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Oakland University

OUWBSOM Development Associate

🇺🇸 Rochester, MI

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $59K

💻 Development & Advancement

🗓️ June 30th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Oakland University is hiring a Development Associate for the School of Medicine. The role involves leading parent and alumni programs, supporting development office projects under $25,000, managing annual staff/faculty fundraising, cultivation events, stewardship, alumni initiatives, and coordinating related events. The associate reports to the Director of Philanthropy and must efficiently handle multiple responsibilities with strong development knowledge.

Highlights

  • Lead parent and alumni programs for Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine.
  • Manage annual staff/faculty fundraising efforts (AUFD) and coordinate cultivation and stewardship events.
  • Support development projects excluding major gift solicitation, with assignments possibly including warming activities.
  • Coordinate and execute School of Medicine events related to alumni and parents.
  • Requires experience managing multiple tasks and a strong understanding of development processes.
  • Must have a bachelor's degree in business or related field and at least two years of experience in development, alumni relations, or donor engagement.
  • Preferred qualifications include a master's degree and experience in higher education or hospital fundraising.
  • Salary is $59,103 annually with full benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and wellness programs.
  • Position requires excellent organizational, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in higher education.
  • Evening and weekend hours may be required.