The Office of Institutional Advancement at Milligan University invites applications for the full-time position of Director of Church Relations and Assistant to the President (Major Gift Officer)with an immediate start date. Reporting to the Vice President for Institutional Advancement, this position promotes the mission and vision of Milligan University to churches, alumni, and friends and enhances the school’s visibility while executing strategies and initiatives that accomplish fundraising and advancement efforts. In addition, the Director of Church Relations and Assistant to the President cultivates and stewards alumni and friends of the university, with focus on sharing the mission of the university to individuals who have the potential for major gifts.
Qualifications: Successful candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and at least five years of experience in a related field and excellent organization, communication, and administrative skills. Successful candidates should also demonstrate a strong Christian faith and commitment to Milligan’s mission as a Christian liberal arts university. Primary duties and responsibilities would be performed in the office as well as through overnight travel visiting with churches, alumni, and friends on behalf of the university.
Application Process: Applicants should submit an employment application, cover letter, resume, and names, addresses, emails, and phone numbers of three professional references via email to churchrelationssearch@milligan.edu.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position or application may be directed via email to the email address above.
