Senior Director of Development - Samuel Ginn College of Engineering

🇺🇸 Auburn, AL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $105K - $200K

💻 Development & Advancement

🗓️ September 26th, 2025

CRM

Edtech.com's Summary

Auburn University is hiring a Senior Director of Development - Samuel Ginn College of Engineering. The role involves leading and mentoring a team of development professionals, managing a portfolio of major gift prospects, collaborating with university and industry partners, and driving fundraising strategies aligned with the college’s priorities.

Highlights

Lead and mentor a team of fundraisers to achieve development goals.
Manage cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major gift donors.
Develop and execute fundraising strategies aligned with institutional goals.
Collaborate closely with the Dean, Associate Vice President of Philanthropy, and campaign committees.
Extensive knowledge required of development principles, donor records, and CRM systems.
Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field and 10 years of relevant experience.
Must have a valid in-state driver’s license and be willing to work some evenings, weekends, and travel extensively.
Salary range is $105,060 to $199,610 annually.
Preferred candidates have successful higher education fundraising experience.
Position supports the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering within Auburn Advancement division.