ASO DIR, Development

🇺🇸 Gainesville, FL 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $65K - $75K 💻 Development & Advancement 🗓️ March 10th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Florida is hiring an Associate Director of Development to lead a major gift fundraising effort supporting the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The role involves building and managing a portfolio of major donors, strategizing and executing gift solicitations, collaborating closely with college leadership and faculty, and developing communication plans to engage supporters and advance philanthropic goals.

Highlights

Manage a portfolio focused on soliciting major gifts of $100,000+ and achieve annual fundraising targets of $750,000-$1 million within 36 months.
Conduct 140-160 personal donor visits and 10-15 large gift solicitations annually, including travel to strategic regions.
Develop and implement strategies for donor identification, relationship management, solicitation, and stewardship in collaboration with college faculty and administration.
Create and execute communication and engagement plans to keep prospects informed and connected to the college's mission and funding priorities.
Write proposals and concept papers to inspire donor generosity and support college initiatives.
Maintain office systems, records, and confidential donor information ethically and efficiently.
Salary range is $65,000 - $75,000 plus competitive benefits including health, retirement, paid time off, and professional development.
Master’s degree with 1 year of relevant experience or bachelor’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience required.
Preferred experience includes fundraising or development in a university/nonprofit environment, knowledge of fundraising principles, prospect management, and proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office, and donor database systems.
Ability and willingness to travel; valid driver’s license and good driving record are essential.