Job Details

Posting Number: S14960P

Working Title: Regional Director of Development

Department: DAR-Regional Development

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/). 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.

About the College/Unit/Department:

The Regional Development team builds and maintains relationships with alumni and friends to raise major gifts for the University of Georgia. Regional Directors build a culture of philanthropy in regions across the country while strengthening affinity for UGA. Through frequent travel to assigned cities, this team provides strategic direction and leadership for alumni and friends as they make philanthropic and volunteer decisions.

College/Unit/Department website: www.dar.uga.edu and https://give.uga.edu/

Employment Type: Full Time

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Advertised Salary: Commensurate qualifications and experience

Posting Date: 2026-04-06

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 2026-10-01

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Position Summary:

The Regional Development team is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with alumni and friends to raise major gifts for the University of Georgia. The Regional Directors of Development build a culture of philanthropy in regions across the country while strengthening affinity for the University. This Regional Director’s assigned regions include cities and territories across Texas. While this position is primarily based in Athens, GA, the hiring unit is open to considering a mobile work arrangement for candidates residing in Dallas/Houston, Texas, and/or Atlanta/Athens, Georgia (with the expectation of frequent travel to our primary markets in Texas).

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of professional experience related to sales, marketing, development, business administration, higher education, project management, or relationship management.
• Major gift fundraising in Higher Education ($50k and up)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• Proven record of accomplishment and success in fundraising or a similar role
• Ability to cultivate and solicit private gifts from high-level prospects
• Self-starter and highly motivated