Director of Development

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Athens, OH 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $68K - $117K 💻 Communications 🗓️ August 14th, 2026

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Ohio University is hiring a Director of Development responsible for leading major gift fundraising efforts. The role requires developing and implementing strategic fundraising plans, cultivating relationships with donors, and collaborating with internal teams to secure substantial gifts that support university priorities.

Highlights

Lead major gift fundraising for Ohio University and assigned units, focusing on gifts of $25,000 or more.
Design and execute strategic fundraising plans in partnership with academic leadership and advancement teams.
Manage a portfolio of major and principal gift prospects with personalized cultivation and solicitation.
Provide leadership on fundraising projects and initiatives, possibly supervising staff and managing related budgets.
Collaborate cross-functionally and represent Advancement within the university and externally.
Requires Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8 years of related professional experience or equivalent education.
Target salary range: $68,299 to $80,252, commensurate with education and experience; pay grade 19, exempt status.
Benefits include medical, vision, dental, life insurance, paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, retirement, and educational benefits.
Position reports to the Vice President for University Advancement, working with Development department.
Role primarily desk-based with occasional travel; full-time regular employment with standard business hours.