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USM is the comprehensive regional and urban institution in the University of Maine System which is comprised of eight academic units on three campuses. The Portland campus is located in Maine’s largest city (population 65,000), within a thriving economic and cultural region of the state, on beautiful Casco Bay. Gorham is 10 miles from downtown Portland in the midst of scenic New England countryside. Lewiston-Auburn is located midway between the coast and the mountains, 30 minutes north of Portland.

Portland was listed as "America's Most Livable City" by Forbes (2009), and one of Frommer's Top Travel Destinations (2007) and is listed 4th among the 10 Perfect Places to Live in America, by Fine Living Cable Network. Located a two-hour car drive north of Boston, Portland offers a low crime rate, lack of congestion, excellent cultural and outdoor activities, and a beautiful setting, just minutes from both beautiful sandy beaches and the famous rocky coast of Maine.

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Director of Development #9534
University Advancement
100% Full time
Non-represented professional position

The University of Southern Maine seeks a creative, resourceful and empathic individual to help grow USM’s development efforts.  The Development Director must be a strategic thinker, an experienced manager, a results-oriented team player who desires to lead a small number of development officers to support the strategic initiatives and mission of a dynamic, public university dedicated to creating Maine's future.

The Director of Development will report to the Vice President for University Advancement/President of the USM Foundation (USMF), and work closely with Deans and other University leaders, a team of Advancement professionals, University faculty, staff, alumni, and students, as well as committed volunteers who support USM.  He/she will be responsible for developing innovative strategies for annual and capital fund raising and executing these plans employing best practices, strategic marketing, and entrepreneurial effort.  The Director will help support and direct all aspects of donor relations, including cultivation, solicitation and stewardship, incorporating planned giving opportunities wherever appropriate, all with the goal of maximizing philanthropic support for USM.
           
He/She will manage a portfolio of friends, current donors and potential donors with a focus on major and leadership gift levels through direct solicitation independently or in conjunction with high-level administrators, USMF board members and other volunteers.  The Director will represent the University at various internal and external events and manage a small team of staff also focused on the mission of creating Maine's future.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Required:  Education/Experience:  Bachelor’s degree, combined with eight or more years of progressively responsible fundraising in higher education (or other closely related field) and management experience. Licenses:  Must have a valid driver’s license

Send cover letter, resume and contact information for three references to:  bbean@usm.maine.edu

 

 

 


Review of materials will begin October 23, 2009.

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