Asst Dean Dev & Alum Rel COE

Temple University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Medical insurance (full)

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition remission

Job summary

Temple University’s Institutional Advancement Department seeks an Assistant Dean of Development and Alumni Relations for the College of Education and Human Development. The role focuses on managing fundraising within the college, cultivating donor relationships for six- and seven-figure gifts, and leading the Board of Visitors with strategic engagement.

This is a hybrid on-campus/remote position supporting a $1.5B campaign.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least seven years of related fundraising experience.
• Higher education fundraising and capital campaigns experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with diverse constituents.
• Willingness to travel locally, regionally, and nationally.

Responsibilities

• Manage fundraising within the College of Education and Human Development.
• Cultivate and manage donor relationships, including major gifts.
• Oversee the College’s Board of Visitors (BOV) and coordinate meetings.
• Collaborate with Institutional Advancement central operations to align priorities and funding.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Donor relationship building

Strategic fundraising

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Temple University's Institutional Advancement Department is searching for an Assistant Dean of Development and Alumni Relations, College of Education and Human Development! Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following: A hybrid work schedule Full medical, dental, vision coverage Paid time off 12 Paid Holidays Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000 A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant’s education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.

Position Summary

At Temple University Institutional Advancement, we believe philanthropy is a powerful force for expanding opportunity, advancing discovery, and transforming lives. We are committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, recognizing that a broad range of perspectives strengthens our ability to engage alumni, donors, and community partners in meaningful ways. As Temple embarks on a historic $1.5 billion comprehensive campaign in support of the university's Forward with Purpose strategic plan, we seek talented professionals who are passionate about higher education, relationship-building, and advancing a culture of philanthropy. We welcome candidates who will contribute to an inclusive, collaborative, and mission-driven environment where all employees are empowered to thrive and make a lasting impact on the future of Temple University.

The Assistant Dean for Development and Alumni Relations for the College of Education and Human Development, reporting to the Associate Vice President of Development and the Dean of the College of Education and Human Development, will manage fundraising within the College. This person must be adept at cultivating and managing relationships with new and prospective donors. Familiarity with the major gift solicitation cycle of identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding those with capacity for gifts of $50,000 and higher. The individual will work closely with Institutional Advancement central operations in aligning unit-based priorities with those of institutional leadership. The Assistant Dean will manage the College’s Board of Visitors (BOV), including recruiting new BOV members, directing the focus of the BOV and executing regularly scheduled meetings of the BOV. The Assistant Dean will serve on the Dean’s administrative leadership team and will create and implement strategies designed to support the funding of the College’s priorities. The individual will interact with senior staff and faculty in the school as well as other colleagues throughout Temple University. In addition, the Assistant Dean will manage the College’s development and alumni relations staff which currently includes a development associate and a major gift officer. This person must be a highly energetic, organized, and enthusiastic professional with a track record of building donor relationships, working collaboratively and strategically, with a strong knowledge of principles, ethics and practices of successful fundraising in a large, decentralized organization.

Travel Disclosure

Willingness and ability to travel locally, regionally, and nationally to cultivate, solicit and steward donors, engage alumni and stakeholders, attend fundraising events, and advance the college and university's fundraising and strategic priorities including nights and weekends.

Job Details

• This position requires the following background checks: Cash Handling and Personally Identifiable Information background check.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and at least seven years of related experience required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Higher/education fundraising experience with a proven track record of closing six and seven figure gifts preferred.
• Experience fundraising for a capital campaign.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Experience working in a fast-paced work environment as well as motivating and managing individuals for maximum performance.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required with the ability to interact with a diverse group of constituents both inside and outside the university.
• Knowledge of planned giving techniques and the programs available to implement such gifts.
• Entrepreneurial skills in identifying donors, cultivating meaningful relationships, and facilitating gifts.
• Demonstrated creativity and strategic thinking with the ability to take initiative and the willingness to learn.
• Ability to make policy decisions when necessary, multi-task, set priorities, adapt to changes and meet deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to travel locally, regionally, and throughout the assigned territory to cultivate and steward donor relationships, attend fundraising events, and represent the organization, including nights and weekends.

This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.

Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact. Temple University's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety. Go here to review: https://safety.temple.edu/reports-logs/annual-security-report You may request a copy of the report by calling Temple University’s Department of Public Safety at 215-204-7900.