Philanthropy Officer

Department:

Philanthropy

Work Hours:

Varies depending on department need (40 hours per week)

Anticipated Start Date:

November 2, 2026

Job Summary:

Under general direction of the Vice President for Philanthropy, the Philanthropy Officer will be responsible for securing major gifts ($15,000 - $1M+) for the College of Education and Professional Studies (CEPS) and managing a prospect/donor portfolio of 100-150 individuals in various stages of identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship. The expectation is to secure annual gifts and pledges of $750,000 and $1,000,000.

The position will work with the Dean of the CEPS, Department Heads and Directors to identify fundraising priorities and develop a plan to execute those objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major and principal gift prospects.
• Identify prospects to participate on boards, committees or other programs that promote the cultivation process.
• Serve as an advisor to the Dean and the faculty to implement and develop a comprehensive communication plan for all fund-raising initiatives.
• Manage portfolios of fundraising prospects and manage relationships through face-to-face visits to bring major gift solicitations to closure.
• Support and collaborate with assigned unit(s) on programmatic planning and effective communication.
• Participate in signature events at the University, CEPS and in the community that provide opportunities for strategic engagement with prospects and donors.
• Represent the Philanthropy team in external settings, such as conferences and gatherings.

• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of one (1) year of progressive development experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree with two years of job-related experience.

Required Documents:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts required upon hire)

Employee Benefits:

JSU strives to provide great quality of life to our employees through an attractive, competitive benefits package for our full-time faculty and staff. These benefits enhance your salary as a JSU employee and are part of your total compensation package. Benefits include:

• Retirement Plans
• Alabama Teacher’s Retirement System (TRS)
• RSA-1 Deferred Compensation
• 403-B Retirement Annuity (TIAA)
• Health Insurance
• Medical (PEEHIP)
• Optional plans: vision, dental, flexible spending plan, dependent care, cancer, and hospital indemnity
• Long-term disability and life insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Prescription assistance

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