Development Officer, Annual Giving, UNLV Foundation - Development R0151743

Position Overview

Development Officer, Annual Giving – division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Key member of the Annual Giving team, focused on delivering a first‑class philanthropic experience for donors via personalized digital engagement. Will manage a portfolio of ~1,000 donors and prospects, meeting weekly, monthly, and annual goals.

• Execute high-volume, personalized outreach campaigns using digital tools (CRM, social media, video, phone, email).
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit gifts to support the Annual Giving program.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications, Alumni Relations, and Development to connect donors to meaningful engagement opportunities.
• Build a pipeline of future major‑gift prospects while meeting near‑term annual giving goals.
• Provide stewardship through appreciation, impact communication, and encouraging sustained support.
• Represent UNLV at campus and community events; occasional travel, evenings, or weekends may be required.
• Engage donors with a donor‑centric approach both in‑person and virtually.

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• 1–3 years of experience in a related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently or collaboratively.
• Excellent organizational, time‑management, and confidentiality handling.

• Experience in higher‑education advancement or fundraising.
• Experience with donor databases, CRM systems, or digital engagement tools.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in outreach, sales, or customer‑engagement environments.

Applicants must support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness, and align with UNLV’s campus values.

Competitive salary in line with similar positions at comparable institutions.

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
• Excellent health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits.
• No state income tax.
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education schools.
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.
• Employee recognition and wellness programming.
• Rebel Card discounts on‑ and off‑campus.
• Access to UNLV athletics ticket discounts.
• Various other perks and programs.

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, and other protected classes. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.