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Strategic Storyteller / Communications Manager II Job no: 911581 Work type: Support Staff Personnel Sub Area: AP- Professionals Pay Grade: 14 Major Administrative Unit / College: University Communications Department: Mktg, Public Rel, And Digital Strategy 10063701 Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience Location: East Lansing Categories: PR/Media/Graphics/Comm/Fund Raising, Administrative Professionals- AP, Full Time (90-100%), Union, Remote-Friendly Working/Functional Title Strategic Storyteller Position Summary As a strategic storyteller, you'll collaborate with other creative team members and channel strategists in University Communications to develop content that builds MSU’s brand by communicating its mission, values and key priorities to external and internal audiences. You will play a crucial role in shaping people’s perceptions of MSU and contribute to advancing a compelling narrative that promotes the university’s strengths, achievements and contributions to the world. Within strategy frameworks, you will seek and develop ideas for short- and long-form content. You may contribute to content development ranging from written to visual to audio of various types (i.e., feature stories, articles, social posts, marketing materials and video/photo/audio storytelling) focusing primarily on owned, social and paid channels. You will develop and write stories that resonate with our audiences and help adapt these for multichannel content marketing. You will coordinate with PR colleagues on content ideas with earned media potential. You’ll regularly access and review data and analytics to understand audience preferences and content performance and incorporate insights and learnings to help shape future tactics, working with colleagues to help improve content performance and deepen audience connection. Duties and Responsibilities Content Development/Writing/Editing - 40% • Generates stories/content pieces on a regular basis that advance strategic goals and drive performance, covering stories around academic and research excellence with high relevance to priority audiences including peers, policymakers, Michigan and national public, alumni, prospective and current students and employees • Tailors content to audiences, channels and platforms as we move toward audience segmentation and personalization informed by data, adapting stories for different audiences and channels • Translates complex topics into audience-friendly, engaging stories and general content while also ensuring all information is represented accurately • Writes about MSU’s research, innovation, discoveries and trend stories, as well as in-depth stories of cross-college collaborations and multiunit initiatives that advance strategic priorities, specifically: • Produces stories/content on a regular basis for publication/distribution • Follows good SEO practices in writing to help grow audience and enhance performance of content • Identifies and interviews students, faculty, staff, alumni and other sources for stories • Recommends and helps coordinate visual/multimedia elements to accompany articles. May include capturing content using smartphone technology; working with story subjects to identify visuals; and collaborating with editors, visual storytellers and designers to take content from concept to final execution • Coordinates story creation, including strategic briefs, writing and collaboration with designers, photographers and editors while meeting deadlines • Works with subjects of stories and other stakeholders to ensure content is approved prior to publication/distribution • Occasionally writes copy for marketing materials such as advertising, collateral or email copy • Contributes to upkeep of detailed editorial calendar to organize story flow and ensure the ability to leverage relevance and trends • Ensures expert quality control and adherence to AP style Collaboration and Leadership - 30% • Works collaboratively and flexibly with other colleagues in University Communications and in units across campus, facilitating joint content efforts, collaborative storytelling, coordinated messaging and cohesive brand experience • Collaborates with strategic content team to develop institutional-level, multichannel strategies to drive content reach, consumption and engagement in multiple channels • Works with strategic content team on selection, planning, creation and production of stories gathered through campus sources that position MSU as a leading research university through fresh and engaging content • Coordinates with PR colleagues on content ideas with earned media potential • Works on multiple projects at one time, ensuring seamless execution and quality control Strategic Content Planning - 20% • Exercises sharp editorial judgment to identify and ideate brand-aligned content/story ideas that help shape audience perceptions and drive University Communications’ strategies focused on brand, content, channels and audiences • Develops relationships with a wide network of faculty and staff, including communications colleagues across MSU, to serve as sources for story ideas • Keeps a pulse on content trends, attends conferences to stay current on industry best practices and provides recommendations on how to apply learnings to MSU’s content strategy to ensure relevant and breakthrough communications Data and Analytics - 10% • Regularly accesses and reviews data and analytics to understand how content performs; incorporates insights and learnings to help shape future tactics and content • Works with members of the content and analytics teams to help improve content performance among audiences Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills • Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a bachelor’s degree program in journalism, marketing, advertising, public relations, English or related field that prepared individual to communicate effectively with diverse audiences • Three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in a professional writing field and the ability to comprehend research and academic writing and “translate” it effectively for different audiences, including the general public, depending on the distribution channel • Keen editorial judgement and proven track record of identifying and producing stories with demonstrated (through audience metrics) appeal to target audience • Experience translating, with the highest regard for accuracy, complex topics and research into accessible, concise, creative and relevant content for a public audience • Experience developing engaging content for social media channels • Excellent writing, interview, research and editing skills, with proficient knowledge of Associated Press style • Or an equivalent combination of education and experience Desired Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, marketing, advertising, public