Regional Director of Development

Regional Director of Development Posting Details

• Posting Number S15777P
• Working Title Regional Director of Development
• Department DAR-Regional Development
• 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 https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). 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 20 public 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.

The Division of Development and Alumni Relations at the University of Georgia advances the goals, objectives, and priorities of the university by generating private financial support, building, and maintaining relationships with alumni and donors, and assisting students with career development opportunities.

The Regional Development team builds and maintains relationships with alumni and friends to raise leadership and major gifts for the University of Georgia. The Regional Directors build a culture of philanthropy in regions across the country while strengthening affinity for UGA. Through frequent travel to assigned cities, this team provides strategic direction and leadership for alumni and friends as they make philanthropic and volunteer decisions.

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External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP

Employee

Eligible Full/Part time Full Time

8:00am–5:00pm;
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends may be necessary to meet business needs

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

09/18/2026

Yes

Proposed Starting Date 12/01/2026

• This position is structured as a permanent position within the Division of Development & Alumni Relations. We are unable to sponsor a work visa for this position.
• It is preferred that the incumbent reside in Metro Atlanta. The position’s primary fundraising responsibilities will focus on the Atlanta metropolitan area, while also supporting donor cultivation and fundraising efforts throughout the state of Georgia and other assigned territories as needed.

Athens Area

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