Director of Development

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.

The Division of Development and Alumni Relations at the University of Georgia advances the goals, objectives, and priorities of the university by generating private financial support, building, and maintaining relationships with alumni and donors, and assisting students with career development opportunities.

In May 2025, the University System of Georgia ( USG) Board of Regents authorized the establishment of an independent School of Nursing at the University of Georgia ( UGA) to meet the nursing and healthcare demands for the ever-growing population of Georgia. Following a comprehensive planning exercise between USG & UGA, the announcement became public in August of 2025. A nationwide search was launched, and Carolyn K. Clevenger was identified as the first academic leader for UGA's School of Nursing and began her appointment on January 1, 2026. UGA plans to welcome its first nursing students as early as fall 2027.

8:00am-5:00pm; Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends, as necessary.

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Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 8 years of professional experience

The Director of Development serves as a liaison between the School of Nursing and University Development. The position serves as the School of Nursing's chief development officer and is responsible for establishing and overseeing the development team, as well as securing philanthropic support across all giving levels. Primary emphasis is placed on the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major gifts ($50,000+) and principal gifts ($1,000,000+), in order to advance the school's mission and to support the implementation of its development programs and strategic initiatives. In addition to major and principal gifts, the position is also responsible for providing strategy, leadership, direction, coordination, and management of all aspects of giving for the School of Nursing, including major giving, annual gifts, stewardship, and alumni relations.

To fulfill the school's mission and implement its development-focused programs and initiatives, the Director of Development collaborates closely with the Dean to develop fundraising priorities, create a development plan, implement the plan, and secure major & principal gifts, while also managing any future development and alumni relations staff added to this effort. In this role, the employee is responsible for communication, collaboration, and coordination between School of Nursing and the University Development office, as well as creating productive partnerships with all other UGA schools, colleges, and units' fundraising programs.

The University Development Office sets four objectives for Directors of Development: number of annual visits, number of gift proposals, unit fundraising goal, and personal fundraising goal. Each of these goals is discussed with the Director and customized for the School of Nursing. In addition, the Director is required to attend the division and development meetings as well as individual monthly strategy meetings at the University Development office with the Senior Director of Development for Constituent Programs.

Additional Division Expectations:

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.

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.