Director of Development - College of Arts & Sciences

Location 

Hybrid | This is a hybrid position and the candidate must have the ability to work from home and also be able to regularly participate in on-campus meetings, donor visits, team meetings and in-office work as needed. Because of the in-person component, candidates should be based within reasonable driving distance of Vermillion or Sioux Falls.

Travel

50%

Position Overview

The University of South Dakota Foundation & Alumni Association is seeking a dynamic, relationship-driven fundraiser to join our team as the Director of Development - College of Arts & Sciences.

This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in advancing the college by connecting alumni, donors and friends of USD to philanthropic opportunities that support students, faculty, programs and strategic priorities across the college.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Development - Academic Units, this role will serve as the lead fundraising partner for the College of Arts & Sciences. The director will manage a portfolio of major gift prospects.

What You'll Do

• Manage and grow a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors.
• Develop and execute personalized strategies to secure philanthropic support.
• Engage alumni, donors and friends of USD through meaningful visits and interactions.
• Partner with the dean, faculty, university leaders and campus colleagues to align donor interests with college priorities.
• Represent the foundation and the College of Arts & Sciences at university, alumni, donor and community events.
• Support alumni and constituent engagement opportunities that strengthen long-term relationships.
• Help build a strong pipeline of future support for the college and university.

What We're Looking For

• Proven ability to build relationships and move conversations toward meaningful outcomes.
• Strong communication, organization and follow-through.
• Experience in fundraising, development, sales, relationship management or a related field.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to donor-centric service.
• Alignment with our values of Drive, Accountability, Commitment and Collaboration.

• Ability and willingness to travel regionally and nationally.

   

Why USD Foundation & Alumni Association?

Our mission is simple: Create lasting impact. This role offers the opportunity to help advance one of USD's most academically diverse colleges while working alongside a collaborative team committed to philanthropy, engagement and service to the University of South Dakota.

Apply here

Please submit your resume and cover letter to Joe Hoose, chief of staff & vice president of talent management, at careers@usdfoundation.org. For more information, visit usdalumni.com/careers.