Job No. 156192
- Job Title:
- Director of Development
- Employer:
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George Mason University
- Location:
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Fairfax , VA
- Posting Date:
- 18-Aug-2025
- Description:
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About the Position:
The Director of Development is responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive development program for the University Libraries. The program incorporates both capital and annual fundraising, with an emphasis on major individual and planned gifts. This position engages in corporate and foundation fundraising and directs grant submissions/solicitations. As a constituent development officer in the university, the Director of Development coordinates all library development activities and major library donor events with the Dean of Libraries and University Librarian, the Office of University Advancement, and, as required, with the George Mason University Foundation, Inc. The Director participates in committees and/or workgroups as required to share knowledge, develop best practices, and advance the work of the Libraries.
Responsibilities:
Fundraising Strategy and Solicitations
Works closely with the Dean of Libraries and University Librarian as an advisor on all aspects of fundraising for the George Mason University Libraries, including maintaining a personal portfolio and supporting the University's Comprehensive Fundraising Program;
Plans, organizes, and directs programs to secure major monetary gifts to the Libraries by pursuing the identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, recognition, and stewardship of private financial support from individuals, corporations, and foundations.;
Serves as the point person for Libraries fundraising and, as such, actively manages prospects capable of making major gift commitments over multiple years;
Executes solicitation plans in close collaboration with the Dean of Libraries and the University Librarian and in coordination with Central Advancement;
Develops detailed strategies and a pipeline for major gift prospects and pursues goals on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, in concert with Central Advancement and Alumni Relations;
Maintains an active schedule of face-to-face meetings and other forms of communication with active prospects;
Coordinates the efforts of those who can assist in fundraising and works with offices across campus to coordinate related activities that further the University’s mission and achieve fundraising goals;
Finds new and creative ways to engage donors that will enrich the donor experience and add value to the academic life of the University;
Meets or exceeds all metrics and expectations set by Central Advancement;
Travels as necessary for donor outreach and cultivation; and
Displays good judgment and confidentiality.
Donor Stewardship
Assists with the recruitment of a group of key fundraising volunteers through the Library Advisory Board;
Stewards donors through ongoing communications, endowment reporting, recognition activities, and invitations to major events.;
Supports the Libraries' development publications and communications materials for donors and other external audiences; and
Responsible for planning and coordinating major library events related to fundraising.
Coordination with Central Advancement
Coordinates fundraising with Central Advancement and utilizes services as appropriate;
Ensures consistent and adequate communication between the Libraries and Central Advancement; and
Works closely with Central Advancement services, including, but not limited to, Planned Giving, Annual Giving, Parents and Family Philanthropy, University Priorities, Alumni Relations, Communications, Systems, Operations, Donor Relations, and Gifts and Records.
Grants
Supports the Library's efforts to secure grants from government agencies and other organizations in collaboration with library staff and in coordination with University Advancement and Office of Sponsored Programs; and
Maintains awareness of academic research library grant opportunities as they become available.
- Contact information:
- George Mason University
- Fairfax, VA 22030
- United States
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