Annual Gift Director - Higher Ed. jobs in Binghamton, NY

Annual Gift Director - Higher Ed. plans and implements the university/college's campaign for monetary aid in annual gifts from alumni and other community members. Assigns specific campaign programs to Annual Gift Coordinators. Being an Annual Gift Director - Higher Ed. is responsible for attracting and retaining prospective donors, monitoring mailings, and analyzing past donations. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Annual Gift Director - Higher Ed. typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Annual Gift Director - Higher Ed. manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be an Annual Gift Director - Higher Ed. typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, GIFT PLANNING
  • Ithaca College
  • Ithaca, NY FULL_TIME
  • The Executive Director of Gift Planning will build, implement and manage the Office of Gift Planning that serves Ithaca College and its funding priorities. Manage a portfolio of gift planning donor prospects, comprising alumni, parents, faculty, staff and friends who are considered at the major gift capacity level. Serve as a key external contact responsible for communicating with existing and prospective gift planning donors not already managed by other gift officers for the purposes of donor qualifications, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.

    Job Summar y:

    Build, implement and manage the Office of Gift Planning that serves Ithaca College and its funding priorities. Manage a portfolio of gift planning donor prospects, comprising alumni, parents, faculty, staff and friends who are considered at the major gift capacity level. Serve as a key external contact responsible for communicating with existing and prospective gift planning donors not already managed by other gift officers for the purposes of donor qualifications, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Serve as a key internal contact for fellow gift officers who are working with prospects to structure leadership, major or principal level gifts with a gift planning component. Contact donors, donor attorneys, trust officers, and financial and tax advisors to provide complete and accurate information about gift planning opportunities and for the settlement of probated estates and other realized planned gifts. Work in collaboration with the college's financial office to monitor the gift annuity program and oversee the college's regulatory compliance for gift annuity reporting. Provide technical and strategic support to fellow gift officers as necessary to assist with closing gifts; ensure fellow gift officers have minimum level of gift planning fluency to integrate within leadership, major, and principal gifts, and broaden the Division's ability to raise planned gifts. Provide counsel and promote effective stewardship for new and existing donors with the support of the office of donor relations. Create and execute an annual gift planning strategic marketing campaign, and follow up on inquiries from prospective donors responding to those initiatives.

    Job Responsibilities:

    • Design, manage and implement activities related to the solicitation and stewardship of planned gifts for Ithaca College.
    • Develop and manage a portfolio of gift planning donors and prospects and effectively solicit outright and planned gifts.
    • Provide effective stewardship for existing planned gift donors by assisting fellow gift officers with recommending and developing personal stewardship plans in conjunction with the Office of Donor Relations.
    • Respond to inquiries and contact donors, donor attorneys, trust officers, and financial and tax advisors to provide complete and accurate information about planned giving opportunities and serve as primary liaison with donor families and attorneys' in the settlement of probated estates and other realized planned gifts.
    • Work with the Director of Principal Gifts, and major and leadership giving officers to integrate planned gift asks to enhance planned giving, complex, or blended gift asks.
    • Develop an annual marketing strategy for gift planning vehicles and work with colleagues in the Philanthropy & Engagement Division to develop support materials for marketing of planned gifts, support materials, and stewardship events.
    • Develop, demonstrate, and promote multicultural awareness and contribute to cultivating an inclusive, diverse and respectful College community. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion as a college priority, communicate to employees an expectation of behavior that is civil and inclusive when interacting with all staff, faculty, students and visitors and promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment.
    • Work with the AVP of Philanthropy to provide education and training in gift planning techniques to other frontline fundraisers, and to external audiences.
    • Work with Donor Relations to welcome and steward planned gift donors via the Founder's Circle.
    • Develop a network of legal and financial professionals to support the college's planned giving efforts.
    • Work with donor relations to create endowment and gift agreements related to planned gifts.
    • Oversee an Administrative Assistant and ensure accurate data entry and data integrity, as well as other record keeping, reporting, and donor communications involving the gift planning program. Prepare and conduct performance reviews, and identify goals and objectives, and development opportunities.

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three years' experience working in a higher education environment in a fundraising capacity; knowledge of gift planning vehicles such as charitable trusts, gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, charitable bequests, annual support strategies and other non-traditional gifts; demonstrated experience working with diverse groups of donors/prospects and their families and advisors; ability to cultivate an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment; ability to treat all people equitably and with a sensitivity and awareness to cultural difference; demonstrated ability to hold others accountable for behavior that is supportive of a community that is diverse and inclusive; demonstrate strong organizational and analytic skills; excellent interpersonal, relationship building, written/verbal communication and listening skills and the ability to use data to make and implement strategic decisions are required.

    Application Instructions:

    Interested applicants must apply online and attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references. Questions about online applications should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-8000 or humanresources@ithaca.edu

    Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

    Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.

    Hiring Range:

    $102,500 - $107,500, commensurate with qualifications and experience. We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits, including work/life balance, generous paid time off policies, career-enhancing trainings, educational benefits, and opportunities to give back to the community. Beyond benefits, you’ll enjoy the kind of uniquely rewarding work environment that can only be found in a vibrant college community. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit https://www.ithaca.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits-wellness


    At Ithaca College, a comprehensive residential campus community of approximately 5,000 students, we strive to be at the forefront of the higher education landscape. We offer a distinct integrative learning experience that makes students ready for the personal, professional, and global challenges of our age.

