Director of Major Gifts

Job ID:

289850

Location:

Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time:

Full Time

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

University Athletics - Foundations

Job Summary

The Director of Major Gifts will focus on fundraising gifts of $25K or more for Georgia Southern Athletics. Directly reporting to the Associate Athletic Director for Major Gifts and working closely with the Associate Athletic Director for Major Gifts, in creating and managing a collaborative environment promoting teamwork between Georgia Southern Athletic Foundation, Department of Athletics, University Advancement, and the greater Georgia Southern community. Manage a portfolio of donors and solicit philanthropic gifts to support Georgia Southern student-athletes.

Responsibilities

• Complete at least 200 personal visits annually
• Identify new prospects and work towards closing gifts from those prospects
• Travel 3-4 weeks out of every month
• Work collaboratively with the University Foundation
• Build a portfolio of at least 100 major gift prospects
• Perform 15-20 major gift solicitations annually
• Manage portfolio of donors and solicit annual fund, philanthropic, and capital campaign/project gifts to support Georgia Southern student-athletes
• Plan and execute stewardship events for major gift donors and prospects
• Participate in athletic development events, including home football game activities, on and off-campus donor events, and other athletic events that attract significant major gift donor presence
• Manage collaborative teamwork and communication among Georgia Southern Athletics Foundation, Department of Athletics, University Advancement, and the greater Georgia Southern community

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

• Two (2) or more years of development or related work experience

Proposed Salary

$55,126 - $70,307

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• High level of motivation, initiative and innovation
• Ability to adapt and show a willingness to learn and grow

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Apply Before Date

September 16, 2025

Application review may begin as early as September 9, 2025.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.