Associate Director, Development

Proven success in soliciting and managing annual, leadership, or major gifts, or similar experience.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Bachelor's degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a research-rich or academic environment, with an understanding of the fundraising needs and strategies specific to this sector.
• A proven track record of cultivating, soliciting, and closing gifts of $25,000 or more.
• Strong knowledge of donor engagement strategies, including stewardship and relationship building.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and faculty to build comprehensive fundraising initiatives.

Job Description:
The Division of University Advancement at Texas State University fosters community and university traditions by increasing awareness and philanthropic support. Encompassing Fundraising, Donor Engagement, Advancement Services, and Alumni Engagement, the division collaborates with the entire campus to achieve these goals. The Associate Director of Development plays a crucial role in engaging current and future donors and building and nurturing relationships that support the university's strategic fundraising objectives.

Job Duties:

• Managing a portfolio of 85–150 prospects, with the ongoing identification and qualification of new prospects.
• Progressing prospects through the full donor engagement cycle: identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Conducting a designated number of contacts and meaningful interactions per year with prospects and donors to establish and deepen relationships.
• Establishing new endowments and securing leadership and major gifts to support university initiatives.
• Creating and facilitating opportunities for faculty, administrators, and deans to interact with potential donors and align their interests with university priorities.
• Developing and presenting customized funding opportunities to prospective donors for targeted engagement and funding initiatives.
• Ensuring a high-quality stewardship process for active donors, including maintaining detailed records of donor engagement and meeting reporting requirements.
• Collaborating with university faculty, deans, and other key partners to develop fundraising strategies that support research and other specialized programs.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.

Additional Information to Applicants:

• This position holder must have the ability to leverage approved generative AI tools to draft, edit, and summarize routine communications, while exercising professional judgment and adhering to university privacy and data security policies.
• This position may involve optional participation in evening or weekend events that support departmental outreach and campus engagement; staff are invited, but not required, to take part in these activities in coordination with their supervisor.

Job Open Date: 09/25/2026
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices:


Legal and Required Notices:
Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58611"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58611

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9856356"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58611 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

About Texas State and San Marcos:
Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.


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