Associate Director of Development

Requisition Number: 20122291
Type of Employment: Full-Time Regular
Number of Months:
Months Employed: June - May
Number of Hours per Day/Week: 40
Daily Hours: 8 am - 5 pm

Summary Position
The Associate Director of Development (ADoD) will report to the Director of Development and the Elon Society in University Advancement and will be responsible for maintaining personal contact with a portfolio of university constituents at the major gift level ($50,000 and higher). The ADoD's portfolio will be comprised of Elon alumni, families, and friends, helping to increase engagement and philanthropy. They will work within the team of gift officers housed in University Advancement to focus on supporting the priorities of the Elon LEADs campaign, as well as the initiatives of the Boldly Elon strategic plan.

Benefits of Working at Elon University

As an Elon University employee, you'll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon's personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.

Elon University's home is the charming town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, and among the vibrant cities of Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. In addition to the beautiful canopy of historic oak trees iconic to our campus, you'll find boundless opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities. Hiking, water sports, fine dining and entertainment are just a few of the many happenings in the Elon area, making the region one of the nation's premier travel destinations.

Employees at Elon enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.

Immediate tuition remission for employees.

Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.

Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance, along with free acute care and lab services at our onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.

Free use of campus fitness facilities.

Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics.

Eligibility for tuition remission at Elon for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents begins at three years of service. After four years of employment, eligibility begins for participation in the Tuition Exchange, a national scholarship exchange program that enables dependents to enroll in nationally recognized partner colleges and universities.

Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon's principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one's identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.

Education Requirements
Bachelors degree required. Advanced degree preferred

Degree/Major:
Length of Experience: 4 years of professional experience in fundraising, sales, or a comparable university or not-for-profit development function. Higher education advancement experience is preferred.
Supervisory Experience: No

Supervisory Experience Detail


Special Skills or Experience
Public speaking, networking, soliciting philanthropic gifts

Special Instructions to Applicants


Posting Date: 06/24/2022
Closing Date: 7/15/2022
Open Until Filled: Yes

General Purpose of Position
The Associate Director of Development (ADoD) will report to the Director of Development and the Elon Society in University Advancement and will be responsible for maintaining personal contact with a portfolio of university constituents at the major gift level ($50,000 and higher). The ADoDs portfolio will be comprised of Elon alumni, families, and friends, helping to increase engagement and philanthropy. They will work within the team of gift officers housed in University Advancement to focus on supporting the priorities of the Elon LEADs campaign, as well as the initiatives of the Boldly Elon strategic plan.
The ADoD will centralize their activity within their portfolio, helping to develop resources for Elons highest philanthropic priorities. They will engage members of the Elon community through all mediums. However, regular face to face visits will require frequent travel, as well as night and weekend work. This position will work across University Advancement and the university to build strong relationships internally, assisting as needed on university events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Identify, establish, and maintain personal contact with current and prospective donors to Elon University, both locally in other specific geographic areas. Frequent travel and/or evening and weekend duties are required. The ADoD will be required to travel for in person prospect visits, as well as university events Advance relationships with prospective donors through appropriate stages of qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship to ensure fundraising goals of the university are met. Collaborate with appropriate staff within University Advancement and across the university. Use existing practices and metrics to track activity within their portfolio Utilize university databases, including The Raisers Edge NXT, to document all appropriate activity and track activity against metrics Assist with University Advancement events and activities as needed.

Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience
Bachelors degree required. Advanced degree preferred

4 years of professional experience in fundraising, sales, or a comparable university or not-for-profit development function. Higher education advancement experience preferred.

Does this position require driving for the university? Yes

Additional Information


To apply, visit https://elon.peopleadmin.com/postings/8983

Elon University is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff and student body and welcomes all applicants.

Elon University has built a national reputation as a premier student-centered arts and sciences university that values strong relationships between students and their faculty and staff mentors. Elon is ranked among the top-100 National Universities by U.S. News & World Report, with a No. 1 ranking for excellence in undergraduate teaching and No. 9 for innovation. Global engagement is central to Elons experience and the Institute of International Education has ranked the institution No. 1 in the nation for study abroad for 16 straight years.In addition, Elon is the only university in the nation ranked in the top-20 by U.S. News for excellence in all eight academic programs 'Focused on Student Success.' Elons more than 7,000 students prepare to become the resilient, ambitious and ethical leaders the world needs, putting their knowledge into action on campus, in the community and around the globe.







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About Elon University

Elon University has built a national reputation as a premier student-centered arts and sciences university that values strong relationships between students and their faculty and staff mentors. Elon is ranked among the top-100 National Universities by U.S. News & World Report, with a No. 1 ranking for excellence in undergraduate teaching and No. 9 for innovation. Global engagement is central to Elon’s experience and the Institute of International Education has ranked the institution No. 1 in the nation for study abroad for 16 straight years.In addition, Elon is the only university in the nation ranked in the top-20 by U.S. News for excellence in all eight academic programs “Focused on Student Success.” Elon’s more than 7,000 students prepare to become the resilient, ambitious and ethical leaders the world needs, putting their knowledge into action on campus, in the community and around the globe.

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