Development Officer (Harbert College of Business)

at  Auburn University

JOB SUMMARY

Auburn Advancement and Student Affairs is excited to begin the search for a Development Officer to join our philanthropy team! This position is vital in building lasting relationships and securing the resources needed to support Auburn Advancement and Auburn University’s philanthropic mission.

What You’ll Do:

• Identify and Cultivate Prospects: Discover and build relationships with potential major giving prospects through research, initial contact ratings, peer reviews, and other resources. Understand the passions and interests of prospects to align their philanthropic goals with Auburn’s mission.
• Solicit and Secure Gifts: Engage with prospects to solicit major gifts through person-to-person visits, group presentations, and phone calls. Present compelling cases for support, highlighting the transformative power of their contributions.
• Stewardship and Engagement: Show gratitude for donations through personalized acknowledgements, and keep donors informed and involved by attending events and maintaining regular contact. Ensure donors feel valued and connected to the impact of their gifts.
• Champion Philanthropy: Impact a culture of giving for Auburn University, encouraging alumni and stakeholders to support the university’s mission and vision. Foster a sense of pride and ownership among donors, showcasing the transformative impact their gifts have on Auburn’s future.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Development Officer I ($51, 900 – $88,200)
Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of experience in fundraising, marketing, sales, and/or public relations
Development Officer II ($56,300 – $101,300)
Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of experience in fundraising, marketing, sales, and/or public relations
Development Officer III ($64,700 – $116,500)
Bachelor’s degree plus 6 years of experience in fundraising, marketing, sales, and/or public
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Posting Detail Information

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES AS A DEVELOPMENT OFFICER:

• Purpose: Proactively identify and cultivate relationships with potential major giving prospects, leveraging research, reviews, and contact reports to understand their passions and interests. Your efforts will help align their philanthropic goals with Auburn’s mission, creating meaningful and impactful giving opportunities.
• Collaboration: Update and inform supervisors and other staff of goal status, new plans, and project proposals, ensuring a cooperative team effort to meet objectives. Meet with advancement colleagues and university partners, including athletics, to discuss major donor prospects and strategies.
• Innovation: Develop campaign and presentation proposals related to funding priorities to keep prospects informed, interested, and involved. Participate in special projects, initiatives, and other duties as assigned, contributing to innovative fundraising efforts.
• Production: Track and meet fundraising metrics, ensuring goals are achieved and reporting progress through Auburn Advancement. Assist with various fundraising activities, including meetings and special events, ensuring smooth execution and donor engagement.
  Minimum Qualifications

What You’ll Do:

• Identify and Cultivate Prospects: Discover and build relationships with potential major giving prospects through research, initial contact ratings, peer reviews, and other resources. Understand the passions and interests of prospects to align their philanthropic goals with Auburn’s mission.
• Solicit and Secure Gifts: Engage with prospects to solicit major gifts through person-to-person visits, group presentations, and phone calls. Present compelling cases for support, highlighting the transformative power of their contributions.
• Stewardship and Engagement: Show gratitude for donations through personalized acknowledgements, and keep donors informed and involved by attending events and maintaining regular contact. Ensure donors feel valued and connected to the impact of their gifts.
• Champion Philanthropy: Impact a culture of giving for Auburn University, encouraging alumni and stakeholders to support the university’s mission and vision. Foster a sense of pride and ownership among donors, showcasing the transformative impact their gifts have on Auburn’s future