Director of Development- Fine & Performing Arts and Humanities

Posting Number: S15889P

Working Title:

Director of Development
- Fine & Performing Arts and Humanities

Department:
Franklin-Deans Dev & Alumni

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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:
Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of the University of Georgia's learning environment, advancing new knowledge, research, scholarship and creative output by faculty, students, and staff in more than 80-degree programs across 40+ units.

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Posting Type:
External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time:
Full Time

Work Schedule:

M-F; 8-5; some evenings and weekends required. The position is an exempt position and not eligible for overtime or comp time based on the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Advertised Salary:
Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date: 10/09/2026

Open until filled:
Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 11/15/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please provide 3 references with contact information. This list can be uploaded along with your applicant documents.

Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area

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Classification

Title:

Major Gifts Officer III

FLSA:
Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Position Summary:

The Director of Development for the Fine & Performing Arts and Humanities is responsible for increasing philanthropic support for the assigned Franklin College divisions, through direct portfolio management and through leading the work of the Franklin Associate Director of Development reporting to this position. This position serves as a member of the Franklin Development & Alumni Relations leadership team, collaborating across departmental lines and within University Development, to align priorities and maintain a donor- centered approach to fundraising.

• Exemplary communications skills (both written and verbal)
• Highly developed organizational and leadership skills
• Demonstrates a commitment to outstanding customer service
• Demonstrated computer competency and knowledgeable of Word, database management, and email skills
• Exhibits behavior that supports the mission, vision and values of the University of Georgia
• Communicates and employs interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct

• Working at computer/desk for periods of time, some minor lifting,…