Director of Development

Posting Details

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

Position Information


Business Title
Director of Development


Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public


Special Instructions to Applicants


DEPARTMENT WILL BE FILLING UP TO 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
2016474T


Department Summary


The Director of Development serves as a senior fundraising professional and major gift officer for Ohio University and designated colleges, units, regional campuses, and/or strategic initiatives. The Director provides leadership for designated projects, programs, or initiatives and is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors capable of making gifts of $25,000 or more. Through strategic outreach, travel, and personalized engagement, the Director develops and maintains strong relationships with alumni, parents, friends, foundations, corporations, and other key stakeholders to secure vital resources that support Ohio University's mission, strategic priorities, and long-term growth.

Working collaboratively with academic leadership, advancement colleagues, and campus partners, the Director designs and implements comprehensive fundraising strategies for assigned units, programs, markets, and university-wide initiatives. The position partners closely with Major Giving, Gift Planning, Annual Giving, Corporate and Foundation Relations, and other Advancement teams to align donor interests with institutional priorities and maximize philanthropic impact. The Director serves as a trusted advisor and fundraising strategist and helps identify, develop, and advance philanthropic opportunities that support both unit-specific needs and broader university priorities, contributing to Ohio University's overall fundraising success.

The Director manages a portfolio of major and principal gift prospects, developing and executing individualized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans to advance donors through the giving cycle. The position contributes significantly to fundraising performance by preparing compelling proposals, coordinating engagement strategies, and leading efforts to secure transformational support. The Director serves as a subject matter expert and strategic partner on complex fundraising initiatives, frequently collaborating across the university, influencing decision-making, and representing Advancement with internal and external stakeholders.

Position Profile


Works collaboratively to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward principal gifts from critical, high profile prospects/donors that will enhance university-wide priorities. Designs and implements strategic fundraising plans through collaboration for academic units, regional campuses and complex markets. Manages constituency programs. 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


Regularly serves as a technical leader, expert, or program manager for complex functions or initiatives that require deep subject-matter knowledge. Significantly impacts the department by directly contributing to its performance and success.

Supervisory Responsibilities


Provides leadership to projects or initiatives. May have a limited number of direct reports.

Fiscal Responsibilities


May be responsible for budget for projects or initiatives.

Problem Solving


Leads problem-solving efforts across various challenges.

Independence of Action


Operates with high autonomy and is trusted to make decisions.

Communication and Collaboration


Frequently collaborates cross-functionally and represents the team in meetings with internal and external stakeholders. Influences decision-making.

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 8 or more years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Department
Development


Pay Rate


Target hiring range for this role is $68,299 to $80,252 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
19


Pay Range
$68,299.00-$117,127.00


FLSA Status
Exempt


Job Category
Administrative at-will appointment


Employment Type
full-time regular


Job Family
Development & Inst. Advancement


Job Sub Family
Major Gifts


Job Level
IC4


Job Open Date
08/13/2026


Posting End Date
08/31/2026


Planning Unit
Vice President for University Advancement


Work Schedule


M-F, 8:00A - 5:00P, ATHENS or Dublin. Potential hybrid work available after consideration from supervisor.

Months
12 month


Campus
Athens, Dublin


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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