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Auburn University

Director of Development - Agriculture

🇺🇸 Auburn, AL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $80K - $144K

💻 Development & Advancement

🗓️ August 1st, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Auburn University is hiring a Director of Development - Agriculture. This role leads a team to secure transformative philanthropic gifts, working closely with donors, faculty, and administrators to support the College of Agriculture and the university's advancement. The Director drives fundraising strategy, builds key relationships, and oversees data integrity to ensure compliance and achievement of ambitious goals.

Highlights

  • Lead and motivate a team of fundraisers to meet fundraising goals.
  • Engage prospects, donors, corporations, foundations, faculty, and administrators to secure funding.
  • Maintain accurate records and audit data for reporting and compliance.
  • Build lasting philanthropic relationships and inspire a culture of giving.
  • Manage a personal portfolio of prospects and travel frequently for fundraising.
  • Collaborate closely with the Dean and volunteer groups to align fundraising efforts.
  • Develop compelling proposals and monitor operating budgets and team metrics.
  • Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of experience in fundraising, marketing, sales, or public relations.
  • Salary range from $80,180 to $144,330 annually.
  • Position reports jointly to the Assistant Vice President of Philanthropy and the Dean of the College of Agriculture and demands high autonomy and external focus.