University of South Carolina
Director of Development, Corporate and Foundation Relations
🇺🇸 Columbia, SC
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $84K
💻 Development & Advancement
🗓️ January 12th, 2026
Blackbaud
CRM
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University of South Carolina is hiring a Director of Development, Corporate and Foundation Relations. This role manages a development program focused on securing corporate and foundation gifts of $100K and above, cultivates donor relationships, partners internally to identify and solicit prospects, and provides stewardship on gifts to support university priorities.
Highlights
- Manages a portfolio of corporate and foundation gift prospects with emphasis on $100K+ donations.
- Coordinates and documents donor relationships and activities using Blackbaud CRM.
- Solicits prospective donors including corporations, foundations, and individuals in collaboration with the Principal Gifts program and assigned colleges.
- Establishes donor pipeline and maintains timely documentation in Blackbaud CRM.
- Meets set solicitation and visit goals focused on top gift closures and stewardship visits.
- Collaborates with Senior Director, development directors, and Deans to align fundraising priorities.
- Requires bachelor's degree and 4+ years of related experience; experience in major gift/development in higher education preferred.
- Skills needed include effective communication, donor qualification, relationship building, and proficiency with databases and work processing.
- Starting salary is $83,615 with pay commensurate with qualifications.
- Supports university development division and participates in team activities and committee meetings.
Director of Development, Corporate and Foundation Relations Full Description
Director of Development, Corporate and Foundation Relations
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by February 16, 2026
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Logo |
Posting Number | STA00017PO26
Job Family | Alumni Relations and Development
Job Function | Development
USC Market Title | Director of Development
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132003
Job Level | P4 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Director of Development, Corporate and Foundation Relations
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Division of Development
Department | DEV Corporate & Fnd Relations
State Pay Band | 8
Approved Starting Salary | $83,615
Advertised Salary Range | $83,615 - commensurate with qualifications
Location of Vacancy | Columbia, SC **On-site**
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Alumni Development
Posting Number | STA00017PO26
Job Family | Alumni Relations and Development
Job Function | Development
USC Market Title | Director of Development
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132003
Job Level | P4 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) | Director of Development, Corporate and Foundation Relations
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | Division of Development
Department | DEV Corporate & Fnd Relations
State Pay Band | 8
Approved Starting Salary | $83,615
Advertised Salary Range | $83,615 - commensurate with qualifications
Location of Vacancy | Columbia, SC **On-site**
Part/Full Time | Full Time
Hours per Week | 37.5
Work Schedule | Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis | 12 months
Job Search Category | Alumni Development
About USC
About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement | The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
Veterans' Preference Statement | The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary | Under limited supervision, reporting to the Senior Director of Development (Senior Director) for Corporate and Foundation Philanthropy, the Director of Development will be responsible for the coordination and management of a comprehensive and ongoing development program for the University of South Carolina with emphasis on corporate and foundation gifts of $100K and above. Responsibilities include active engagement internally by working with university colleagues in cultivating Corporate and Foundation prospective donors. Partners with colleagues to identify, cultivate and complete proposals / solicitations from corporations and foundations. Proactively provides follow-up and stewardship on completed gifts. This position will be part of the University Development team and will operate within the system and procedures of UofSC Development to ensure consistent and well-coordinated activities.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
Preferred Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree and 4 years proven experience in major gift/development in higher education and/or hybrid development model. Previous campaign experience. Corporate and foundations/major gifts solicitation experience and graduate degree are preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Appropriate knowledge of principles and methods of planning and conducting a comprehensive corporate and foundation relations program. Track record of visiting and qualifying donors/prospects. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with faculty, alumni, donors, volunteers, businesses and the general public and cultivate gifts. Demonstrated ability in writing, oral and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to travel by the geographic location of donors/prospects, work evenings and weekends. Effective computer experience including database operation and work processing. Proven ability to develop relationships with leaders in a broad range of professions.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
Preferred Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree and 4 years proven experience in major gift/development in higher education and/or hybrid development model. Previous campaign experience. Corporate and foundations/major gifts solicitation experience and graduate degree are preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Appropriate knowledge of principles and methods of planning and conducting a comprehensive corporate and foundation relations program. Track record of visiting and qualifying donors/prospects. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with faculty, alumni, donors, volunteers, businesses and the general public and cultivate gifts. Demonstrated ability in writing, oral and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to travel by the geographic location of donors/prospects, work evenings and weekends. Effective computer experience including database operation and work processing. Proven ability to develop relationships with leaders in a broad range of professions.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Manages a portfolio of corporate and foundation gift prospects. Responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting a gift portfolio that benefits program priorities of the University. Uses Blackbaud CRM to coordinate and document all corporate and foundation relationships as well as any relevant assignment, cultivation, or solicitation information or pending opportunities.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25%Job Duty | Solicits prospective donors, including individuals, foundations, and corporations in coordination with central’s office Principal Gifts program and all assigned colleges/schools. Number of solicitations are set and established by the Senior Director with consultation with the Director of Development that include individual solicitation goals. All solicitations are documented within a Plan and Opportunity in Blackbaud CRM. Establish a donor pipeline by entering all opportunities in Blackbaud CRM. Adheres to Prospect Development policies and procedures.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20%Job Duty | Meets process performance goals set and established by the Senior Director with consultation with the Director of Development that includes individual goals. These goals include a set number of personal initial visits, and solicitations, with a focus on the Top 5 gift closures selected at the beginning of the fiscal year, and tracked via the Fundraiser Dashboard through timely documentation in Blackbaud CRM. Stewardship visits are strongly encouraged.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25%Job Duty | Actively works with the Senior Director of Development for Corporate and Foundation Philanthropy and the directors of development for each assigned college and their respective Deans to determine appropriate fundraising priorities and needs. Builds, manages and stewards a gift portfolio of corporations and/or foundations benefitting the University, particularly the colleges to which assigned.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 15%Job Duty | Serves as a member of the USC development team by collaborating with colleagues across disciplines on donor strategies. Files timely contact reports, maintains accurate records and provides updated information for electronic databases as appropriate. Serves on committees and attends staff meetings as required.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5%Job Duty | Accepts and implements other specific assignments as directed.
Essential Function | No
Percentage of Time | 5%Job Duty | In collaboration with Corporate and Foundation Philanthropy team members, develops an annual plan of work, including specific fundraising and stewardship strategies, prospect research and development. Prepares reports and other required information as requested.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5%
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25%Job Duty | Solicits prospective donors, including individuals, foundations, and corporations in coordination with central’s office Principal Gifts program and all assigned colleges/schools. Number of solicitations are set and established by the Senior Director with consultation with the Director of Development that include individual solicitation goals. All solicitations are documented within a Plan and Opportunity in Blackbaud CRM. Establish a donor pipeline by entering all opportunities in Blackbaud CRM. Adheres to Prospect Development policies and procedures.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20%Job Duty | Meets process performance goals set and established by the Senior Director with consultation with the Director of Development that includes individual goals. These goals include a set number of personal initial visits, and solicitations, with a focus on the Top 5 gift closures selected at the beginning of the fiscal year, and tracked via the Fundraiser Dashboard through timely documentation in Blackbaud CRM. Stewardship visits are strongly encouraged.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 25%Job Duty | Actively works with the Senior Director of Development for Corporate and Foundation Philanthropy and the directors of development for each assigned college and their respective Deans to determine appropriate fundraising priorities and needs. Builds, manages and stewards a gift portfolio of corporations and/or foundations benefitting the University, particularly the colleges to which assigned.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 15%Job Duty | Serves as a member of the USC development team by collaborating with colleagues across disciplines on donor strategies. Files timely contact reports, maintains accurate records and provides updated information for electronic databases as appropriate. Serves on committees and attends staff meetings as required.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5%Job Duty | Accepts and implements other specific assignments as directed.
Essential Function | No
Percentage of Time | 5%Job Duty | In collaboration with Corporate and Foundation Philanthropy team members, develops an annual plan of work, including specific fundraising and stewardship strategies, prospect research and development. Prepares reports and other required information as requested.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 5%
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No
Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential
Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1
Desired Start Date | 03/16/2026
Job Open Date | 01/09/2026
Job Close Date | 02/16/2026
Open Until Filled | No
Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by February 16, 2026
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/201159
EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Desired Start Date | 03/16/2026
Job Open Date | 01/09/2026
Job Close Date | 02/16/2026
Open Until Filled | No
Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by February 16, 2026
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/201159
EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a bachelor's degree and 4 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience?
- Yes
- No
- * If so, please tell us how you qualify?
(Open Ended Question) - * Are you willing to travel by the geographic location of donors/prospects; work evenings and weekends?
- no response
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have a reliable means of transportation?
- Yes
- No
- * Although we accept resumes for review, the application is the official hiring document maintained by the university. Offers of employment and starting salaries are based on the education and work experience (including beginning and end dates) included in the university application only, not your resume. Have you included all details for all education, volunteer and work experiences in your job application?
- Yes
- No
- No Answer
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of References and Contact Information
Optional Documents
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