Director of Advancement Services
Primary Function:
The Director of Advancement Services serves as a member of the advancement team in support of the constituent engagement and fund-raising goals of the College. The incumbent manages the constituent and fundraising database; develops and produces regular and special donor, gift, and other reports; and develops procedures to enhance the overall constituent engagement and fund-raising process, including analyzing existing data to improve the constituent engagement and fund-raising program.
Administrative Responsibilities:
- Responsible for all aspects of the development and bio-database.
- Create and produce standard gift reports for the advancement office.
- Ensure that all biographical changes are completed.
- Develop and produce special gift reports and lists for internal staff and requests from other campus departments and external individuals and organizations.
- Oversee a program to analyze existing data to identify trends and patterns which might improve the constituent engagement and fund-raising programs.
- Serve as the manager of the Jenzabar development software system and Raiser's Edge/NXT to maintain data integrity and fully utilize the database capabilities to maximize the effectiveness of communications, constituent engagement, and fund raising.
- Engage in continuous professional development and training in order to remain aware of all database and platform updates.
- Provide database and platform training to members of the Advancement team.
- Ensures accuracy in gift accounting and follows CASE guidelines.
- Oversee management of NetCommunity and website administration.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Evaluate and effectively communicate with direct report on individual performance, including but not limited to performance assessments, goal and objective results and achievements, and personal and professional development.
- Provide leadership through coaching and one-on-one meetings with staff encouraging professional development and growth.
- Train staff in the department to generate standard reports used in their areas.
- Advocate for staff training opportunities.
Financial Responsibilities:
- Manage budget and contract negotiations for software systems.
- Supervise the processing and acknowledgment of all gifts received by the College.
Other Responsibilities:
- Provide broad support for and participate in activities sponsored by the Office of College Advancement and the College in general.
- Promote a positive image of Hanover College and represent the College in accordance with the College's mission, principles, and strategic plan.
- Support and is an advocate for the College's diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, goals, and mission.
- Perform / complete other projects and tasks assigned by (supervisor).
Qualifications:
I. Education, Certifications, Training, Experience
* Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in education administration, with relational databases, or with sophisticated report writing software
* Supervision experience preferred
* Demonstrated ability to manage projects and programs required
* Experience with Jenzabar and Raiser's Edge/NXT software preferred
* Advancement, education, library administration, or related experience a plus
II. Skills, Competencies, Abilities
* Strong leadership, management, and communications skills
* Good judgment and decision-making skills
* Ability to organize input and retrieve data from a complex database
* Strong collaboration skills plus the ability to work independently
* Ability to prioritize, coordinate, and manage multiple projects
* Strong organization and time management skills
* Strong computer knowledge and skills, including Microsoft Office products and relational databases
* Able to meet various reporting deadlines through the year
Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
- May require some evening and weekend work as well as occasional overnight and/or out-of-town travel for professional conferences and educational opportunities
- May be eligible for occasional remote work
- Manual dexterity to operate a computer and general office equipment
- Occasional lifting up to 20-25 lbs. (supplies)
- Occasional climbing of stairs
Hanover College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse college environment. We seek candidates of all backgrounds regardless of age, race, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. No person, on the basis of protected status, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under any College program or activity, including with respect to employment terms and conditions. We embrace diversity and encourage all who are interested to apply.
Education, Certifications, Training, Experience
* Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in education administration, with relational databases, or with sophisticated report writing software
* Supervision experience preferred
* Demonstrated ability to manage projects and programs required
* Experience with Jenzabar and Raiser's Edge/NXT software preferred
* Advancement, education, library administration, or related experience a pl
Skills, Competencies, Abilities
* Strong leadership, management, and communications skills
* Good judgment and decision-making skills
* Ability to organize input and retrieve data from a complex database
* Strong collaboration skills plus the ability to work independently
* Ability to prioritize, coordinate, and manage multiple projects
* Strong organization and time management skills
* Strong computer knowledge and skills, including Microsoft Office products and relational databases
* Able to meet various reporting deadlines through the year
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