Development Coordinator

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the 'Posting End Date' shown below.

Position Information


Business Title
Development Coordinator


Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public


Special Instructions to Applicants

Department is hiring up to two (2) positions.

To apply, please complete and submit the online application and be prepared to attach 3 separate documents: current resume, cover Letter, and a list of 3 professional references with current contact information, including email addresses. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m. EST on the close date.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.


Posting Number
2016504T


Job Description Summary

Department Summary


The Development Coordinator provides high-level administrative, project, and prospect management support to Ohio University's frontline development team. Reporting to the Executive Director of Development, the position supports the major gift team by coordinating donor engagement and fundraising activity, managing prospect information and follow-up, preparing development officers and university leaders for donor meetings, and helping ensure priorities and next steps move forward effectively.

The Development Coordinator plays an active role in prospect and portfolio management by preparing reports, tracking activity and next steps, maintaining accurate information in the University's donor CRM, and identifying gaps and opportunities for donor engagement and stewardship. The position coordinates donor and prospect meetings, including scheduling, background research, agendas, briefing materials, meeting preparation, and follow-up, and prepares materials for engagements involving deans, academic leaders, the President, Provost, Vice President for Advancement, and other university leaders.

The position also coordinates calendars, meetings, travel, itineraries, donor communications, acknowledgments, stewardship activities, select development events, and other administrative and project needs of the frontline fundraising team. The Development Coordinator participates in internal meetings, documents decisions and action items, and helps coordinate follow-through on team priorities and projects.

Working collaboratively with development officers, academic and university leaders, central Advancement colleagues, alumni, donors, and other constituents, the Development Coordinator serves as an important liaison across teams and proactively identifies opportunities to improve workflows, communication, and processes that strengthen the efficiency and effectiveness of frontline fundraising. The successful candidate is highly organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing priorities while anticipating needs and adapting to changing departmental priorities.

Position Profile


Identifies sources of funding. Directs the management of individual giving programs, trusts, estates, gift planning, corporate and foundation relations, prospect research and donor relations and stewardship. Cultivates relationships with alumni, donors, foundations, and corporations to support the University's mission. Ensures the University has the resources necessary for growth and engages the community to advance its long-term goals.

Level Summary


Provides professional expertise to the University community. Serves as a resource and guide to others in the department and/or university. Completes operational tasks essential for the daily functioning of the University. Additionally, contributes to larger projects or initiatives that align with department or University goals, often collaborating across teams.

Supervisory Responsibilities


May assist in mentoring or training new employees.

Fiscal Responsibilities


No budgetary responsibility. May be responsible for validating transactions.

Problem Solving


Handles a variety of problems with some independence.

Independence of Action


Some supervision; able to work independently on routine tasks.

Communication and Collaboration


Collaborates with team members and shares knowledge.

Physical Requirements


This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.

Minimum Qualifications


Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3-5 years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications


Experience working with major giving teams and/or project management.

Department
Development


Pay Rate


Target hiring range for this role is $44,592 to $59,085 and the final offer will be commensurate with the candidate's education and experience in relation to the minimum qualifications for the position.

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Pay Grade
16


Pay Range
$44,592.00-$74,196.00


FLSA Status
Exempt


Job Category
Administrative at-will appointment


Employment Type
full-time regular


Job Family
Development & Inst. Advancement


Job Sub Family
Development


Job Level
IC2


Job Open Date
09/04/2026


Posting End Date
09/27/2026


Planning Unit
Vice President for University Advancement


Work Schedule


This position works year-round and is typically expected to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Some after hours may be required. Flexplace and flextime arrangements may be available for this position.

Positions could work from Dublin or Athens depending on supervisory requirements.

Months
12 month


Campus
Athens, Ohio, Dublin, Ohio


Expected hours worked per week
40.00


Expected duration of assignment

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Bo Richardson, View email address on click.appcast.io View phone number on click.appcast.io


Non-Discrimination Statement


Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

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