Director, Development

Description

Director

GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY

COLLEGE OF LAW

LAW DEVELOPMENT AND ALUMNI AFFAIRS

Part of one of the Southeast’s largest comprehensive research universities, Georgia State College of Law is a dynamic urban-centered law school located in the heart of Atlanta with approximately 650 full- and part-time students. The College of Law opened in 1982 based on its founders’ belief that a first-rate law school not only can, but also must be tailored to meet the needs of the students who enter its doors. Although Georgia State Law has grown substantially in scope and reputation during the last 42 years, this flexible, entrepreneurial, and student-centric spirit continues to resonate throughout our institution. The College of Law brings together a dynamic group of faculty and staff who promote scholarship and service that enriches the legal profession and communities we serve. 

These are very exciting times for Georgia State Law. We are growing and we are excited that you are interested in becoming a part of our team. Our organization includes individuals who are empowered to use their talent to achieve our mission which includes accessible education, impactful research, and service to our communities.

Georgia State College of Law currently seeks candidates for the position of Director of Law Development and Alumni Affairs. The Director will report to the Assistant Vice President for Development and will work closely with the Dean and selected administrators to manage fundraising efforts and provide leadership across various aspects of development.

General Job Functions/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Responsible for the following Law Annual Campaign programs:

• Law Firm Campaign-Identify and recruit firm agents and law firms/corporations; manage the firm agents; coordinate the dean's meetings with participating firms; steward the firm agents
• Class Gift Campaign-Identify and recruit a committee; manage the committee; coordinate the solicitation of the 3L class; steward the 3L participants and committee

Development and coordination of the direct mail solicitations (email and physical)

• Oversight of the governing board of the law alumni association-the Law Alumni Council; work closely with the Executive Committee to recruit class representatives; provide monthly communications with each class representative
• Organize and promote alumni activities including:
• Engaging volunteers in leadership roles, creating volunteer programs, and reconnecting alumni to programs of interest
• Class reunions-recruit reunion committee, design and update reunion webpage, and direct mail
• Creation of regional alumni chapters
• Homecoming-work closely with the Georgia State University Alumni Association
• Quarterly alumni and regional alumni receptions
• Dean's Donor Club ($1,000 or more) reception and many other law school related events

In cooperation with the Assistant Vice President of Development:

• Identify high-end annual fund and major gift prospects
• Maintains a portfolio of prospects
• Makes at least 100 face to face visits
• Develop short- and long-term strategic initiatives for identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of prospects

A review of applications for this position will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Georgia State University Values

• COMMUNITY:  Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university.
• INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY:  Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, equity, and civility.
• TRANSFORMATION:  Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place.
• INTEGRITY : Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources.
• EXCELLENCE:  Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research and service.
• STRATEGIC INNOVATION:  Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents.

USG Core Values Statement  

• The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at 

 

• Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at  .

  Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests. Further, Georgia State prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.  Background Check Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record. Qualifications

Minimum Hiring Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and two years of experience in face-to-face solicitation of gifts of $25,000 or more; or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications: 

• Higher education fundraising experience.

• Demonstrated success at raising funds by developing and implementing cultivation and solicitation plans

• Strong negotiation and closing skills

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills

• Demonstrated commitment to supporting a diverse working and learning environment

College/Business Unit
07/01/24, 3:59:00 AM College/Business Unit: College of Law
Location: Atlanta Campus
Job Posting: 05/30/24, 10:52:48 PM