Department: University Advancement
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 per year
Compensation Band: OS-OA11-Fiscal Year 2025-2026
FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins
Position closes April 24, 2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please apply using the link: https://anothersource-6126385.hs-sites-na2.com/university-of-oregon
Department Summary
The University of Oregon (UO) is a flagship public research university known for its collaborative culture, innovation, and commitment to student success. Located in Eugene -a vibrant, nature-rich college town - UO serves more than 23,000 students and continues to grow its impact through academic excellence, research, and community engagement.
University Advancement plays a vital role in supporting UO’s mission by building meaningful relationships and securing philanthropic support. Through partnerships with alumni and donors worldwide, the university advances scholarships, academic programs, and transformative initiatives.
The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) is the intellectual heart of the University of Oregon, encompassing a wide range of disciplines across the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. As the university’s largest and most academically diverse college, CAS plays a central role in driving research, fostering critical thinking, and delivering a comprehensive liberal arts education. With a strong commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and student success, the college prepares graduates to address complex global challenges while advancing knowledge and discovery.
Position Summary
As the Senior Director of Development for the College of Arts and Sciences, you will play a pivotal leadership role in advancing philanthropic support for a leading public research university. You will serve as a senior leader within University Advancement, driving major and leadership gift strategy in support of the College of Arts and Sciences and other key units under the Office of the Provost. You will partner closely with academic and advancement leadership to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward high-level donors, while managing a portfolio of major ($100K+) and leadership ($1M+) prospects.
You will lead and mentor a team of fundraisers, setting strategy, guiding performance, and building long-term development plans that support ambitious fundraising outcomes. As a highly collaborative and externally facing leader, you will regularly engage with donors, alumni, and stakeholders, requiring both strategic thinking and strong relationship management.
In this role, you will shape long-term vision, elevate team success, and personally secure significant gifts, including seven-figure commitments. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned advancement leader who is equally energized by building strategy and delivering results.
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of skills and experience.
• Five years progressively responsible fundraising experience, including closing at least one seven-figure gift or equivalent
• Three years of progressively responsible management experience, including direct supervision or leadership of advancement efforts
Professional Competencies
• Demonstrated success securing major and leadership-level gifts
• Strong leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to develop and mentor fundraising professionals
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders
• Strategic mindset with experience developing long-term fundraising plans
• Ability to navigate complex organizations and collaborate across teams
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
• Advanced degree
• Ten years of development experience
• Five years of major gift experience
• Significant experience in higher education fundraising
• Experience working with volunteer boards
FLSA Exempt: Yes
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.
The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.
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