Director of Development

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S14538P Working Title Director of Development Department PSO-VP Public Serv & Outreach About the University of Georgia

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The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant institution, is an international leader in outreach programming and statewide engagement. As part of UGA's outreach mission, the division of Public Service and Outreach (PSO) works to help create jobs and prosperity, develop the state's leaders, and solve critical statewide challenges. More information can be found at: .

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Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

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Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 12/22/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 03/01/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement

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Position Information

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

Strong network of professional and community ties in philanthropy. Experience working with a board of advisors or volunteers.

Position Summary

The Director of Development is responsible for advancing the fundraising goals of the State Botanical Garden of Georgia, a unit within the Public Service and Outreach Division (PSO), by developing and executing strategic fundraising plans and initiatives, cultivating meaningful relationships with prospects and donors, and securing major gifts. The Director of Development is responsible for meeting established objectives and performance metrics that are set annually, including donor meetings, proposal submissions, collaborations, discovering goals, and overall fundraising goals.

This position is also responsible for coordinating with UGA Foundation Relations and Office of Business Engagement to develop proposals for philanthropic grants and foundation opportunities. This position supervises the Development & Stewardship Coordinator. The Director of Development is a key member of the development team within the Office of the Vice President for Public Service and Outreach and will work closely with the director of the supported PSO unit.

This position reports to the Senior Director of Development for Public Service and Outreach.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Progressively responsible fundraising or related experience, including work in all functional areas of development.
• Proven experience in successful major gift solicitations and a track record of developing and successfully executing strategic fundraising…