relations, English or related field • Seven to 10 years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in public relations, journalism or content marketing • Experience developing cross-channel content • Proven ability to develop quality content that grabs attention, stimulates discussion and is relevant and emotionally engaging • A proven “team player” mentality ready for a fast-paced marketing communications environment; flexible, collaborative, positive • A solid understanding of how brand storytelling interacts with the larger integrated marketing and communications network (earned, paid, owned, and shared) • Experience with visual storytelling through use of photo, video, animations, infographics, etc. • Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment • Excellent verbal and presentation skills; can deliver content in a compelling, confident, professional and poised manner • Strong verbal communication skills • Strong leadership and accountability; can work under minimal supervision; highly productive and can manage multiple projects simultaneously • Proficiency in word processing software, Microsoft Office • Experience with and demonstrated ability to learn new content management systems, content management platforms Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Application Materials Cover Letter Writing Sample Three References Work Hours STANDARD 8-5 Website www.comms.msu.edu Remote Work Statement MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon. Bidding eligibility ends on 11/21/2023 at 11:55 PM Advertised: Nov 15, 2023 Eastern Standard Time Applications close: Nov 28, 2023 11:55 Eastern Standard Time To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4801422

Neurometabolism tenure track faculty position Michigan State University   The Department of Physiology at Michigan State University invites applications for a nine-month, tenure track faculty position. We anticipate an appointment at the Assistant Professor level. The ideal applicant’s research will utilize state-of-the-art techniques and model systems to study the convergence of neurobiology and metabolism in health and disease. We are particularly interested in applicants whose research complements existing strengths in the Physiology Department in areas such as motivated behaviors, cellular and systems-level metabolism, immunology, the peripheral nervous system, and sex differences. The ideal applicant will be an outstanding investigator with exceptional promise, a proven record of research achievement, and the ability to attract funding in their research area, who will contribute to the highly interactive and collaborative Department of Physiology (http://www.psl.msu.edu) at MSU. The successful applicant must establish and maintain a vigorous, extramurally funded research program in their area of expertise, and contribute to teaching undergraduate, graduate, and/or professional students associated with the Department of Physiology. Applicants must hold a PhD, MD, DO, DVM or equivalent degree, with postdoctoral experience and a strong record of research productivity. Candidates must have a track record of lead-author publications in peer-reviewed journals and plans for establishing an independent research program. Evidence of ability to obtain stage-appropriate funding is desired. Laboratory space, start-up funds, and 9-month hard money salary support each year will be competitive with the field and commensurate with academic rank and experience. To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4695872.   MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer and is committed to achieving excellence through diversity. The University actively encourages applications of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities, and we endeavor to facilitate employment assistance to spouses or partners of candidates for faculty and academic staff positions.

Neurogastrointestinal Tenure Track Faculty Position Michigan State University   The Department of Physiology at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. This is an exceptional opportunity for an outstanding candidate to join MSU's robust gastrointestinal research community, a thriving group that extends across multiple research and clinical departments. As a part of the expansive MSU gastrointestinal group, the candidate will collaborate with a network of experts fostering innovation in gastrointestinal research. The ideal applicant’s research will utilize state-of-the-art techniques and model systems to study neurobiology in health and disease. Areas of particular interest include gut-brain axis, neurogastroenterology, neuro-immune interactions, autonomic nervous system-intestinal crosstalk, autonomic nervous system development, autonomic neuroscience, and sensory systems. The ideal applicant will be an investigator with exceptional promise, a proven record of research achievement, and the ability to attract funding in their research area, who will contribute to the highly interactive and collaborative Department of Physiology (http://www.psl.msu.edu) at MSU.   The successful applicant must establish and maintain a vigorous, extramurally funded research program in their area of expertise, and contribute to teaching undergraduate, graduate, and/or professional students associated with the Department of Physiology. Applicants must hold a PhD, DO, MD, DVM or equivalent degree, with postdoctoral experience and a strong record of research productivity including lead author publications in peer-reviewed journals. Candidates must provide evidence of their ability to obtain stage-appropriate funding and have clear plans for establishing an independent research program. Laboratory space, start-up funds, and salary will be competitive and commensurate with academic rank and experience.   Application review will begin December 1, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should apply online at http://careers.msu.edu (903911). Full applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a three-page research statement of past accomplishments and goals for independent research program, a one-page teaching statement, and three reference letters. Evidence for participation activities to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion should be integrated throughout the research and teaching statements. Questions concerning this position may be directed to Dr. Brian Gulbransen (gulbrans@msu.edu), Search Committee Chair.     To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4695859 MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer and is committed to achieving excellence through diversity. The University actively encourages applications of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities, and we endeavor to facilitate employment assistance to spouses or partners of candidates for faculty and academic staff positions.

Assoc Director of Corp & Found Relations / Development Officer II Job no: 901132 Work type: Support Staff Pay Grade: 14 Major Administrative Unit / College: University Advancement Department: Constituency Program Dir 1 40001223 Sub Area: AP- Professionals Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience Location: East Lansing Categories: Administrative/Business/Professional, PR/Media/Graphics/Comm/Fund Raising, Administrative Professionals- AP, Full Time (90-100%), Union, Remote-Friendly Working/Functional Title Assoc Director of Corp & Found Relations Position Summary The Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University is seeking an enthusiastic and energetic, results-oriented individual to join its highly successful fundraising team as the Associate Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations. Ranked one of the top 25 business programs in the country, the College completed the MSU Empower Extraordinary campaign in 2019, exceeding its $162M goal by raising $195M, including a $62 million capital project. We are now in the planning stages of the next campaign. The Associate Director will be an integral member of a team helping to steward the corporate and foundation gifts that were made during the last campaign and begin setting expectations for the next campaign. The Associate Director will assist faculty and College administration in identifying, cultivating, and engaging potential corporate and foundation sources of support, with the overarching goal of soliciting major gifts in support of significant College initiatives. Responsibilities: This position is responsible for establishing and maintaining a portfolio of corporate and foundation prospects for the Eli Broad College of Business. The successful candidate will: Solicitation, Cultivation & Discovery: • Meet with corporation and foundation prospects to understand their priorities and strategies with the objective of identifying and building significant alliances, leading to philanthropic support for the Eli Broad College of Business. • Maintain an aggressive travel and communications schedule with new and existing corporate and foundation partners to build and enrich the Eli Broad College of Business relationships with them. • Identify and build relationships with key alumni/friends within target corporations and foundations in order to seek advice and assistance in relationship building, charitable gifts, and research funding. Strategy and Coordination: • Establish close and effective working relationships with College administration, the University Advancement Corporate Relations and Foundation Relations teams, and MSU Business-CONNECT. This requires a person who is experienced and comfortable in working across administrative boundaries in an open and collegial environment. • Become conversant with the Eli Broad College of Business's strengths and strategic priorities. • In collaboration with the University Advancement Corporate Relations and Foundation Relations teams, participate in the development of a coordinated strategy to engage target corporations and foundations with the Eli Broad College of Business’ programs/researchers/educational mission. • Participate in regular meetings with the University Advancement Corporate Relations and Foundation Relations teams. • Establish effective working relationships with academic department heads, center and institute directors, faculty, and administrators throughout the Eli Broad College of Business in order to thoroughly understand their programs and priorities and to assist them in managing their respective corporate and foundation partnership activities. • Create opportunities for regular and substantive contact between high-level corporate and foundation executives and the Eli Broad College of Business Dean, Chairs, Center Directors, and key faculty. • Coordinate with the Eli Broad College of Business’s grant funding recipients to provide stewardship, monitor outcomes and prepare regular progress reports. Reporting: • Reports directly to the Eli Broad College of Business’s Senior Director of Development. • Dotted line appointment to the Senior Director of Corporate Relations Prospective candidates will have excellent written and communication skills, with the ability to produce business correspondence; solicitation materials; appropriate letters of acknowledgement; proposals to individuals, corporations, and foundations; and reports. She/he will have a demonstrated ability to establish and manage multiple business relationships with complex, multifaceted organizations successfully and simultaneously. Individuals sought for this role will have in-depth knowledge of the breadth of corporate interactions with higher education and with foundation practices. They will also have the ability to understand quickly and translate clearly and succinctly faculty research and its value to potential funders. Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, and/or Business; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in public relations, volunteer administration, professional and higher education fundraising, marketing or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Desired Qualifications • Minimum of bachelor’s degree in business or related field. • Five years of demonstrated and progressively more responsible experience working within private sector corporations in higher education development, research and development, communications, public relations, or related field. • Demonstrated experience in managing business relationships in a role such as account manager is desirable. • Excellent writing and communication skills. • Experience and level of sophistication needed to deal with high-level management in the corporate or education sector. • Must be goal-oriented and an accomplished problem solver. • Must be team-oriented/collaborative. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Application Materials Resume and cover letter Special Instructions HOW TO APPLY If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Patricia Karam, Director of Recruitment, at karampat@msu.edu. All candidates must submit an application, resume, and cover letter through the Michigan State University Human Resources web-based system, the URL for this website is careers.msu.edu. Please indicate the position number 901132 when submitting your application. Screening of applicants will continue until the position is filled. Work Hours 8 am - 5 pm with some evenings and weekends Website Advancement.msu.edu Remote Work Statement MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon. Bidding eligibility ends October 10, 2023 at 11:55 P.M. Advertised: Oct 4, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Nov 2, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4676578

Asst Director of Corp & Found Relations / Development Officer I Job no: 901825 Work type: Support Staff Pay Grade: 12 Major Administrative Unit / College: University Advancement Department: Foundation Relations 40001228 Sub Area: AP- Professionals Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience Location: East Lansing Categories: Administrative/Business/Professional, PR/Media/Graphics/Comm/Fund Raising, Administrative Professionals- AP, Full Time (90-100%), Union, Remote-Friendly Working/Functional Title Asst Director of Corp & Found Relations Position Summary The Assistant Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations plays a vital role in creating successful strategies for engaging and working with corporations and foundations. The Assistant Director is responsible for maintaining and cultivating a portfolio of corporations and foundations. The Assistant Director will coordinate and direct activities that will ensure regular and increased support from these organizations to fulfill the goals and priorities of Michigan State University. Activities include, but are not limited to, the following: Cultivation, Solicitation, and Stewardship: • Manage a portfolio of 75 corporations and foundations. • Identify, cultivate, maintain, and build relationships with assigned corporate and foundation donors and prospects, focusing on prospects and opportunities up to $75,000. • Assist in the development of strategies, systems, and procedures for advancing the goals and priorities of Michigan State University with these corporate and foundation donors and prospects. • Act as liaison to an assigned set of corporate and foundation donors and prospects to develop and maintain their interest in MSU’s focused research, programs, and initiatives with the objective of increased funding. Accomplished through consistent and relevant communication, as well as meetings with corporate and foundation programs. • Manage annual grant/gift proposal process for select MSU corporate and foundation donors. • In collaboration with college/unit Directors of Development, as well as with the central Corporate Relations and Foundation Relations teams, work with administrators, deans, department heads, and faculty to develop and submit proposals consistent with funder programs and policies and ensure appropriate contacts between MSU and corporate and foundation representatives. • Coordinate, collaborate, edit, and submit multi-college proposals for annual and special project support from corporate prospects. • Coordinate follow-up on successful proposals, ensuring timely submission of stewardship narrative and financial reports. • Some prospect activities may fall outside of normal working hours due to time zone differences. • Arrange strategic visits for MSU leadership and faculty members with assigned corporate and foundation prospects and donors. • Create briefings and appropriate materials for meetings. Strategy Development and Implementation: • Monitor assigned corporate and foundation donor/prospect strategies and funding interests with the objective of identifying potential alignment with MSU priorities and faculty research, education, and outreach activities. • Become knowledgeable about and conversant with the University’s research, programs, and initiatives, as well as with current relationships with assigned corporate and foundation donors and prospects. • Gather and disseminate information on funding opportunities for assigned corporate and foundation donors and prospects to faculty and administrators. • Collaborate and cooperate with members of the Foundation Relations and Corporate Relations Teams as well as with Advancement colleagues to advance fundraising priorities and achieve strategic goals. • Working with university advancement and college communicators, as well as central and college CFR colleagues, develop regular touchpoints highlighting MSU’s work that aligns with specific programs and priorities of the corporations and foundations. Work with college leadership to determine the appropriate sender and recipients. Create a follow-up process. • Other duties as assigned. Reporting: • Direct report to the Senior Director of Foundation Relations • Dotted line report to the Senior Director of Corporate Relations Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, and/or Business. One to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in public relations, professional and higher education, and/or fundraising, marketing, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. This position may require some travel; a valid driver’s license is required. Desired Qualifications • The successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and will be team-oriented. Individuals sought for this role will have the ability to understand quickly and translate clearly and succinctly faculty research and its value to potential funders. • A Bachelor’s degree is preferred. • Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in International Relations. • One to three years of fundraising and/or sales experience or experience in another strongly related field, such as development, is preferred. • Candidate should be goal-driven, show strong initiative, and be a self-starter. Intellectual curiosity is key to assisting faculty with funding proposals. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills. • Strong organizational skills, and detail oriented. • Strong writing, editing, and prospect research skills to assist in proposal development. • Ability to work effectively in a complex and diverse institution. • High comfort level working with people in leadership positions. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Application Materials Resume and cover letter Special Instructions HOW TO APPLY If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Patricia Karam, Director of Recruitment, at karampat@msu.edu. All candidates must submit an application resume and cover letter through the Michigan State University Human Resources web-based system, the URL for this website is careers.msu.edu. Please indicate the position number 901825 when submitting your application. Screening of applicants will continue until the position is filled. Work Hours 8 am - 5 pm with some evenings and weekends Website Advancement.msu.edu Remote Work Statement MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon. Bidding eligibility ends October 3, 2023 at 11:55 P.M. Advertised: Sep 27, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Oct 26, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4664128

Associate Director of Devel, Vet Med / Development Officer II Title: Development Officer II Level: AP14 Working Title: Associate Director of Development - College of Veterinary Medicine Unit/Vision/Mission/Purpose/Info Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine was formally established as a four-year, degree-granting program in 1910. Today, the college includes three biomedical science departments --Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, Pathobiology and Diagnostic Investigation, and Pharmacology and Toxicology; two clinical departments -- Large Animal Clinical Sciences and Small Animal Clinical Sciences; two service units -- the Veterinary Medical Center and the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory; and several research centers. The abundance and variety of animal agriculture and companion animals in Michigan provides the college with one of the largest clinical and diagnostic caseloads in the country. Educational and research opportunities are considerably enhanced by this large caseload which exceeds 27,000 each year. The Associate Director of Development is expected to be an accomplished, responsive and collaborative member of the College of Veterinary Medicine Development Team who executes an aggressive schedule of donor activity to ensure a continuous pipeline of private support for the college. The Associate Director will report directly to the Senior Director of Development for the College of Veterinary Medicine. The Associate Director of Development will manage a portfolio of approximately 100 major donor, corporate, and foundation prospects, focusing efforts on individual prospects whose philanthropic capacity is $50,000 or more and corporate prospects to support and grow research opportunities, including within a new clinical trials program. The Associate Director will average 12-15 strategic visits per month, which will result in greater engagement and movement toward a major gift solicitation at a rate of 2 to 4 solicitations per month, with all solicitation efforts cleared and coordinated with the college and University Advancement at Michigan State University. The Associate Director is expected to travel out of state while also managing prospect activity within Michigan. The duties of the Associate Director of Development are as follows but are not limited to: Job Duties: FUNDRAISING Solicitation, Cultivation & Discovery of Individual Prospects, Foundation and Corporate Entities (70% individuals, 30% corporations) • Engage in the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of gifts from individuals, corporations, foundations, and professional groups in support of the College of Veterinary Medicine strategic and campaign priorities. • Collaborate and coordinate with University Advancement, and administrators and faculty of the College of Veterinary Medicine to create and carry out fundraising strategies and solicitation of gifts of $50,000 and more. • Work closely in partnership, and in alignment, with both the central University Advancement Corporate Relations and Foundation Relations teams. • Identify and maintain an active pool of approximately 100 individual, foundation and corporate prospects under strategic management. • Achieve the College fundraising goals through an active and consistent program of prospect/donor outreach that includes 180 significant contacts annually. Utilize phone calls, email, mail, social media and other strategies to identify, connect with and engage alums with the goal of soliciting financial support of the College. • Identify, qualify and work to build strong, engaged relationships with major gift prospects to determine and merge prospect passions/interests/needs with the College of Veterinary Medicine areas of funding priority and opportunity. • Develop and implement targeted strategies to maximize the involvement of key volunteers and faculty members in the College of Veterinary Medicine development effort. Schedule joint prospect visits with members of the college leadership, faculty or other Development colleagues, when appropriate. • Serve as a liaison officer between the Unit and donors and potential donors to ensure that such information and service as may be desired is provided to the full extent permitted by University policy, rules and regulations. • Serve as a consultant to donors on the tax advantage of various types of gifts. • Plan and host campus visits for donors or potential donors or their representatives. • Prepare annual personal fundraising goals and analyze/report goal accomplishment. Assist in planning and implementing special purpose appeals as necessary. PROGRAM MANAGEMENT • Develop and prepare solicitation appeals, development and alum articles, marketing and communication materials, proposals, and other materials with focus on gifts of $50,000 or more that, through the clear identification of funding priorities and articulation of the case for support of the college, engender a level of understanding that is conducive to giving and that help achieve the Unit’s fundraising goals. • Assist with the coordination of and participation in college alum and donor engagement, prospecting, recognition and stewardship events, as appropriate. • Utilize constituent relations management programs to coordinate with other development colleagues, record contact activities, update donor information, record strategic moves management steps and gift documentation as appropriate. • Build working relationships with internal constituents to enhance information exchange between units within the College of Veterinary Medicine, including advising faculty and administrators of appropriate fund-raising strategies. COMMUNICATIONS/INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS Interacts with: • Michigan State University alums/individuals/Corporations/Foundations/Businesses/Employees and corporate leadership – in order to solicit as potential donors, manage donor requests, and to cultivate and train them as potential volunteers. • Faculty and Department Chairs, Program Directors and other College of Veterinary Medicine leaders – in order to assist in the understanding and implementation of fundraising procedures, to seek their advice on funding needs, to answer development questions, to advise them on development strategy and to solicit them as potential donors. • Peers – in order to obtain advice and counsel on options being considered for programs and in order to coordinate the cultivation and solicitation of donor prospects. Education/Experience: Required: The job requires: knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business or related discipline; three to five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in professional and/or higher education fund raising, sales, public relations, volunteer administration, marketing or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Desired: A Bachelor’s degree; master’s degree preferred; five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive experience in professional fundraising, public relations, marketing or related field; working knowledge of tax laws affecting charitable giving; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license; excellent writing and verbal communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills; experience in public speaking; collaborative team-oriented style; experience with “Moves Management” or related strategic relationship development; ability to “close” gifts or business deals with demonstrative experiences closing gifts of $50,000 or more; working knowledge of tax laws affecting charitable giving; travel involving automobile, airline and rail. We will continue evaluation applications until the position is filled. How to Apply: If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Patricia Karam, Director of Recruitment, at karampat@msu.edu. All candidates must submit an application and resume through the Michigan State University Human Resources web-based system the URL for that website is careers.msu.edu.. Please indicate the position number 846829 when submitting your application. To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4574237 MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential. The University actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.

University Development Researcher CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION   Title: University Development Researcher 1 The mission of University Advancement is to secure support for Michigan State University in terms of money, talent, service, and advocacy by delivering an integrated program of communications, marketing, and engagement. Our objective is to build deep and long-term relationships with alumni, stakeholders and potential partners that will ensure increased support in the future. SUMMARY: As a valued member of the University Advancement (UA) Prospect Development Team, the Data Integrity Analyst will work closely with the Strategic Data Management Team to manage/maintain the data integrity of prospect and proposal activity in support of Michigan State University. Utilizing systems and business processes, the Analyst will assist in managing prospect and proposal data and producing, documenting, and delivering timely, accurate, and complete reporting to members of the UA team. The role includes inspecting, cleaning, transforming, and maintaining UA’s CRM to help ensure accurate and relevant data to support UA staff. The Analyst will be responsible for learning and maintaining detailed knowledge of the business rules governing management of prospect-related records. Reporting to the Sr. Associate Director of Prospect Analytics, Reporting & Data Integrity, key responsibilities of the Data Integrity Analyst include, but are not limited to the following: Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities Portfolio Management and Modifications • Work closely with the Prospect Development Team to make any assignments, continuum stage, proposal, or other standard prospect management updates within UA’s CRM. This includes management of sunsetting assignments/proposals and strategy records. • Review and perform initial validation on new wealth screening results and work with PD Consultants for additional validation and to update wealth ratings within the UA CRM • Tools: Effectively use UA’s CRM, Cognos Reports, Microsoft Excel, and subscription databases and online research resources Data Management, and Integrity • Manage the integrity and accuracy of all prospect and proposal data, ensuring compliance with Advancement policies and guidelines • Monitor prospect and proposal stage migration, through audit reports, to help ensure prospects are managed effectively and moved through the development cycle as appropriate • Collaborate with AIS-DS Trainer to identify data integrity issues that suggest the need for UA staff training or re-training Customer Service and Special Projects • Work on special projects as defined in collaboration with the Sr. Associate Director, Director, AVP for AIS-DS, and University Advancement Management • Other duties as assigned Communications/Interpersonal Relationships Interacts with: • Staff/Co-workers – in order to assist with questions and problems relating to coding, data entry and office procedures. • Supervisor – in order to ask questions pertaining to work being performed, receive direction and training and to assist in meeting deadlines. • System Analyst/Programmers – in order to verify information if problems arise pertaining to computers or programs. • Other Departments – in order to enter data and programs jobs as requested. • Public – in order to provide services. Responsibility for Health/Safety of Others No assigned responsibility Impact on Programs/Services/Operations Error in the accuracy of collected or distributed data could cause incorrect decisions to be made by departments, University officials and/or external customers. The quality of the work performed reflects upon the image of the Department, its staff, and the University as a whole. Errors are usually detected and easily corrected. Work Environment Standard office environment. The job requires moderate physical effort and involves sitting and viewing a VDT screen and eye/hand coordination more than 75% of the time. Education/Experience Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Business, Journalism, Pre-Law, History, Psychology or Information Science or related field; one to three years’ experience in research methods including on-line electronic searching, large main-frame databases and PC-based software, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  Qualifications (Required) • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Desktop Tools (Word, Excel, etc.) • Ability to manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks in a professional manner with attention to accuracy and detail • Ability to effectively communicate both orally and through e-mail to respond and resolve any concerns or issues with other University Advancement Staff positively and professionally • Willingness to learn new skills or technologies • Ability to evaluate potential changes in process or procedure and embrace changes which emerge as applicable • Good knowledge of best practices in data management • Strong ability to organize, prioritize, work independently and exercise good judgment in making decisions regarding data management within the established business governance rules • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Ability to handle confidential material with complete discretion • Familiarity with the Salesforce platform • Ability to provide exceptional customer service willingness and ability to take initiative • Be flexible, learn quickly, and function as a member of a team with common goal of team success HOW TO APPLY If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Patricia Karam, Director of Recruitment at karampat@msu.edu. All candidates must submit an application, resume and cover letter through the Michigan State University Human Resources web-based system, the URL for this website is careers.msu.edu. Please indicate the position number 882302 when submitting your application. To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4417508 Screening of applicants will continue until the position is filled. MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential. The University actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

Title: Development Officer I Level: AP12 Working Title: Assistant Director of Development College of Agriculture and Natural Resources The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR), AgBioResearch and MSU Extension Advancement team is seeking an enthusiastic, energetic and results-oriented individual to join its dynamic fundraising team as the Assistant Director of Development. The Assistant Director will be instrumental in helping the college achieve increased fundraising success. The Assistant Director of Development is expected to be an accomplished, responsive and collaborative member of the CANR Advancement team who executes an aggressive schedule of donor activity to ensure a continuous pipeline of private support for the college. Reporting to the Associate Director of Development and Alumni Relations, and working closely with the other office staff, administration and the volunteers, the Assistant Director will develop and manage a portfolio of 150 special donor prospects, employing an aggressive, strategic moves management program, averaging 12 – 15 face-to-face strategic visits per month including a strategic focus on the identification and discovery of new prospects, and 2 to 4 solicitations per month. The position will dedicate a significant amount of time traveling, with emphasis initially focused on prospects in Michigan. Job Duties: FUNDRAISING Collaborate and coordinate with the CANR Development Team, college administrators and educators, and Advancement staff to create and carry out fundraising strategies and solicitation of gifts. • Build strong, engaged relationships with prospects to determine and merge their passions/interests/needs with CANR funding priorities and opportunities. • Build working relationships with internal CANR constituents to enhance information exchange of appropriate fundraising priorities and strategies. • Engage 12 to 15 prospects through personal visits which result in strategic “moves” toward closure of major and special gifts each month. • Develop and deliver funding proposals and case statements to effectively communicate in writing and verbally, the strategic funding priorities for the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. • Maintain accurate donor/prospect records for planning and documenting significant strategic prospect “moves” toward closure of gifts. • Implement a yearly strategic fundraising plan as part of the CANR Development team in collaboration with University Advancement. • Identify and maintain an active pool of 150 prospects under management. • Achieve CANR fundraising goals through a consistent program of prospect/donor outreach that includes 150 personal visits annually. Utilize phone calls, email, mail, social media, and other strategies to identify, connect with, and engage alumni with the goal of soliciting financial support. • Identify, qualify, and work to build strong, engaged relationships with University Advancement regional staff. • Work in conjunction with annual giving to develop messages and materials for annual fund campaigns, including faculty/staff and student philanthropy. • Prepare annual personal fundraising goals and analyze/report goal accomplishment. Assist in planning and implementing special purpose appeals as necessary. PROGRAM MANAGEMENT • Develop and prepare annual giving solicitation appeals with focus on gifts renewing and engaging young alumni through the clear identification of funding priorities and articulation of the case for support of the college, engender a level of understanding that is conducive to giving and that help achieve the Unit’s fundraising goals. • Assist with the coordination of and participation in college alumni and donor engagement, prospecting, recognition, and stewardship events, as appropriate. • Utilize MSU’s Advance alumni and donor database to coordinate with other development colleagues, record contact activities, update donor information, record strategic moves management steps, and gift documentation as appropriate. • Build working relationships with internal constituents to enhance information exchange between units within CANR, including advising faculty and administrators of appropriate fundraising strategies. COMMUNICATIONS/INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS Interacts with: • Michigan State University alumni/individuals/Corporations/Businesses/Employees and corporate leadership – in order to solicit as potential donors, manage donor requests, and to cultivate and train them as potential volunteers. • Faculty and Department Chairs, Program Directors and other CANR leaders – in order to assist in the understanding and implementation of fundraising procedures, to seek their advice on funding needs, to answer development questions, to advise them on development strategy and to solicit them as potential donors. • Peers – in order to obtain advice and counsel on options being considered for programs and in order to coordinate the cultivation and solicitation of donor prospects. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Required: The job requires: knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing and/or Business; one to three of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in public relations, professional and higher education fundraising, marketing or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Desired: • A Bachelor’s degree. • Five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive experience in professional fundraising, public relations, marketing, volunteer administration, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license. • Excellent writing and verbal communication skills. • Excellent interpersonal skills. • Experience in public speaking. • Collaborative team-oriented style. • Experience with “Moves Management” or related strategic relationship development. • Ability to “close” gifts or business deals with demonstrative experiences closing gifts of $50,000 or more. • Working knowledge of tax laws affecting charitable giving. • Travel involving automobile, airline and rail. HOW TO APPLY We will continue evaluating applications until the position is filled. If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Pat Karam, Director of Recruitment at karampat@msu.edu All candidates must submit an application, resume and cover letter through the Michigan State University Human Resources web-based system the URL for that website is careers.msu.edu. Please indicate position number 878842 when submitting your application. To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4400773 MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential. The University actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.

CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION Title: Development Assistant Level: AP10 Working Title: Development Associate BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY – JOB SUMMARY Basic Function The Development Associates Program in University Advancement provides entry-level positions that allow the University to recruit and hire individuals with the foundational skills and motivation necessary to be successful fundraisers. The Development Associates will serve as entry-level fundraisers within the central office of University Advancement. They will work within an environment heavily concentrated on mentorship and professional coaching that will afford the candidate an opportunity to learn the art and science of fundraising at Michigan State University. The curriculum will focus on portfolio management of individuals, with an emphasis on the discovery/qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of Michigan State University alumni/donors primarily focused within the state of Michigan. This is a contract position funded for one year from date of hire with possible extension. The position will be funded annually with anticipation that the successful candidate(s) will be well-positioned to transition into a full-time University Advancement position within a 12-18 month time frame. CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Prospect Management and Fundraising • Interface and coordinate prospect identification efforts with college/unit development teams, Annual Giving team and MSU Alumni Engagement Officers. • Represent the University at fundraising meetings and other appropriate occasions, speak to professional organizations and other appropriate groups, and host development-related functions. • Build and manage a development portfolio. • Discover, cultivate, solicit, and steward leadership annual and entry-level major gift prospects, primarily within the State of Michigan. • Follow up on leads provided by the Annual Giving Team. • Develop individual fundraising style to ensure first year benchmarks are reached. Orientation, Learning, and Continual Training • Develop proficiency of systems utilized by development officers including Ascend (Salesforce), Pledge Assistant, Briefing Papers, Scholarships and Endowment Database, etc. • Develop working knowledge of tax laws affecting Charitable Giving. • Develop an understanding of departments across University Advancement and how they complement major gift work including event planning/management, Annual Giving, the Alumni Office. • Attend University Advancement monthly meetings to build knowledge of fundraising priorities. • Meet regularly with Development Associates Team. • Meet regularly with Director, Development Associates Program. • Perform six-month performance evaluations and complete an Annual Review to assess progress toward learning goals. • Attend conferences/trainings offered by University Advancement for ongoing professional development. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Direction received from the Director, Development Associates Program. COMMUNICATIONS/INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS • Michigan State University alumni/parents/friends/corporations/businesses/employees - to cultivate and solicit as potential donors and work with them as volunteers on boards/councils/groups. • Regional major and gift planning colleagues, and constituency-based development colleagues - to coordinate cultivation and solicitation strategies for prospects to maximize gift potential. • Michigan State University executive management - to consult and coordinate work within University structure to aid in the discovery of potential donors and gain support of special projects. • Michigan State University Vice President of University Advancement and Associate Vice President of University Development - to advise on the progress of specific campaign regional goals. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge equivalent to that which would normally be acquired by completing a four-year college program in Communications, Public Relations, or Marketing; up to six months of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in professional fundraising, public relations, marketing, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS A Bachelor’s degree; Business, Communications, Marketing, Non-Profit Management, and/or Public Relations preferred; demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, and written/oral communication skills. At least two years of full-time professional experience in professional fundraising, public relations, marketing, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Travel is required throughout the year both in-state and out-of-state. Possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license. If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Pat Karam, Director of Recruitment at karampat@msu.edu. All candidates must submit an application and resume through the Michigan State University Human Resources web-based system. The URL for this website is careers.msu.edu. Please refer to posting number 876234. To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4314804 MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential. The University actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities.