Associate Director of Development- Life Sciences

Posting Number: S14153P

Working Title: Associate Director of Development- Life Sciences

Department: Franklin-Deans Dev & Alumni

About the University of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department: Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of the University of Georgia’s learning environment, advancing new knowledge, research, scholarship and creative output by faculty, students, and staff in more than 80-degree programs across 40+ units.

College/Unit/Department website: https://www.franklin.uga.edu/office-development-and-alumni-relations

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: M-F, 8am-5pm. Evening or weekend work may be required.

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date: 09/18/2025

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 10/13/2025

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status.

Classification Title: Major Gifts Officer II

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience

Position Summary: This position is based in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences and will act as a major gift officer for the college. Its purpose is to raise major gifts to support the Franklin College and the University of Georgia. This position will focus on gifts of $50,000 or more and will maintain a robust portfolio of current and prospective donors who can make a meaningful philanthropic investment in the College. This position will work collaboratively with all departments and institutes of the college as well as a wide variety of constituents. An established track record in building meaningful relationships coupled with the ability to close philanthropic gifts are essential components of the position. This role will work closely with other major and principal gift officers within the College and across the University to advance gift solicitation strategies. All work will be carried out in accordance with UGA Foundation policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• Ability to write and speak with clarity and conviction.
• Outstanding people skills are central.
• Familiarity with Office and basic database usage.

Physical Demands: Working at computer/desk for periods of time. Some minor lifting. Driving as needed to complete job tasks.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage a portfolio of Franklin College major gift prospects. Conduct qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship visits in the state of Georgia and around the nation with a target goal of 10-12 significant visits per month. Possibility of several overnight trips. (55% of time)
• Complete necessary preparation and follow up for each visit. Document visits in GAIL alumni/donor database with complete contact reports. (15% of time)
• Prepare timely accurate, relevant, clear, concise, and compelling proposals to secure major ($50,000+) gifts in support of Franklin College priorities. (15% of time)
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the following areas of Franklin College: Lamar Dodd School of Art, Philosophy, Classics, English, Linguistics, Religion, Germanic and Slavic Studies, Comparative Literature and Romance Languages. Responsible for leading the strategic development vision for prospects in this area. Attend Franklin prospect strategy/staff meetings and represent this area’s needs in those meetings. Also, serve as the liaison with the UGA Foundation Foundation Relations team, representing all areas of Franklin College. Attend University Development staff meetings and selected University Central Development trainings. Work collaboratively with Faculty and Staff located in schools, colleges, and units across campus. (15% of time)