Admission Position
(posted 07/03/08)
Monmouth College
invites nominations and applications for an admission representative
/ assistant director of admission. Responsibilities include, but
are not limited to a wide range of recruitment initiatives, managing
a recruitment territory with extensive travel to off-campus
activities, monitoring and analyzing reports on prospects, making
timely response to and continued communication with admission
inquiries, interviewing and touring prospective students during
campus visits, and assisting with other areas of college admission.
The successful candidate
will be a self-motivated, service-oriented individual with strong
communication skills (listening, writing and speaking) and an
outgoing personality. A bachelor’s degree, valid driver’s license
and satisfactory driving record are also required. Experience
working or learning at a liberal arts college and prior experience
in higher education recruitment desired. Title and salary will be
commensurate with experience and responsibilities.
Review of application
materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is
filled. Send letter of application, resume and references to
Michael McNall, Director of Personnel, Monmouth College, 700 East
Broadway, Monmouth, IL 61462. E-mail address: mike@monm.edu.
EOE/Nondiscrimination Statement
Assistant Director of Greek Life, Leadership
and Involvement (posted 05/22/08)
Monmouth College, a Carnegie I-classified private liberal arts
college, seeks applications for the position of Assistant Director
of Greek Life, Leadership and Involvement.
Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Students,
the Assistant Director is a member of the Student Life Staff and
responsible for assisting with the overall development,
implementation and evaluation of the fraternity system. The
Assistant Director is also responsible for the direct supervision of
fraternity housing and its house managers, overseeing and evaluating
fraternity membership recruitment, IFC and Greek Week, and assisting
with the campus-wide leadership development program. The Assistant
Director also oversees the Office of Greek Life, Leadership and
Involvement, campus service programs and organizations as well as
the coordination of student organizations. The Assistant Director
will share on-call duties and assist with campus emergencies.
The successful candidate must be able to
work in a collaborative environment, possess a working knowledge of
student development theory and be committed to its implementation.
Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills, a
good sense of humor and the ability to work energetically and well
with college students are essential. Masters degree in College
Student Personnel or related field preferred. Experience in college
or university residence life management a plus, but not required.
This is a full-time, 12 month, live-in position. Competitive salary
and attractive benefit package, including an apartment and
in-session board plan. Starting date: July 1, 2008.
Send letter of application, resume and the
names and telephone numbers of three references to: Michael McNall,
Director of Personnel, Monmouth College, 700 E. Broadway, Monmouth,
IL 61462-1998 or Email address: mike@monm.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and
continue until the position is filled.
EOE/Nondiscrimination Statement
Senior Grants Officer (posted 10/12/07
- revised 11/30/07)
Monmouth College, a private, nationally ranked
liberal arts college in Monmouth, Illinois, is significantly expanding
its institutional advancement program. The college has launched a search
to hire a Senior Grants Officer. The position
reports directly to the Vice President for Development and College
Relations.
Responsibilities of this position include:
1. Cultivate, solicit, and secure major gifts
and grants from corporations and foundations. Proactively research and
contact corporations and foundations in Illinois, the Midwest, and
across the nation that support private liberal arts colleges and have
grant-making interests that align with Monmouth College’s mission,
goals, programs, and projects. Communicate with officers of these
corporations and foundations to discuss Monmouth College initiatives and
needs for philanthropic support. Discuss the grant-making priorities and
interests of these organizations. Involve the College President, Vice
President for Development and College Relations, Vice President for
Academic Affairs, and other faculty and staff in these discussions as
appropriate.
2. Write gift and grant proposals. Follow the
established grant guidelines and deadlines specified by corporations and
foundations.
3. Respond to Requests for Proposals from
foundations, as appropriate.
4. Assist in the development of grant proposals
to federal and state agencies, as requested.
5. Identify members of the Board of Trustees,
alumni, and other friends of the college who have relationships or
affiliations with corporations and foundations. Strategically involve
these individuals in approaches to these organizations.
6. Travel regularly to meet with officers and
representatives of corporations and foundations.
7. Write timely contact reports of visits, phone
calls, e-mails and correspondence with corporation and foundation
officers and representatives.
8. Utilize computer on-line resources, printed
directories (e.g. the Foundation Center), and other resources to gather
and analyze information about corporate and foundation grant-making
programs.
9. Maintain up-to-date files and computer
records of corporate and foundation donors and prospective donors.
10. Keep the Vice President for Development and
College Relations regularly updated about priority prospects, contacts,
proposal development and status, and fundraising results.
Candidate must have:
1. A minimum of a bachelor’s degree and three
years of professional experience in philanthropic development, proposal
writing, public relations, or a related field.
2. Excellent interpersonal, writing, and
speaking skills. Must be able to write clearly, coherently, and
concisely.
3. A strong work ethic and attentiveness to
detail.
4. Availability to travel and work occasional
nights and weekends.
5. Familiarity with, and appreciation for, the
role of the small liberal arts college is essential.
6. Ability to maintain good relationships with
professional colleagues, alumni, faculty, staff, students, and donors is
required.
Review of applications will begin immediately
and continue until the position is filled. Candidate applications should
include: (1) a resume; (2) a one- to two-page letter expressing interest
in and qualifications for this position; and (3) a list of three to five
professional references including each reference’s name, position,
address, phone numbers, and e-mail address. Mail or e-mail applications
to: Michael McNall, Director of Personnel, Monmouth College, 700 E.
Broadway, Monmouth, IL 61462 or E-mail address:
mike@monm.edu
(Note: Position was originally posted as
Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations.)
EOE/Nondiscrimination Statement
Senior Development Officer
(two positions -- posted 10/11/07)
Monmouth College, a private, nationally ranked liberal arts college in
Monmouth, Illinois, is significantly expanding its institutional
advancement program. The college has launched a search to hire two
Senior Development Officers. These positions report directly to the Vice
President for Development and College Relations and will join two senior
development officers who were hired recently.
Senior Development Officers travel regionally
and nationally to meet with alumni and friends of Monmouth College. They
share information about college developments, plans, and philanthropic
opportunities. They solicit annual, major, and planned gifts in support
of the college. Senior Development Officers are assigned a portfolio of
150 to 200 major gift prospects and several states/regions to travel.
Timely communication and follow-up with donors and prospective donors is
essential. Senior Development Officers may be assigned additional
projects and duties by the Vice President for Development and College
Relations.
Applicants must have:
* A minimum of a bachelor’s degree and three
years experience in philanthropic development, communications, sales,
marketing, or a related field
* Ability to develop good relationships with
donors and professional colleagues
* Excellent interpersonal, writing, and speaking
skills
* Availability, willingness, and commitment to
travel at least one-third of their time (e.g., an average of one full
work week every three weeks)
* A strong work ethic and attentiveness to
detail
Review of applications will begin immediately
and continue until the positions are filled. Candidate applications
should include: (1) a resume; (2) a one- to two-page letter expressing
interest in and qualifications for this position; and (3) a list of
three to five professional references including each reference’s name,
position, address, phone numbers, and e-mail address. Mail or e-mail
applications to: Michael McNall, Director of Personnel, Monmouth
College, 700 E. Broadway, Monmouth, IL 61462 or E-mail address: mike@monm.edu
EOE/Nondiscrimination Statement
