The George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School invites applications for the Assistant Dean of Development position. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason’s academic and culturally inclusive environment.

Responsibilities:

Reporting dually to the Dean of the Antonin Scalia Law School and the Deputy Vice President for Advancement and Alumni Relations, the Assistant Dean of Development for the Antonin Scalia Law School serves as the chief fundraising officer for the School and is responsible for all activities related to identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of annual, major and planned gifts from alumni, friends, and institutions. The position collaborates closely with the central University Advancement team, which provides resources and strategic counsel, and uniform metrics to help drive results within the schools and across the University. The Assistant Dean provides counsel to the Dean of the School and faculty on advancement matters, sets the philanthropic strategy annually, and helps to organize and set the School’s philanthropic priorities in order to maximize external support.

Required Qualifications:

• Significant experience in major/principal gifts fundraising, seven (7) to ten (10) plus years, preferably in higher education;
• Strong understanding of the legal and public policy environment and community as well as the law school donor community;
• Must have a creative approach to involve and solicit major donor prospects and possesses the ability to motivate donors and educate faculty in advancement best practices;
• Demonstrated record of closing major/principal gift solicitations;
• Strong leadership and management skills, both strategic and tactical, and a demonstrated ability to build and mentor an effective team, while effectively engaging and staffing volunteers;
• Must possess the ability to build collaborative relationships and effectively navigate across a highly engaged constituent base including alumni, donor prospects, trustees, faculty and staff;
• Bachelor’s degree;
• Willingness and ability to travel;
• Must have a valid driver’s license;
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualification:

• J.D. or relevant Master’s degree.