge of Blackbaud fundraising products; Ability to balance multiple tasks and respond calmly under pressure; Team player with the ability to work independently; Willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends, as necessary.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Apply on-line at http://bsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/2540.  Include a cover letter, resume, transcripts, and the names and contact information of three references along with application.  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled. 

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 21,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of seven academic colleges that offer 187 undergraduate programs, 99 master’s programs, and 16 doctoral programs. Ball State aspires to be the model of the most student-centered and community-engaged of the 21st century public research universities, transforming entrepreneurial learners into impactful leaders – committed to improving the quality of life for all. The university offers an excellent benefits package, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay.

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.