Description

Posting Details

Posting Number

S14934P

Working Title

Assistant Director of Development- Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Office of Academic Innovation & Georgia Museum of Natural History

Department

Franklin-Deans Dev & Alumni

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of the University of Georgia's learning environment, advancing new knowledge, research, scholarship and creative output by faculty, students, and staff in more than 80-degree programs across 40+ units.

College/Unit/Department website

https://franklin.uga.edu

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

M-F, 8am-5pm; Occasional evening or weekend may be required

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience

Posting Date

03/27/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

04/27/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title

Major Gifts Officer I

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.0

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

The Assistant Director of Development serves as a frontline fundraiser for the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences and is responsible for raising financial support for college-wide priorities as well as priorities across departments and programs within the College. Through frequent travel and in-person meetings, the Assistant Director of Development will qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual prospects and donors in support of Franklin College, with a focus on securing gifts in the $1,500-$50,000 range.

The Assistant Director of Development will also assist with the identification and referral of new major gift prospects capable of making gifts of $50,000 or more, working in collaboration with Franklin development leadership. When appropriate, participation in major gift solicitations will be encouraged as part of broader fundraising strategies.

This position will help plan and execute philanthropic strategy for the Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences, the Office of Academic Innovation, the Georgia Museum of Natural History, and other areas or geographic territories as assigned. The Assistant Director of Development will work closely with faculty, staff, and development colleagues to align donor interests with departmental priorities and philanthropic opportunities.

The position reports to the Director of Development - Strategic Initiatives for Franklin College and collaborates with Franklin College development staff, the Division of Development and Alumni Relations, academic leaders, faculty, and other University partners on prospect strategy and special initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Innovative self-starter who displays an ability to learn quickly and easily adapts to changing situations.
• Emotionally intelligent individual with excellent written and oral communication skills who can work effectively with various stakeholders.
• Highly motivated professional who is coachable and desires to learn and grow in this position.
• Results-driven performer who is comfortable setting and achieving challenging goals.
• Active collaborator who enjoys working with people and desires to work in a team-based environment.
• Trustworthy teammate who operates with the highest level of integrity, honesty, and respect.
• Comfortable working with database management software and maintaining sensitive information.
• Knowledgeable of Word, Excel, and email.

Additional Division Expectations:

• Through open, honest, and respectful communication, all staff, supervisors, and colleagues of the Division of Development & Alumni Relations are expected to interact with fairness, compassion, and decency. All employees will be held accountable for meeting the expectation of promoting a stable, productive, and healthy work environment.
• Adherence to CASE standards and commonly accepted industry standards relating to fundraising reporting are expected of all fundraisers. All fundraisers will be held accountable for meeting this expectation.

Physical Demands

• Work in a standard office environment
• Sit and work at a computer workstation for an extended amount of time
• Work using electronic mail, telephone, face-to-face discussions, paper form correspondence
• Communicate effectively in writing, speaking, and listening
• Organize and establish priorities; remember detail; multi-task
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Walk, stand, stoop, lift, kneel, climb

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

Yes

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Conduct scheduled face-to-face meetings with prospective donors, alumni, and friends of Franklin College. The purpose of the meetings is to qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward prospects and donors in support of Franklin College priorities. Goals are established and agreed upon annually by the Director of Development - Strategic Initiatives and the Development Officer.

Responsible for achieving all annual fundraising and performance goals and for allocating and prioritizing time and resources to achieve the greatest return on investment.

Percentage of time

50

Duties/Responsibilities

Complete managerial processes critical to travel, scheduled meetings, and fundraising performance.

• Record all meetings, interactions, and plans in the giving and alumni database ( GAIL ) in a thorough and timely manner.
• Regularly complete reports and submit required information needed to track fundraising performance.
• Complete necessary preparation and follow up from each visit.

Percentage of time

20

Duties/Responsibilities

Create collaborative partnerships with development colleagues and academic partners across Franklin College to build effective fundraising strategies and maximize donor potential.

• When appropriate, partner with Franklin College departments, institutes, and University colleagues to secure gifts benefiting their respective areas.
• Attend division and development staff meetings and scheduled individual strategy meetings.

Percentage of time

15

Duties/Responsibilities

Pursue continuous learning and growth.

• Actively participate in opportunities for professional development to gain new skills, take on new challenges, receive professional mentorship, explore the field of Development and Alumni Relations, and expand knowledge about Franklin College, the University, and their missions.

Percentage of time

10

Duties/Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned to include, but not limited to:

• Completing special projects and initiatives
• Collecting and presenting data
• Staffing college- and university-related events
• Cultivating and stewarding prospects not originally assigned

Percentage of time

5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name

Meredith Metcalf

Recruitment Contact Email

mmetcalf@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents