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Job Summary

The Manager of Campaign and Special Projects, reporting to the Associate Vice President of Development and Campaign Director (Associate Vice President), serves as a project manager for Rensselaer’s Comprehensive Campaign. The Campaign Manager is responsible for monitoring campaign performance, overseeing campaign reporting, preparing campaign timelines and coordinating the volunteer campaign structure. The Campaign Manager also supports the Associate Vice President and the Vice President of Institute Advancement in the preparation of campaign activity and campaign reports for university leadership including the university’s Board of Trustees.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree  5 or more years in the following:
• Experience in higher education as a front-line fundraiser with a successful record of prospect development or relationship building
• Experience managing fundraising volunteers
• Experience with project management.

Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to plan and implement programs, projects and/or events including identifying specific requirements and developing project plans Ability to collect, analyze and manage relevant information to synthesize into effective reports Ability to create effective reports and presentations Ability to collaborate with others including own team/department, others across the organization and externally where appropriate Ability to work effectively individually and as a group/ team member exploring options, making decisions and seeking support when appropriate Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives Ability to multi-task, handle multiple projects and deadlines Proficiency with Microsoft Office or equivalent Ability to learn and use discipline specific technologies including database management software and web-based communication tools

Shift

Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required

Travel

Occasional travel (10-15%) is required for campaign events

Driving

Driving a personal vehicle for non-passenger use

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $80,000- $95,000

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Job Posted Date

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).

We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.