Executive Director of Development- Bauer College

🇺🇸 Remote - US 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Development & Advancement 🗓️ July 15th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Houston is hiring an Executive Director of Development for Bauer College. This role directs the major gifts program, manages a team of development officers, and leads strategic planning, donor cultivation, and fundraising initiatives to support the university's mission and development goals.

Highlights

Direct and oversee the central major gifts program and a team of development officers.
Create and implement strategic operating plans for major gift fundraising.
Identify prospects and coordinate cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies.
Conduct exploratory visits with potential major gift donors.
Manage special fundraising projects and administer budget and personnel.
Recruit and manage volunteer leadership for major gift solicitation and development strategies.
Serve as a university resource on major giving activities, techniques, and methods.
Requires a minimum of 7 years of directly related experience or equivalent education.
Knowledge typically obtained from a 4-year degree or specialized training in a relevant discipline.
Salary commensurate with education and experience.