William & Mary Libraries · 2 months ago
Director of Foundation Operations
William & Mary
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$85K/yr - $100K/yr
3+ years expWilliam & Mary Libraries is dedicated to advancing the university's highest aspirations through the William & Mary Foundation. The Director of Foundation Operations is responsible for Foundation Board management, overseeing communications, and providing logistical support to various subsidiaries, while fostering a collaborative environment.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Partner with the Executive Director of WMF to set programmatic direction and execution of 3 annual WMF meetings
Personally visit new and retiring trustees to conduct onboarding training and interviews in partnership with the Executive Director
Along with the Executive Director, serve as key point of communication to the Trustees
Plan, execute, and manage communications related to Board activities internally and externally
Develop and execute effective trustee engagement strategies
Serve as staff liaison for one or more committees. Serve as the Project Manager for the committees to ensure that the responsibilities and tasks of the committee are accomplished to include plans for the on-boarding and education of new trustees. Manage and execute the mentor program for new trustees
Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of potential nominees that fit both the goals and requirements of the WMF, W&M Real Estate Foundation, W&M Athletics Foundation, and Murray 1693 Scholars Foundation
Develop and execute effective trustee engagement strategies for each trustee, designed to leverage activity in the most strategic manner. Regularly identify new and existing engagement opportunities to advance volunteer leaders through consecutively meaningful and important roles
Ensure adherence to Foundation bylaws and policies and other governance documents
Manage and oversee legal compliance tasks such as Conflict of Interest reporting, SCC filings etc
Develop, implement, and analyze trustee assessments, and make recommendations based on results
Plan and execute weekly communication strategy for trustees regarding News of Interest and semi-annual newsletters to Emeritus Trustees
Work closely and collaboratively with the President’s Office, CEO’s Office, CFO’s Office, Events, other key areas of campus and Executive Director to plan Foundation meetings and support the work of the Foundation’s committees
Serve as the key point of communication with Trustees, administration and staff who work with Foundation, including planning and producing correspondence
Collaborate with key stakeholders to produce committee agendas, meeting minutes and materials, and Foundation materials and collateral, manage content of restricted access and public website for Foundation trustees
Suggest potential prospects for trustee and advisory boards. Along with the Executive Director, provide logistical and operational support to the Foundation’s subsidiaries, including the William & Mary Athletics Foundation, the William & Mary Real Estate Foundation, and the Murray 1693 Scholars Foundation
Oversee all staffing for the Foundation meetings and events, including collaboration with Advancement Events, outside vendors, and additional colleagues
Collaborate with key stakeholders to produce committee agendas, meeting minutes and materials, and Foundation materials and collateral, manage content of restricted access and public website for Foundation trustees
Serve as a representative of William & Mary, and develop a working knowledge of the university’s goals, priorities and programs
Support the mission of the Office of University Advancement by engaging with fundraising initiatives, events, and campaign projects as needed
Collaborate with gift officers and other staff in support of Foundation trustees
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education, professional experience and specialized expertise
Understanding of philanthropy in higher education and the impact it has on the future of higher education
Commitment to the university's values of belonging, curiosity, excellence, flourishing, integrity, respect, and service, including, but not limited to, collaboration, staffing and programming
Experience (typically 3-5+ years) managing and developing relationships with constituents, clients, or customers. Examples include outside sales, marketing or public relations, financial planning or wealth management, admissions or enrollment, and membership development, as well as academic fundraising or alumni engagement, and board management experience
Exceptional interpersonal, written and oral communication skills with fluency in using persuasive language to promote visionary opportunities
Demonstrated meticulous organizational skills with the proven ability to exercise sound judgement and solve problems independently
Proven leadership skills and familiarity with project management principles to include managing people, timelines and budgets. Proficiency with a variety of software applications to include MS Office (including PowerPoint and Excel), databases, and reporting tools. Familiarity with website development software (such as Pages)
Ability to read and interpret financial statements, budgets, and other fiscal reports
Preferred
Familiarity with and/or affinity for William & Mary and higher education
Knowledge of fundraising databases
Understanding of university fundraising and best practices in stewardship and donor relations
Experience in a non-profit fundraising environment
Experience in program or project planning
Progressively responsible experience managing and developing relationships with constituents, clients, or customers, in a for-profit or nonprofit setting, with the ability to innovate, implement dynamic change and exceed goals
Experience with best practices for governance or fiduciary and volunteer boards
Experience in high-level support of a board or committee
Previous experience in meeting/event planning, coordination, and execution
Benefits
William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule.
All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus.
Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more.
Company
William & Mary Libraries
William & Mary Libraries support and enhance teaching and research, and foster intellectual curiosity, creativity and lifelong learning.
1001-5000 employees
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