Director for Annual Giving & Constituent Engagement

Job Location: HybridThe Director for Annual Giving & Constituent Engagement provides strategic leadership to increase immediate and long-term philanthropic support for Bay Path University. This position leads comprehensive annual giving programs, manages constituent engagement initiatives, and is responsible for enhancing donor participation and constituent engagement across all educational offerings—undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate, and certificate programs. Reporting to the Vice President for Institutional Advancement, the Director oversees the Advancement Communications and Engagement Specialist. This role requires close collaboration across Advancement, Marketing, and academic departments to execute innovative, metrics-driven fundraising and engagement campaigns aligned with institutional priorities.- If you operate a University owned, leased or personal vehicle at any time while performing your duties you must follow all policies and procedures outlined in the Operations Manual. You must have a valid driver’s license and must successfully pass the online safe Driving Course and driving record check at time of hire and annually thereafter. Additionally, you must report any driving offense, on or off company time, which causes a loss, suspension, or any other change in your license status. You must report this change within one business day of the offense. You can report this change to the Human Resource Department or your direct supervisor. Failure to do so can lead to disciplinary action, up to and including terminations.## QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:* Bachelor’s degree required (fields such as Business, Nonprofit Management, or Communications preferred).* Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in fundraising, annual giving, alumni engagement, or nonprofit leadership.* Higher education advancement experience is strongly preferred.* Demonstrated ability to design and implement donor acquisition and retention strategies.* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Raiser’s Edge (or similar CRM).* Strong writing, interpersonal, and data analysis skills.* Project management and vendor negotiation experience preferred.* Valid U.S. driver’s license and successful completion of Bay Path’s Safe Driving Course required.* Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and within FERPA and HIPAA guidelines* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the University community including students, faculty, staff, and administrators* Ability to adhere to University policies and procedures.* All new employees must complete the FERPA, Anti-Harassment, and any other required online trainings within 15 days of employment.* General knowledge of the University’s mission, purpose and goals and the role this position plays in achieving those goals.## is a private comprehensive university with a bold and innovative spirit. Known for its commitment to providing a practical and career-focused education, Bay Path offers a residential bachelors degree for women only on its Longmeadow, Massachusetts campus, as well as bachelors, masters and doctoral programs for both men and women on campuses in East Longmeadow, Boston, Guaynabo, Puerto Rico and online. In 2024, Bay Path expanded its reach and program offerings through the acquisition of Cambridge College, increasing its enrollment to approximately 5,000 learners, gaining new locations, strengthening its online presence, and broadening its career-focused programs. Respected for strong allied health, education and business programs, accessible online options, and a supportive community, Bay Path is an appealing choice for many students. #J-18808-Ljbffr