"Executive Director, Gift Planning"

Executive Director, Gift Planning

Business Title
Executive Director, Gift Planning

Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public

Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please complete and submit the online application and be prepared to attach 3 separate documents: current resume, cover Letter, and a list of 3 professional references with current contact information, including email addresses. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m. EST on the close date.

This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Department Summary

The Executive Director of Gift Planning supports Ohio University's gift planning program, focusing on the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors making deferred and complex gifts. Serving as the university's subject-matter expert, the Executive Director partners with development colleagues across Advancement to integrate gift planning into fundraising strategies. This role also drives marketing efforts to expand the donor pipeline and ensures thoughtful stewardship of gift planning donors.

The Executive Director manages a portfolio of prospects, developing strategies to secure meaningful commitments for The Ohio University Foundation. They provide guidance and expertise to colleagues on structuring and stewarding planned gifts, while collaborating across Advancement to align efforts with university priorities. The role also oversees gift planning marketing initiatives and contributes to special projects that strengthen the visibility and impact of the Office of Gift Planning.

Position Profile

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:

Solicits and coordinates the administration of planned gifts through bequests, trusts, and other deferred giving strategies. Cultivates relationships with alumni, donors, foundations, and corporations to support the University's mission. Ensures the University has the resources necessary for growth and engages the community to advance its long-term goals.

Level Summary

Manages a work unit or a team and has full authority over personnel actions within the work unit. Contributes to the development of the area's operational plan, ensuring alignment with broader departmental or institutional goals. Accountable for the achievement of the unit's operational objectives, improving performance and addressing resource needs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Manages a medium-sized team. Directly oversees at least 2.0 FTE employees or one or more supervisors. Has authority to hire, transfer, suspend, promote, manage performance, discharge, assign duties, reward, and discipline employees.

Fiscal Responsibilities

Responsible for managing team or department budgets and resources.

Problem Solving

Addresses departmental or cross-team issues, devises long-term solutions.

Independence of Action

Acts independently, with consultation with senior management.

Communication and Collaboration

Facilitates communication among team and higher-level leadership, builds relationships across University.

Physical Requirements

This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 5 or more years of related professional experience, and 3 or more years of supervisory experience, or equivalent education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

One to three years of gift planning experience

Department
University Advancement

Pay Rate: Target hiring range for this role is $80,593 to $108,801 and the final offer will be commensurate with the candidate's education and experience in relation to the minimum qualifications for the position.

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Pay Grade
CA&P|20|

Pay Range
$80,593.00-$138,208.00

FLSA Status
Exempt

Job Category: Administrative at-will appointment

Job Family
Development & Inst. Advancement

Job Sub Family
Planned Giving

Job Level
M2

Job Open Date
03/24/2026

Posting End Date: 04/26/2026

Planning Unit: Vice President for University Advancement

Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00A - 5:00P / Athens, Hybrid Work possible after discussion with hiring manager. May require occasional after hours, and weekend work, as well as travel away from campus.

Months
12 month

Campus: Athens

Expected hours worked per week
40.00