Penn State is hiring a Director of Major Gifts, Smeal College of Business

Penn State is hiring a Director of Major Gifts for the Smeal College of Business to engage alumni and friends as partners in supporting the college. As a member of the Division of Development and Alumni Relations, you will play an integral role in Penn State’s future and contribute to one of the most successful fundraising operations in the country.

What You'll Do

• Identify and cultivate a prospect pool of graduates and other key constituencies.
• Articulate Penn State’s needs, ambitions, and values through excellent informal and formal communications, including written proposals.
• Plan and execute solicitation strategies leading to major gifts.
• Travel extensively throughout the region and across the country to pursue strategies and build enduring relationships, tracked to a fixed and appropriately aggressive set of fundraising metrics.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice to Have

• A track record of success in securing major gifts and meeting fundraising goals.
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills required to build relationships with sophisticated and high-net worth audiences.
• The ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for all students and colleagues.
• A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team.
• A passion for higher education and an understanding of complex institutions.
• A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored.

Team & Environment

Reporting to the Senior Director of Development and Alumni Relations and working closely with the college’s leadership, as well as other partners and central development offices.

Benefits & Compensation

• Compensation: $76,700.00 - $115,100.00
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Robust retirement plans.
• Substantial paid time off including holidays, vacation and sick time.
• Generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible spouses and children.

Work Mode

This role is onsite at the University Park campus in State College, Pennsylvania.

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.