Associate Director,Development Job San Marcos area,Texas USA,Non-Profit & Social Impact

Posting Number:

2027036

Posting/Functional

Title:

Associate Director, Development

University Pay Plan

Title:

Major Gift Officer

Location:

San Marcos

Department:

Development

Recruitment Type:

Open Recruiting

Job Type:

Full-Time

Funding Source:

Permanent

Monthly Salary:

Comm with exp

Job Category :

Exempt

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.:

1–3 years of fundraising experience, preferably within higher education or a similarly complex organization.
Proven success in soliciting and managing annual, leadership, or major gifts, or similar experience.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Bachelor’s degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in a research-rich or academic environment, with an understanding of the fundraising needs and strategies specific to this sector.
A proven track record of cultivating, soliciting, and closing gifts of $25,000 or more.
Strong knowledge of donor engagement strategies, including stewardship and relationship building.
Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and faculty to build comprehensive fundraising initiatives.

Job Description:

The Division of University Advancement at Texas State University fosters community and university traditions by increasing awareness and philanthropic support. Encompassing Fundraising, Donor Engagement, Advancement Services, and Alumni Engagement, the division collaborates with the entire campus to achieve these goals. The Associate Director of Development plays a crucial role in engaging current and future donors and building and nurturing relationships that support the university’s strategic fundraising objectives.

Job Duties:

Managing a portfolio of 85–150 prospects, with the ongoing identification and qualification of new prospects.
Progressing prospects through the full donor engagement cycle: identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
Conducting a designated number of contacts and meaningful interactions per year with prospects and donors to establish and deepen relationships.
Establishing new endowments and securing leadership and major gifts to support university initiatives.
Creating and facilitating opportunities for faculty, administrators, and deans to interact with potential donors and align their interests with university priorities.
Developing and presenting customized funding opportunities to prospective donors for targeted engagement and funding initiatives.
Ensuring a high-quality stewardship process for active donors, including maintaining detailed records of donor engagement and meeting reporting requirements.
Collaborating with university faculty, deans, and other key partners to develop fundraising strategies that support research and other specialized programs.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.

Additional Information to Applicants:

This position holder must have the ability to leverage approved generative AI tools to draft, edit, and summarize routine communications, while exercising professional judgment and adhering to university privacy and data security policies.
This position may involve optional participation in evening or weekend events that support departmental outreach and campus engagement; staff are invited, but not required, to take part in these activities in coordination with their supervisor.

Job Open Date:

09/25/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Normal Work Days:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start:

8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End:

5:00PM

Legal and Required Notices:

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or…