APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY LIBRARY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

 

The Director of Development serves as a member of the Development Office staff within the Division of University Advancement.  The position reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Development and works closely with the University Librarian.  The Development Director is a major gifts officer and is responsible for overall leadership, and management of the Library's development efforts.  Specific responsibilities include major donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship, donor prospect identification and planned giving liaison, working with volunteers and advisory boards, establishing relationships with foundations and grant writing.  The Development Director is also responsible for public relations and external communication, especially related to donor events, including a donor oriented newsletter.  Priorities for funding initiatives are set in consultation with the University Librarian and approved by the Development office.

 

Requirements: Bachelor's degree required, graduate degree preferred; at least two years' fundraising experience (preferably in higher education) or related experience, outstanding writing ability (develop successful funding proposals), excellent oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, strong organization and computer skills, and a willingness to work closely with the University Librarian and Library personnel, as well as various constituencies including faculty, staff, students, and donors.  Availability to work weekends and evenings as well as travel is required.  Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Review of applications will begin on June 4, 2007 and continue until the position is filled.  Submit a complete application that includes a cover letter, current resume, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references to:  Dolly Farrell, Chair, ASU Box 32038, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC  28608 or e-mail, [log in to unmask].  Appalachian is an equal opportunity employer.

 

 

Kathy L. Ray

Administrative Assistant to

Vice Chancellor of University Advancement

Appalachian State University

ASU Box 32007

Boone, NC  28608-2007

828 262-2340

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