    We seek candidates who embrace integrative learning and want to be a part of this exciting time in Ithaca College history. We encourage creative collaboration and innovation in our faculty and staff, providing support and resources for them to grow in their fields and lead students to their own innovative ideas and achievements.

    We welcome different ways of thinking and look for candidates with unique points of view and life experiences. We are inclusive of individuals with a wide range of cultural, personal, and professional backgrounds, talents, and skills. Our campus is a vibrant and rewarding community where diverse minds can learn, succeed, and excel.

    When reviewing candidates, we are looking for indicators of a number of core competencies. Prospective candidates must be adaptable, collaborative, inclusive, respectful, responsive, results driven, and sustainable. They must communicate effectively, demonstrate leadership, exhibit professional integrity and ethics, take initiative, value personal and professional development, and show that they will engage in the college.

    Nestled in the heart of New York State’s scenic Finger Lakes region, Ithaca College sits atop South Hill overlooking picturesque Cayuga Lake and is just minutes away from the city center. Combining small town warmth and charm with the vibrancy of a college community, the thriving and culturally diverse city of Ithaca has been rated by Kiplinger’s as one of the top 10 places to live in the United States.

    To learn more about Ithaca College, visit us at http://ithaca.edu
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, GIFT PLANNING
  • Staff and Faculty
  • Ithaca, NY FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary: Build, implement and manage the Office of Gift Planning that serves Ithaca College and its funding priorities. Manage a portfolio of gift planning donor prospects, comprising alumni, pare...
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Annual Fund Manager
  • Family & Children's Service of Ithaca
  • Ithaca, NY FULL_TIME
  • Vacancy Announcement Title: Annual Fund Manager Status: Non-Exempt (37.5 hours per week) Reports To: Director of Development Starting Pay Range: $48,000-$52,000/Yr General Summary: The Annual Fund Man...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Major Gift Associate, College of Business
  • Cornell University
  • Ithaca, NY FULL_TIME
  • Major Gift Associate, College of Business APPLY Cornell University, a nationally ranked Ivy League institution, is looking for Major Gift Associate to join the College of Business team in Alumni Affai...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Major Gift Associate, College of Engineering
  • Cornell University
  • Ithaca, NY FULL_TIME
  • Major Gift Associate, College of Engineering APPLY Cornell University is looking for a Major Gifts Associate to join the College of Engineering – the largest engineering program among the Ivies. Our E...
  • 23 Days Ago

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TEACHING ASSISTANTS; SPECIAL ED / ALTERNATIVE ED
  • Greater Southern Tier BOCES
  • Elmira, NY FULL_TIME
  • (2) Full-time, hours per day are dependent upon work location, 10 month, school calendar positions LOCATIONS: BUSH EDUCATION CENTER: 15:1 ID Classroom Teaching Assistant Special Class at Bush Campus C...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Director, Human Resources
  • i3 Assembly
  • Binghamton, NY
  • Job Description Job Description Job Summary: The Human Resource Director will plan, lead, direct, develop, and coordinat...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Provost & Director of Workforce Development
  • Binghamton University
  • Binghamton, NY
  • Assistant Provost and Director of Workforce Development Office of the Provost & Executive Vice President for Academic Af...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Non-Profit Executive Director
  • Rural Health Network of SCNY, INC
  • Binghamton, NY
  • Job Description Job Description Classification and Position Type: Exempt, Salaried, Full-Time Salary: $90,000 - $105,000...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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eCornell Director of Federal Government and Military Programs (Remote)
  • Cornell University
  • Ithaca, NY
  • Rewards and Benefits This position is based in Ithaca, New York, however, the successful applicant may perform this role...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Emergency Service Line Nurse Director
  • Clinical Management Consultants
  • Cortland, NY
  • A highly reputable hospital is looking for an Emergency Service Line Nurse Director to join their team. They are seeking...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Campus Director
  • Phoenix Investors
  • Endicott, NY
  • Phoenix Construction is a leader in the renovation and redevelopment of commercial and industrial properties throughout ...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of TRIO Upward Bound
  • TRIO-SSS
  • Binghamton, NY
  • Thank you for considering The Research Foundation for SUNY at Binghamton in your search. Category: Professional Subscrib...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Operations Director/General Manager - Retail Grocery Store
  • MRB Hospitality Services, LLC
  • Binghamton, NY
  • Job Description Job Description Join our vibrant and community-oriented grocery store dedicated to providing top-notch p...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Binghamton /ˈbɪŋəmtən/ is a city in, and the county seat of, Broome County, New York, United States. It lies in the state's Southern Tier region near the Pennsylvania border, in a bowl-shaped valley at the confluence of the Susquehanna and Chenango Rivers. Binghamton is the principal city and cultural center of the Binghamton metropolitan area (also known as Greater Binghamton, or historically the Triple Cities), home to a quarter million people. The population of the city itself, according to the 2010 census, is 47,376. From the days of the railroad, Binghamton was a transportation crossroads...
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