"Senior Director of Development, School of Medicine Columbia and Greenville"

Job Details

Senior Director of Development, School of Medicine Columbia and Greenville

Department: DEV Development Office

Advertised Salary Range: $95,954 - commensurate with qualifications.

Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

Advertised Job Summary

Under limited supervision, reporting to the Lead Senior Director of Advancement (Lead Senior DOA) the Senior Director of Development for the Schools of Medicine Columbia and Greenville (Schools) will be responsible for supporting the Lead Senior DOA in the coordination and management of an effective, comprehensive, and ongoing development programs through major gifts fundraising. Responsibilities include supporting the Lead Senior DOA to strategically plan, manage, implement, promote, coordinate, the development program through major gifts for the Schools. Maintains a strong connection and coordination with the School deans. Responsible for supervising fundraising professionals to support the Schools. This position will be part of the University Development team and will operate within the system and procedures of USC Development to ensure consistent and well-coordinated activities.

Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years proven experience in major gift/development in higher education and/or hybrid development model.
• Previous campaign and supervisory experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of principles and methods of planning and conducting a comprehensive fundraising program.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with faculty, alumni, donors, students, volunteers, businesses, and the general public.
• Outstanding oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Effective computer experience including database operation and word processing.
• Ability to supervise junior directors of development in hiring, managing, training, and mentoring. Proven ability to develop relationships with leaders in a broad range of professions.

Job Close Date

10/27/2025

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by October 27, 2025.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities