ABOUT UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT

Georgia State University Advancement works to further Georgia State’s status as a national leader in student success, research and innovation, and cultural impact. By connecting with alumni, engaging donors, and increasing philanthropic support for students and scholars, we’re helping to transform lives and build our global community. The University Advancement Division furthers the university and its mission through several departments, including Development, Corporate & Foundation Relations, Alumni Relations, and the Georgia State University Foundation.

J. MACK ROBINSON COLLEGE OF BUSINESS (RCB)

Georgia State University’s J. Mack Robinson College of Business (RCB) is one of the largest business schools in the country, with an enrollment of approximately 8,000 students, including about 1,800 master’s students, more than 100 doctoral students, and 200 faculty members. Our Executive MBA is ranked among the best in the world by the Financial Times, and U.S. News ranks our undergraduate program 35th among those at public universities and 47th overall. Our part-time MBA program for working professionals is ranked among the best by Bloomberg Businessweek and U.S. News & World Report. The college also houses the Department of Computer Information Systems and Department of Risk Management and Insurance, both of which have top 10 rankings, and Robinson’s Marketing Department ranks 4th in Modeling and Quantitative Analysis in scholarly research productivity. RCB has active research programs in the management of information technology, predictive risk analytics, marketing analytics, and health IT and analytics that are relevant to this position. Salary level, course load, and additional research support are competitive at the national level. Georgia State University is in the heart of Atlanta and has strong ties with Atlanta’s business leaders, many of whom are alumni of the Robinson College.
These are exciting times at the University Advancement. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to identify, cultivate, and steward donors.
Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team.
University Advancement is seeking (1) Director of Development to join the already incredible team taking Georgia State University to the next level of excellence!

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the leadership of the Assistant Vice President for University Advancement, the Director of Development will be a major gift front-line fundraiser, responsible for leading major gift strategies from identification through stewardship. Directors of Development will manage individual portfolios with prospects capable of giving gifts in excess of $50,000. Portfolios will range in size from 120-150 individuals, face-to-face visits will be 10-15 visits per month, and fundraising goals will be equivalent to and at a minimum of $1-2M annually. Directors are responsible for having a comprehensive understanding of university priorities, regularly meeting with prospects and donors (with a focus on face-to-face visits), regularly meeting with advancement colleagues and academic leaders, preparing briefing materials and gift proposals, attending events, and staffing and/or supervising projects as assigned.
Successful candidates will approach their role with a sense of donor-centeredness, collaboration, and transparency. They will have strong communication skills and be willing to serve as role models to other professionals and support staff. High integrity, strong self-motivation, innovation, flexibility, and passion are all qualities valued on the University Advancement team. Additionally, successful candidates will have a proven ability to build long-term relationships while also consistently meeting fundraising goals. As our program is complex and in a phase of rapid innovation, the ability to adapt to quickly changing environments is key.

PREFERRED HIRING QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven success as a development officer or related experience in a highly sophisticated donor-centered fund-raising environment as a direct line fundraiser with four or more years of experience.
• Expert working knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, donor relations, and public relations concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques. Proven experience in the full spectrum of development, including gift policies, solicitations, stewardship, donor recognition, and administration.
  College/Business Unit: Robinson College of Business
  Department: University Advancement
  Location: Atlanta Campus
  Shift: 8:30 am - 5:15 pm Monday - Friday, occasional nights and weekends
  Salary : $88,000 - $95,000
  FLSA Status: Exempt
  Job Posting: 08/29/25, 7:51:01 AM
  Closing Date: 09/12/25, 10:59:00 PM
  Preferred Hiring Qualifications:
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