Director of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving

Full-time, Exempt, Regular Position

The University of Maine School of Law is seeking applications for a Director of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving. This position is responsible for the development, marketing, and management of targeted campaigns for the Annual Fund. Provide leadership to the Law School in implementing new campaigns and fund strategies. Assist with the design, implementation, and ongoing management of specialized campaigns that include, but are not limited to, Days of Giving, student campaigns, and Maine Law specific funds.

Based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant, the annual salary range is $80,000 plus a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan. Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents. The UMS is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers a wellness program.

Review of applications begins immediately. The position will remain open until a qualified candidate is hired.

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Established in 1968, the University of Maine System (UMS) unites six distinctive public universities, comprising 10 campuses and numerous centers, in the common purpose of providing quality higher education while delivering on its traditional tripartite mission of teaching, research, and public service. A comprehensive public institution of higher education, UMS serves more than 30,000 students annually and is supported by the efforts of more than 2,000 faculty, more than 3,000 staff, and a complement of adjunct faculty. Reaching more than 500,000 people annually through educational and cultural offerings, the University of Maine System also benefits from more than two-thirds of its alumni population residing within the state; more than 123,000 individuals. The System consists of six universities: The University of Maine (UMaine), including its regional campus the University of Maine at Machias (UMM); the University of Maine at Augusta (UMA); the University of Maine at Farmington (UMF); the University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK), the University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI); and the University of Southern Maine (USM). The System also includes the University of Maine School of Law and the University of Maine Graduate and Professional Center.  

University of Maine School of Law:

The University of Maine School of Law is the state’s public and only law school, a vital resource serving our local, regional, national, and global community. Maine Law is an institutional public servant committed to providing an accessible and affordable student-focused program of legal education and achieving the highest standards of ethical behavior. Our rigorous doctrinal and experiential curriculum, influential scholarship, and signature programming prepare students to practice law, promote respect for the rule of law, and advance justice for all members of society.

For information about the University of Maine System's COVID-19 response and guidelines for employees, please visit: https://www.maine.edu/together/.

Education:

Bachelor's degree required. Emphasis in business management, marketing, and communications preferred.

Experience:

Three to five years of fundraising success including: an increasing donor portfolio, advancement in gifts given and increased, planning and developing fundraising programs, and an overall successful record with annual giving, non-profits, and/or higher education.

Demonstrated Competencies:

• Knowledge of various marketing mediums including, social media, phone, direct mail, and online fundraising procedures.
• Ability to interact with people of all constituent groups, including volunteers, on a one-on-one basis.
• Ability to “sell” donor programs and to motivate prospects to become donors and donors to increase gifts and/or add funding opportunities.
• Excellent phone etiquette and oral and written communication skills.
• Good stamina, occasional evening and weekend hours, and occasional travel.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Self-starter, energetic, creative, detail oriented, organized and able to work independently.
• Customer service skills.
• Social media and emerging trends.
• Work collaboratively both within the department and across departments with multiple individuals.
• Excellent writing and composition skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products – specifically, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Other software requirements, social media/networking, web research, Abila and Anthology preferred. Ability to prepare and present motivational, informational and successful presentations to various organizations and individuals.
• Ability to operate computer, printer, copier, calculator, telephone and smartphone.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit for long periods.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods at events.
• Stooping, kneeling, bending grasping, reaching, carrying, pushing and/or pulling
• Moderate physical effort.
• Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Other:

• Must be able to travel out of area.
• Reliable transportation.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Ability to pass required background checks.

Materials must be submitted via "Apply For Position" below. You will need to create an applicant profile and complete an application which includes contact information for three references and upload:

1) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position 
2) a resume/curriculum vitae
 

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

The University of Maine System is an EEO/AA employer, and does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender expression, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information or veteran’s status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The following office has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Office of Equal Opportunity, University of Maine, Room 101 Boudreau Hall, Orono, ME  04469, 207-581-1226. TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).