The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Associate Dean for Development at the School of the Arts, the Manager of Development Operations leads the operational aspects of the fundraising activity of the School of the Arts and provides administrative support to the Associate Dean. The incumbent manages research, stewardship, database management and entry, gift processing, event production, inter-departmental coordination and development office budget and finance. This individual will act as the key liaison for the department, on behalf of the Associate Dean, with the School of the Arts' Office of Finance, the University's Office of Endowment Compliance, the Office of Alumni and Development department of Gift Systems, and the University's Office of Sponsored Projects Administration. In addition, the incumbent is the main point of contact with the School of the Arts’ four Directors of Academic Administration (in Film, Theatre, Visual Arts and Writing) in matters of stewardship of restricted and unrestricted gifts and endowments.

Responsibilities

In partnership with the Associate Dean for Development, manages operational needs of the School of the Arts development function, including interfacing with the Office of Alumni and Development Office of Gift Systems, Business Services and Office of Gift Planning as well as the University's office of Facilities and central Finance. Tracks all development-related activity tasks and deadlines; calendars current and upcoming workflow.
Oversees information on policy matters, tracks various requests and action items for the Associate Dean for Development, prepares reports, and responds to information requests. Writes and prepares correspondence for key donors; initiates ongoing communication with the School of the Arts' Directors of Academic Administration regarding awards; works closely with the Office of Planning and Administration/Finance, Admissions and Financial Aid, and the Dean of Academic Administration regarding the allocation and monitoring of gifts; collaborates with School of the Arts Office of Communications and Public Affairs and the University’s Office of Alumni and Development.
Leads the written reporting process to donors of named gifts; leads donor acknowledgement process and proofs letters written on behalf of the Dean and the Associate Dean for Development.
Serves as key liaison with the University’s Office of Donor Relations and Stewardship and consultants as needed in the creation and execution of stewardship and other donor communications.
Partners with the Associate Dean for Development and the Senior Director of Finance in monitoring the unit's fundraising projections; tracks fundraising teams' progress to goals throughout the fiscal year; critically analyzes and prepares data for reporting. Reconciles the unit's expenses and coordinates budget activities with the Office of Alumni and Development Office of Finance.
Coordinates events, with responsibility for list generation, invitation coordination, event production, participant outreach and follow up, briefings, and prospect research.
In partnership with the Associate Dean, responsible for producing key presentations for faculty and advisory committee meetings.
Leads administrative responsibilities for the office. Oversees and audits the database list management for key solicitations and prospect events as needed; prepares travel and Business Reports for reimbursement requests by the Associate Dean of Development; manage the appointment calendar of the Associate Dean of Development
Periodically provides administrative support to the Dean of the School of the Arts, including travel and other logistical assistance.
Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent required.
A minimum of four (4) years of related experience required.
Previous experience in higher education or a similarly complex institutional setting required.
Excellent oral and written communications skills.
Strong organizational and follow through abilities with outstanding attention to detail.
Project management experience.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a complex setting.
A demonstrated commitment to the arts and to higher education.
Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Outstanding interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and experience handling highly confidential information.
High level of energy, enthusiasm and flexibility.
A resume and cover letter must be submitted to be considered for the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

Commitment to Diversity

Columbia University is dedicated to increasing diversity in its workforce, its student body, and its educational programs. Achieving continued academic excellence and creating a vibrant university community require nothing less. In fulfilling its mission to advance diversity at the University, Columbia seeks to hire, retain, and promote exceptionally talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.

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