27 director of development jobs found in Mount Pleasant, MI

DIRECTOR / STUDENT INVOLVEMENT Position Number: S-3898 Position Summary: Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Student Affairs, the Director of Student Activities and Involvement ( SAI ) provides oversight for the administrative leadership, fiscal management, and strategic planning of the department. The Director is adept in aligning SAI priorities with institutional goals related to student engagement, holistic development and wellness, community building, and achieving learning outcomes among registered student organization ( RSO ), fraternity and sorority, and campus program student leaders. The Director leads a dynamic team of professional and student staff using a humanistic approach, fostering a culture of trust, collaboration, and innovation throughout the unit, ensuring that students feel supported, empowered, and connected to the broader mission of student success. The Director works with students and staff to ensure the development of high-quality...

VISUAL MEDIA DESIGNER Position Number: S-3894 Position Summary: The visual media designer is a storyteller with a creative mind, innovative ideas, enthusiasm and high energy. As part of the University Marketing and Communications visual media team, they will design high-impact visuals to help tell CMU’s story. This person has a deep curiosity to learn and stay current on the latest trends to communicate messages and successfully engage with multiple audiences in measurable ways. They will provide strong conceptual and strategic thinking skills, superior technical design skills, and an understanding of how typography, color, photography, and animation support communication goals. This position is also responsible for designing innovative and successful campaigns across multiple mediums including print, web, mobile, etc. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in graphic design, art, or a related field or a combination of education and experience...

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR / ALUMNI & CONSTITUENT ENGAGEMENT Position Number: S-3895 Position Summary: Reporting to the director of alumni engagement, the associate director of alumni and constituent engagement is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing events led by both Alumni and Advancement, which includes managing event logistics, budget, communications planning, and engagement outreach. This position provides ongoing logistic and operational support to Advancement and Alumni volunteer boards, the broader Advancement team, and campus partners. Additionally, this position provides resources and strategies to ensure successful and meaningful alumni, volunteer, and constituent engagement. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. Three years of experience, preferably in student programming, alumni relations, public relations, event management, hospitality services, or a related field. Demonstrated experience working with volunteers. Possession of a...

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR / MILITARY & VETERAN RELATIONS Position Number: S-3891 Position Summary: The assistant director of military and veteran relations supports strategic goals aligned to military personnel recruitment into CMU academic programs and is responsible for CMU’s physical presence on base at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. The assistant director will also provide support for CMU students enrolled in the Command and General Staff College ( CSGC ) program and online students located on base. This position will actively participate in outreach and engagement initiatives, including travel, aimed at forming partnerships, bolstering military recruitment, and creating awareness of CMU educational opportunities for personal and professional growth. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. Three years experience related to the responsibilities of the position. Demonstrated experience initiating outreach for purposes of promotion and cultivating relationships...

FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER / PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT Position Number: S-3893 Position Summary: The family nurse practitioner ( FNP ) or physician assistant (PA) is responsible for direct patient care and other administrative duties as designated by the dean or his/her designee. The faculty-appointed medical director provides the overall direction for all patient care activities. FNP or PA duties include, but are not limited to, providing medical services to patients, inclusive of all functions necessary to provide quality medical care, serving as an educational preceptor for the clinical staff, responding to questions/consultations of the staff, following medical protocols, providing handouts and clinical standards, and assisting in expanding the competencies of the clinical staff. Required Qualifications: Graduate degree from of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant educational program. American Academy of Nurse Practitioners ( AANP ) or American...

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR / CHIPPEWA ATHLETIC FUND Position Number: S-3883 Position Summary: The primary responsibilities of this position are to contribute to the fiscal year annual fundraising goals of the Chippewa Athletic Fund ( CAF ) and to build and maintain quality relationships with donors, alumni, head coaches and community members. These goals are met through various annual fundraising initiatives, events and one on one interactions. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. At least one year of experience in sales, fundraising, or a related field. Strong interpersonal, communication, and writing skills. Proven track record of achieving fundraising/sales goals. Familiarity with CRM Databases Preferred Qualifications: Experience in fundraising at the collegiate level. Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations to ensure institutional compliance with athletics development initiatives. Proficiency with Microsoft Office. Ability to work with highly sensitive...

DIRECTOR / INSTRUCTIONAL DEVELOPMENT Position Number: S-3890 Position Summary: Provides visionary, collaborative, and coordinated leadership for creating and implementing multi-modality instructional, pedagogical, and learning design practices across the curriculum. Continually develops CMU’s culture of teaching and learning by cultivating partnerships with CMU instructors to enhance the knowledge, skills, and techniques needed to effectively maximize student learning and success. Collaborates with other university constituents to align resources to ensure a high-quality learning environment and related support strategies. Manages and reports on data relevant to instructional design and development. Supervises the Instructional Design, Teaching and Learning Consultant, and Learning Media Productions staff. Reports directly to the Executive Director/Curriculum and Instructional Support. Required Qualifications: Master’s degree from an accredited...

PROSPECT RESEARCH STRATEGIST Position Number: S-3887 Position Summary: Supports the fundraising efforts of the university by carrying out proactive and reactive prospect research on individuals, corporations, and foundations. Works collaboratively with the director of advancement services, the director of corporate and foundation relations, the vice president of advancement, and the development officers to develop strategies for individuals, corporations, and philanthropic foundations. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. Two years of related experience. Computer experience, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Excellent analytical and organizational skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated positive interpersonal skills. Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks. Organization skills and attention to detail. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information. Ability to project a collegial...

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR / DONOR RELATIONS AND STEWARDSHIP Position Number: S-3882 Position Summary: The primary responsibilities of this position are to develop and manage donor relations and stewardship processes for the Chippewa Athletic Fund ( CAF ). This includes but is not limited to executing daily, monthly, and annual stewardship processes, gift transmittal and acknowledgement, database/data management, generating donation reports, and special event planning and execution. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and work experience that equates to at least four years. Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Team-oriented with a customer service mindset. Proven time management skills. Ability to meet deadlines and carry out multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to work evenings and/or weekends as needed. Proficiency with Microsoft e-mail, Excel, Word, and online applications. Preferred...

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR / EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH Position Number: S-3871 Position Summary: The Assistant Director for Educational Outreach is instrumental in promoting CMU Online programs and engaging prospective transfer students, with a primary focus on fostering relationships and outreach activities within K-12 school districts, ISDs, and community colleges. This role is pivotal in achieving departmental enrollment goals through exceptional customer service to students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include representing CMU Online at transfer events and fairs, meeting with prospective students to showcase program offerings, and conducting pre-transfer evaluations to facilitate seamless credit transfer. Collaborating closely with community college representatives and program leaders, the Assistant Director develops transfer guides and pathways to streamline the transfer process into both credit and non-credit professional development and...

DIRECTOR / CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE Position Number: S-3876 Position Summary: The director of civil rights compliance reports to the assistant to the president for institutional equity and compliance. The director serves as a deputy title IX coordinator and the University’s ADA coordinator, assisting with all major duties of the title IX coordinator, including managing the day-to-day responsibilities under university policies related to civil rights, Title IX, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and equal opportunity. This position oversees the scheduling and development of education and training curriculum provided by CMU’s Office of Civil Rights and Institutional Equity ( OCRIE ) to students, faculty, and staff, prepares required compliance documents, reviews and updates plans and policies related to civil rights obligations, and assists in the review and implementation of the University’s equal opportunity plans and related policies....

ASSOCIATE DEAN/HEALTH PROFESSIONS Position Number: S-3880 Position Summary: The Associate Dean reports to the College Dean and works with Department/School Chairpersons, Program Directors, and other members of the College Leadership Team. The Associate Dean deals directly with individual members of the College, including faculty, staff, and students, as the occasion warrants. The Associate Dean serves as a Senior Officer of Central Michigan University and as the chief academic officer of the College in the absence of the Dean. The Associate Dean provides support to the Dean in areas such as, but not necessarily limited to: curriculum; faculty workload and workflow approvals; faculty evaluations; budgeting; planning; program development; program review, accreditation and compliance; space allocation and remodeling; faculty reappointment, tenure, and promotion actions; faculty development; recruiting of new faculty and staff; enrollment management; facilitating of...

Police Officer Position Number: S-3863 Position Summary This is a sworn law enforcement position that involves protecting life and property through enforcement of laws, ordinances, and policy. Work involves responding to emergency and non-emergency police calls for service, responsibility for performing assigned police work of varying difficulty utilizing community oriented/problem solving techniques which include community engagement, resource development, the enforcement of laws and ordinances, crime prevention, detection and investigation, apprehension of violators, preservation of order, and related police functions. Required Qualifications Associates degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Current MCOLES certification or certifiable pending academy graduation Possession of a valid driver's license Possession of the physical capabilities necessary to perform the duties of the position Ability to successfully complete training to become a...

Philosophy Lecturer Posting Number: F-1036 College/Unit: College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Home Department: Department of Philosophy, Anthropology, and Religion Employee Group: Fixed-Term Faculty - Academic Year Employment Status: Full-Time Position Type: 9 month (Academic Year) Position Classification: Fixed-Term Faculty Position Begin Date: 08/24/2026 Position End Date: Position Summary: The Department of Philosophy, Anthropology, and Religion at Central Michigan University invites applications for a fixed-term faculty position in Philosophy to begin August 2026. The teaching load is 4 courses per semester, and will consist primarily of sections of Contemporary Moral Problems and Introduction to Philosophy, to be taught in-person on our campus in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. Sufficient competence in business ethics to teach an existing online business ethics course is also desirable. Preference among otherwise outstanding candidates may be...

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR / CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER Position Number: S-3847 Position Summary: This position is responsible for all aspects of coordinating, planning, and developing a comprehensive array of career development resources for students at Central Michigan University and is responsible for marketing the resources to students, employers, and faculty from their assigned colleges and departments. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. Two years of experience related to the duties and responsibilities of this position or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Experience with website, mobile applications and virtual environments for job search, resume constructions, interview preparation online networking and recruiting systems. Evidence of strong interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively with multiple internal and external constituencies, diverse populations and differing perspectives. Strong...

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR / CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER / EMPLOYER RELATIONS Position Number: S-3857 Position Summary: Assists with program activities that support employer, faculty and student career relationships. Creates and develops department marketing activities on and off campus, to engage with employers. Maintains existing employer relationships and cultivates new partnerships. Coordinates job development activities/events. Serves as liaison to the College of Business Administration for various programs and employer introducti Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. Two years of directly related professional experience. Evidence of strong interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively with multiple internal and external constituencies, a broad range of students and employers, and differing perspectives one may encounter in a wide range of work settings. Strong verbal and written communication, coaching, social media and marketing skills....

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR / ADMISSIONS Position Number: S-3839 Position Summary: The Assistant Director of Admissions is responsible for recruiting students to and the promotion and marketing of Central Michigan University within the continental United States in a defined travel territory. Travel includes attending college fairs, professional conferences, community-partnership events, and alumni activities. This position acts as a liaison between the University and high school and community college officials, providing academic, career, and admissions advice to prospective students, representing the University at numerous public speaking engagements, and assisting in the daily operation of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. This position also represents international, graduate, and global admissions as needed. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree. One year of experience; preferably in marketing, sales, public relations, higher education, or...