Director of Development

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North Carolina A&T State University is hiring a Director of Development. The role involves developing and implementing qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for major gift prospects, including individuals, corporations, and foundations. The Director manages assigned fundraising projects and identifies new prospects to expand university funding and relationships.

Highlights

Develop and execute strategies for major gift fundraising and donor stewardship.

Identify and qualify new fundraising prospects from individuals, corporations, and foundations.

Manage assigned fundraising projects within the university advancement division.

Required bachelor’s degree with related experience; preferred master’s degree and seven or more years of relevant fundraising experience.

Experience in higher education or non-profit fundraising, sales, or related fields is necessary.

Strong skills in securing major gifts, including financial advising, estate planning, and sales.

Recruitment salary range from $80,000 to $98,307, permanent full-time exempt position.

Position reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Development within the Vice Chancellor for University Advancement division.

Willingness to travel and work weekends as required.

Employee benefits include health plans, retirement options, paid leave, and various employee discounts.

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You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
Community Service Leave
Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
12 Paid Holidays
Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Campus Recreation Center Discount
University Bookstore Discount
and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type	EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position	This position is responsible for the qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies for an assigned group of prospects, including individuals and corporations/foundations, with a focus on major gift activity; identification and qualification of new prospects; and managing assigned fundraising projects.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit	The mission of the division is to expand the University’s relationship within the community for the purposes of increasing both the financial and Human Resources of the University. To provide operating structure and central administrative support for the Vice Chancellor and the departmental units.
Minimum Requirements	Minimum of a bachelor’s degree required with related experience. Experience in higher education fundraising, non-profit fundraising, sales or other relevant experience required. Ability to work independently and in teams, meet high goals and interact effectively with alumni, friends, faculty and staff in a comprehensive research university setting. Willingness to travel and work weekends.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	Master’s degree. Seven years or more of related experience. Skills and experience relevant to securing major gifts, which can include front line fundraising, financial advising, and estate planning, and sales A strategic, entrepreneurial, and innovative approach to fundraising A knowledge of contemporary philanthropy and the vehicles available to individuals to achieve their philanthropic goals A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and collaboratively The capacity to communicate with a wide variety of individuals and inspire them to support programming in a broad range of University programs An understanding of complex, comprehensive institutions and an appreciation for and understanding of diverse audiences and communities.
Required License or Certification	n/a
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

Position Information

Working Title	Director of Development
Position Number	009911
Recruitment Salary Range	$80,000 - $98,307
FLSA	Exempt
Appointment Type	Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track	No
FTE
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division	Assoc VC for Development
Organizational Location	VC for University Advancement
Organizational Unit	Assoc VC for Development

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	EPA3122
Open Date	07/10/2026
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled	08/14/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search	08/14/2026
Date Position Available	09/01/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant	You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more; Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount and more This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
Quick Link	https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/40815

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

What experience have you had in private and public fundraising?
(Open Ended Question)
If you indicated you learned of this employment opportunity from an “Other” source please advise where you learned of the position:
(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter
Letter of Reference 1
Letter of Reference 2
Letter of Reference 3
Copy of Education Transcripts

Optional Documents

Other Document

Contact Division of Human Resources
Phone: (336) 334-7862
Fax: (336) 285-2799
Email: [email protected]

1806 E. Market Street, Suite 401, Greensboro, NC 27401

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Director of Development Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
Community Service Leave
Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
12 Paid Holidays
Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Campus Recreation Center Discount
University Bookstore Discount
and more

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type	EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position	This position is responsible for the qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies for an assigned group of prospects, including individuals and corporations/foundations, with a focus on major gift activity; identification and qualification of new prospects; and managing assigned fundraising projects.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit	The mission of the division is to expand the University’s relationship within the community for the purposes of increasing both the financial and Human Resources of the University. To provide operating structure and central administrative support for the Vice Chancellor and the departmental units.
Minimum Requirements	Minimum of a bachelor’s degree required with related experience. Experience in higher education fundraising, non-profit fundraising, sales or other relevant experience required. Ability to work independently and in teams, meet high goals and interact effectively with alumni, friends, faculty and staff in a comprehensive research university setting. Willingness to travel and work weekends.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	Master’s degree. Seven years or more of related experience. Skills and experience relevant to securing major gifts, which can include front line fundraising, financial advising, and estate planning, and sales A strategic, entrepreneurial, and innovative approach to fundraising A knowledge of contemporary philanthropy and the vehicles available to individuals to achieve their philanthropic goals A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and collaboratively The capacity to communicate with a wide variety of individuals and inspire them to support programming in a broad range of University programs An understanding of complex, comprehensive institutions and an appreciation for and understanding of diverse audiences and communities.
Required License or Certification	n/a
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

Position Information

Working Title	Director of Development
Position Number	009911
Recruitment Salary Range	$80,000 - $98,307
FLSA	Exempt
Appointment Type	Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track	No
FTE
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division	Assoc VC for Development
Organizational Location	VC for University Advancement
Organizational Unit	Assoc VC for Development

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	EPA3122
Open Date	07/10/2026
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled	08/14/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search	08/14/2026
Date Position Available	09/01/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant	You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more; Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount and more This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
Quick Link	https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/40815

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

What experience have you had in private and public fundraising?
(Open Ended Question)
If you indicated you learned of this employment opportunity from an “Other” source please advise where you learned of the position:
(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter
Letter of Reference 1
Letter of Reference 2
Letter of Reference 3
Copy of Education Transcripts

Optional Documents

Other Document

Contact Division of Human Resources
Phone: (336) 334-7862
Fax: (336) 285-2799
Email: hr@ncat.edu

1806 E. Market Street, Suite 401, Greensboro, NC 27401

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Director of Development

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