We are seeking a Senior Director of Development for our School of Medicine (SOM). In this role, you will build a pipeline of philanthropic support through interaction with alumni, friends, and benefactors of Creighton University. Responsibilities include major gift cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of established donor portfolio, as well as new donors to Creighton University. This will be accomplished through phone calls, emails, letters, and personal visits. The Senior Director will carry his/her own portfolio of alumni/donors specifically for the SOM. This position will solicit annual gifts, major gifts, estate gifts and campaign-specific gifts for the SOM and other university priorities.

At all times employees are expected to uphold Creighton’s core values and demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment, while adhering to all University Ethical Standards of Conduct, rules, regulations, and job requirements, including required educational trainings.
Cultivate, solicit and steward a portfolio of prospects to support the projects and priorities of the SOM
Be present and involved with the SOM and serve as the primary University Relations development partner to the deans
Work with Prospect Management to identify SOM prospects to qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum 7-10 years experience of demonstrated successful fundraising preferred. Comparable experience will be considered.
Experience in a college or university environment and a national campaign environment helpful. Knowledge of and commitment to the field of education a plus.
Experience soliciting and closing six-figure gifts a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must be comfortable discovering and pursuing new prospects and leads.
Strategic thinker with superb organizational, verbal and writing skills.
Outgoing and positive interpersonal skills with proven ability to work collaboratively or independently in managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Initiative, tenacity, strong results orientation, entrepreneurial mindset, and proven track record in setting and achieving ambitious goals.
Must exhibit professionalism, integrity, and excellent judgment.
Ability to operate both autonomously and collegially in a directed team effort.
Appreciation and understanding of Creighton University's mission and the ability to effectively communicate it.