Senior Director of Development and Unit Lead – College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences (CECAS)

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So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY:

Clemson University's Advancement Division is looking for a Senior Director of Development and Unit Lead to support the College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences (CECAS) and fulfill the following duties:

• Serves as the Senior Director of Development and Unit Lead for the College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences (CECAS) within the Advancement Division while reporting to the Executive Director of Development.
• Provides strategic oversight and leadership for all levels of philanthropic engagement across the College's departments and programs.
• In close partnership with College leadership and the Executive Director, develops and executes fundraising strategies that align with institutional priorities and drive meaningful support.
• Acts as a key liaison between the College and the Advancement Division, fostering collaboration and cultivating strong partnerships across campus fundraising teams.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

50% - Essential - Fundraising:
Manages a dynamic portfolio (150 maximum) of prospects/donors who have the capacity to make a philanthropic major gift. Qualifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards gifts from college/unit donors, alumni and friends through 160-180 visits annually. Raises a minimum of $2 million on an annual basis with subsequent years' goals determined in conjunction with the Executive Director. Coordinates cultivation, stewardship and donor engagement opportunities/events for assigned donors and the College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences.

25% - Essential - College Leadership and Engagement:
Establishes strong partnerships with the Dean and strategic leaders within the College. Leads efforts for the unit for the current capital campaign by collaborating with College and supporting unit/program leadership to develop philanthropic strategy that advances the key priorities for the campaign and the College's mission. Engages actively with the Dean and college/unit leaders in the cultivation and stewardship efforts of top donors and prospects. Leads efforts to grow the philanthropic pipeline and revenue for the College. Serves as the primary liaison and mission critical link between the Advancement division and the College and its supporting units/programs.

15% - Essential - Team Management & Supervision:
Directly supervises a team of development officers and internal support team members. Coaches and mentors them to achieve their fundraising and performance goals/objectives. Leads comprehensive annual planning and performance review procedures with team members. Participates in required manager/supervisor activities, trainings, etc. as required to successfully oversee the work of direct reports.

10% - Essential - Strategic Collaboration and Facilitation:
Utilizes relationships with the Dean and other key leaders to advance the philanthropic strategies and priorities of the College and exceed the annual fundraising goals. Facilitates collaboration with team members across the Advancement division who are essential to the College's fundraising efforts. Participates as a member of the University Development Team's Unit Lead collective.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Bachelor's Degree

Work Experience - 5+ Years in fundraising, development, sales, alumni engagement

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Preferred Education - Master's Degree

Preffered Work Experience - Experience in Higher-education or complex non-profit fundraising

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Comprehensive Job Knowledge - Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages Work of Others - Manages work of others including hiring, terminating, training and developing, reviewing performance and administering corrective action for staff. Plans organizational structure and job content.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitors Budget - Does not provide input but is responsible for monitoring the departmental budget and may oversee fund allocation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

10% - Walk or move about
70% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
20% - Recognize or inspect visually

WORKING CONDITIONS:

45% - Overnight Travel

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5 Hours / Week

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range ($ 95,506.00 - $ 150,000.00)

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

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APPLICATION DEADLINE:

December 31, 2025 @ 11:59 PM