Corporate and Foundation Relations Officer - Wilkes University

Wilkes University invites applicants for a Corporate & Foundation Relations Officer position in the Office of Advancement, which encompasses Development and Alumni & Constituent Engagement. The position reports to the Director of Development. This position will play a critical role in helping the Advancement team as part of the University's upcoming comprehensive campaign. You can learn more about the university's alumni community by clicking here.

The successful candidate is responsible for researching grant opportunities and submitting proposals to corporations and foundations in support of the University. Establishing meaningful relationships on behalf of the University in the business community and beyond will be essential in this role. This position requires strong research and writing skills, a broad knowledge of fundraising, and exceptional interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will travel on behalf of the University as required and conduct in-person visits with current and potential grantors. A bachelor's degree is required. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of securing grants and demonstrate a commitment to the mission of Wilkes University, adhering to necessary deadlines. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Wilkes University is an independent, comprehensive university dedicated to academic excellence in the liberal arts, sciences, and selected professional programs. The University has approximately 2,350 students at the undergraduate level and over 1,350 full-time equivalent students at the graduate and first professional levels.

Its institutional focus is on developing strong mentoring relationships with each of its students and contributing vitally to economic development of Northeastern Pennsylvania. The University is located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, a revitalized city that is located on the lovely Susquehanna River and is within two and one-half hours driving distance of New York City and Philadelphia.

To apply, visit https://wilkesuniversitycareers.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Please be sure to include a cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, and three references.

Wilkes University is constantly seeking to become a more diverse community and to enhance its capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. The University strongly encourages applications from persons with diverse backgrounds. Wilkes University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.