Director Of Development Major Gifts Jobs in Decatur, GA

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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
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Location
Augusta University
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
Job Summary
Personally identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards philanthropic gifts of $100,000 or more to Augusta University, its academic units, centers and institutes, with special emphasis on major gifts of $250,000 or more for the Medical College of Georgia, by strategically managing a portfolio of approximately 75 confirmed major gifts prospects.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards philanthropic gifts of $100,000 or more to Augusta University, its academic units, centers and institutes, with special emphasis on major gifts of $250,000 or more for Augusta University, by strategically managing a portfolio of approximately 75 confirmed major gifts prospects. Special or exclusive focus of the role may be given to a particular area of the university as directed by the employee's manager.
Performance is evaluated annually based upon predetermined and weighted performance of the responsibilities of the employee:

• Scheduling of and participation in face-to-face meetings with major gift prospective donors, and/or donors
• Identification and qualification of new major gift prospects
• Number of major gift proposals presented
• Number of major gifts solicitations closed
• Total dollars raised

Specific targets and weighting for all categories are based upon the breadth and maturity of the Associate Director of Philanthropy major gifts prospect portfolio on an annual basis.
Works closely with the deans, department chairs, and faculty to develop and communicate the philanthropic cases for support for the college and its academic units, centers and/or institutes. Utilizes the expertise and professional relationships of the deans, department chairs and faculty to identify and cultivate major gifts prospects and craft major gift proposals to alumni, patients, friends, corporations and foundations.
Appropriate and timely documentation of all donor interactions and donor relationship activities within the database of record.
Works collaboratively with other Augusta University philanthropy professionals in the successful planning and execution of multiple college and university-wide alumni and donor engagement, stewardship and fundraising events.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of three years of experience in higher education or non-profit organization. Specifically, experience in personally identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding private philanthropic gifts; OR 7 years of experience/training in fundraising, sales, marketing or similar.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited college/university in Public Relations, Communications, or Business Administration, along with six years of experience in fundraising or very closely related field. Capital campaign experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of standard event management tasks and resources.
Experience with databases (especially Raiser's Edge) and internet searches.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal/written communications skills, attention to detail and analytical abilities.
A high energy level, integrity and sincerity.
Ability to multi-task, think creatively and handle a heavy workload.
Requires adaptability, good judgement and initiative.
Ability to work effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds, including healthcare professionals, community leaders, as well as patients, families, volunteers and employees.
Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends and conduct multi-day business trips.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days/M-F (work outside of normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position)
Pay Band: B16
Salary Range: $95,200/annually - $121,400/annually
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.
Recruitment Period: 7/30/26 - Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check complete for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgement and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. " Augusta University is a patient-and-family-centered care institution, where employees partner everyday with patients and families for success".
Augusta University is a tobacco free environment and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
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Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.
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