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Assistant Director of Development

University of Georgia

Athens, GA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Alumni Relations, Background Investigation, Behavioral Health, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Community Support, Corporate Planning, Customer Support/Service, Data Collection, Detail Oriented, Developmental Disabilities, Digital Media, Direct Mail, Donor Development, Endowments, Establish Priorities, Finance, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Fundraising, Higher Education, Leadership, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Management Strategy, Marketing Communications, Multitasking, Project/Program Management, Property Management, Proposal Writing, Residential Real Estate, Retirement Plan, Return on Investment (ROI), Sales Prospecting, Scholarship, Social Media, Stewardship, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Athens, GA
POSTED
6 days ago
Posting Details

Posting Details
Posting Number
S15124P

Working Title
Assistant Director of Development

Department
FACS-External Relations

About the University of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (. The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type
External

Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP

Employment Type
Employee

Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time
Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information
Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm typically

Advertised Salary
$60,000

Posting Date
05/11/2026

Open until filled
No

Closing Date
05/19/2026

Proposed Starting Date
07/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy
Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information
Classification Title
Annual Giving Officer I

FLSA
Exempt

FTE
1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong Communication and Relationship-Building Skills.
  • Experience in Fundraising or Annual Giving.

Position Summary
The Assistant Director of Development at the College of Family and Consumer Sciences within the University of Georgia, engages alumni, donors, and other members of the community in philanthropic support of the college. This individual will report directly to the Senior Director of Development and Alumni Relations for the college. This position will conduct consistent and meaningful qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship interactions with prospects and donors, as well as participate in alumni and donor engagement activities within the college. This position will act as a collaborator internally with the College of Family and Consumer Sciences and individually across campus. This individual will position donors in the best interest of the institution at large. This frontline fundraising professional will actively manage a prospect portfolio, identify and qualify new prospects, make discovery calls, and build a pool of new prospects and past donors through face-to-face and digital meetings, phone calls, and written communication. Emphasis is to be placed upon soliciting leadership annual gifts ($1,500-$49,999), with the intention of assisting in the development of a robust pipeline for major gift support for the college.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
  • Willingness to work with varied constituencies including, alumni, donors, parents, students, faculty, staff, and retirees.
  • High energy, flexible, hardworking self-starter who excels at prioritizing and multi-tasking.
  • Work independently, as well as collaboratively.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously inquisitive nature, detailed oriented, and a willingness to learn new things.
  • Effective communication and customer service skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to clearly articulate the philanthropic goals and mission of the college with clarity and impact.
  • Demonstrated capacity to discern and align with donor interests to foster meaningful engagement.
  • Proficient in soliciting and incorporating feedback to strengthen alumni and donor relationships.
  • Appreciation of philanthropy and the college's mission.

Physical Demands
  • Standard office environment.
  • Lift and carry up to 25 pounds, both assisted and unassisted.
  • Driving as needed to perform job related tasks.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?
Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?
Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
No

Does this position require a P-Card?
No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
Yes

Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Giving Program Manager
  • Develop and manage a portfolio of prospects/donors who are alumni, friends, parents, through identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship (monetary annual goals will be established).
  • Conduct an average of 12-15 face-to-face or meetings per month (130+ annually).
  • Leverage telephone, email, and digital/social media outreach to solicit gifts.
  • Travel, as appropriate, to develop and strengthen donor relationships.
  • Solicit and close gifts (emphasis on $1,500+) that benefit UGA FACS priorities, including preparation of proposals and materials.
  • Maintain active management strategies for all portfolio prospects, ensuring thorough and accurate recording of reports on all meetings and meaningful interactions.
  • Responsible for attaining, renewing, accruing, and upgrading donors year after year.
  • Ask to solicit for scholarships and endowments in addition to leadership and annual giving asks.
  • Report on FACS Annual Giving numbers monthly.
  • Responsible for achieving all annual fundraising and performance goals and for allocating and prioritizing time and resources to achieve the greatest return on investment.



Percentage of time
55

Duties/Responsibilities
Liaison to Central Giving Office
  • Serve as Liaison to the University of Georgia's Central Giving Office, acting as a representative of the College of Family and Consumer Sciences.
  • Work in collaboration with the Central Annual Giving Office on cornerstone projects within the University, as well as projects specifically related to the College of Family and Consumer Sciences.
  • Develop and oversee annual giving appeals (direct mail / phone / electronic) for the College of Family and Consumer Sciences.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact of the college with Central Annual Giving, Parent Giving, and Development Officer team.



Percentage of time
20

Duties/Responsibilities
Alumni Relations and Development
  • Attend monthly development meetings and participate in continuing education events as offered and deemed relevant.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact of the college development office with the Financial Planning Corporate Partner program, the Residential Property Management board and the Georgia Soft Goods Education Board.
  • Participate in a range of events on/off campus and strategically engage prospects, including alumni events, campus visits, dedications, stewardship and recognition events and more.
  • Attend division, development and FACS DAR staff meetings and scheduled individual strategy meetings.



Percentage of time
15

Duties/Responsibilities
College Liaison
  • Serve as the primary point of contact to develop priorities and annual giving fundraising plans around the College's respective departments, Office of Student Success and Advising and the Ralston Institute for Developmental Disabilities and Behavioral Health.
  • Collaborate internally at the College level with Development and Alumni staff, Finance and Human Relations staff, Marketing & Communications staff, Student Success staff, and others.
  • Create collaborative partnerships with department heads, faculty/staff, development and annual giving colleagues across campus to build effective fundraising strategies and maximize donor potential.



Percentage of time
5

Duties/Responsibilities
  • Perform other duties as assigned to include, but not limited to: Completing special projects and initiatives, collecting and presenting data, staffing FACS DAR-related events, cultivating and stewarding prospects not originally assigned.


Percentage of time
5

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