DEPARTMENT: Institutional Advancement

POSITION STATUS: FT (12 months)

POSITION REPORTS TO: Vice President for Institutional Advancement

LOCATION: Fort Wayne

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Director of Development, the Director of Grants is responsible for planning and implementing a university wide program of cultivation and solicitation for grant making organizations, to include foundations, governments, organizations, corporations, and others.

Major Responsibilities/Activities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• In collaboration with the Vice President for Institutional Advancement (VPIA) implement the Strategic Development Plan of the University of Saint Francis by assisting in the planning and implementation of annual goals and the work program of Institutional Advancement.
• Compile information on foundations, federal, state, and local agencies, and other potential funding entities for the institution; maintain accurate and current active files on all prospects.
• Seek sources of funds whose stated interests, guidelines, and patterns of support show that they are viable prospects for the institution generally or for specific projects.
• Establish a system of regular personal interactions with the professional staff of foundations, representatives of family foundations; set goals for face-to-face visits.
• Organize regular visits to the institution by foundation leaders who may be potential funders.
• Write, edit, and submit proposals appropriate both to the interests and priorities of the institution and those of the funding sources; work with others within the institution to refine, improve and finalize the proposals.
• Provide funding sources with all information and reports required in the support of a proposal or grant, including arranging site and follow-up reports after a grant has been received; complete this in a timely manner.
• Maintain log of all proposals submitted, and future proposals to be submitted; plan and manage follow-up actions as needed and monitor required procedures to be completed.
• Maintain a master calendar of dates established and announced by foundations and granting agencies, including proposal deadline dates, board meeting dates, etc.
• Keep abreast of trends in the field of development and grantmaking.
• As a member of the institutional advancement team, assist with major gift calls, as needed.
• The Director of Grants works closely with all members of the institutional advancement staff and the employees of the institution involved with special programs funded by outside sources.
• Communicate both verbally and in writing with various university constituents including administrators, employees (staff and faculty), students, and community members.
• Attends in-services as directed to update knowledge and skills.
• Adheres to University of Saint Francis and departmental Quality Service Standards and Expectations.
• Participates in various community and professional organizations as a representative of the university.
• Performs other duties as required.

USF WAY:

University of Saint Francis (USF) employees demonstrate a commitment to the University’s mission and support of its Catholic and Franciscan traditions. Employees provide the intellect, empathy and ability to serve our students and community. The USF Way of serving is a source of pride for many employees. To provide a consistently high level of quality experience across our university, we provide the following service expectations for all employees. These standards have been tailored by position and responsibilities and are incorporated into performance evaluations.

Standard #1: Provide opportunities for deeper conversations, prayer and reflection.

Standard #2: Utilize best practices in communication and service.

• Apply care to your words and deeds to ensure respect for others.
• Commit to follow through without exception and with quality.
• Offer additional assistance after serving as in, “How else may I assist you?”
• Respond promptly, whether in person, via phone, or email.

Standard #3: Recognize and celebrate milestones and achievements.

Standard #4: Use resources wisely and support green initiatives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.

Experience

• Grant writing experience in a higher-education setting preferred
• Previous work experience in Development/Advancement preferred

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Ability to demonstrate honesty and integrity and loyalty to the university and be supportive of its mission and religious affiliation.
• Ability to demonstrate optimism, persistency and diplomacy.
• Must be highly motivated and a self-starter.
• Possesses interest and ability to build relationships with and related to a wide spectrum of groups and individuals.
• Must be highly organized and familiar with short and long-term planning processes.
• Requires excellent oral and written communications.
• Must be able to implement university plans.
• Demonstrates skills in the use of computer programs particularly word processing, database management, communications and spreadsheet programs.
• Must be, and remain, insurable for driving by the university’s automobile insurance company without additional premiums.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person