Director of Parent Giving

Posting DetailsPosting DetailsPosting Number S14431P Working Title Director of Parent Giving Department DAR-Parent Giving About the University of GeorgiaChartered 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/DepartmentDivision of Development and Alumni RelationsThe Division of Development and Alumni Relations at the University of Georgia advances the goals, objectives, and priorities of the university by generating private financial support, building, and maintaining relationships with alumni and donors, and assisting students with career development opportunities.Office of Parent GivingStudents are not the only Bulldogs. Many parents want their own relationship with the University of Georgia, and we are committed to building a philanthropic community of parents. Parents who are dedicated to creating a premier learning experience for UGA students. We know parents want to make a difference. The Parents Leadership Council is the largest venture fund supporter, has awarded grants to student programs all over campus, and has many families who have created their own endowments. We invest in these families’ UGA experience. We know their son’s major. We know their daughter’s sorority. We are personable, supportive, and welcoming. And we remain focused on building a better world by finding financial support for those who will change it, our students.College/Unit/Department website https://give.uga.edu/ and https://dar.uga.edu/ and https://give.uga.edu/parents-families/ Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information8:00am–5:00pm; Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends as necessaryAdvertised Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience Posting Date 11/24/2025 Open until filled No Closing Date 12/03/2025 Proposed Starting Date 01/01/2026 Special Instructions to ApplicantsThis position is structured as a permanent position within the Division of Development & Alumni Relations. We are unable to sponsor a work visa for this position.Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy StatementThe 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. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).USG Core Values StatementThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.Position InformationClassification Title Major Gifts Supervisor FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 8 years of professional experiencePreferred QualificationsUniversity or non-profit experienceAt least 5 years of professional experience related to sales, marketing, development, business administration, higher education, project management, or relationship managementMajor gift fundraising in Higher Education ($50k and higher)Certificate training in higher education fundraising such as Plus Delta’s The Discipline of Frontline FundraisingExperience managing large special events, preferably with a development or fundraising purposeAbility to establish the trust of colleagues and build strong relationships with key faculty/staffPosition SummaryThis position is based in the Office of Parent Giving within the Development & Alumni Relations Division. Its purpose is to oversee all unit responsibilities of the team including fundraising oversight and success, management of major gift fundraisers, management of special events, communications, and stewardship for the office. This position focuses on parent donors and helps institute a strong culture of parent giving by working with major gift officers on the Parent Giving team to develop effective and robust donor cultivation strategies. This position also works closely with campus partners including the Regional Development team, Principal Gifts team and development teams from schools, colleges, and units.The ability to work collaboratively with a wide variety of people and an established record of accomplishment in managing others and building meaningful relationships are critical components of the position. The incumbent must be passionate about leading, coaching, and inspiring fundraisers to build strong, engaged communities of donors. They must also be adept at partnering with other development colleagues and managing programmatic aspects of the job.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or CompetenciesPeople management skillsAbility to cultivate and solicit private gifts from high-level prospectsSelf-starter and highly motivatedCollaborative style combined with the ability and desire to work in a team-based environmentExcellent writing skills with extreme attention to detail and confident, strong verbal communicationProblem solver who can take initiative, provide solutions, and set priorities while being flexibleTeam-oriented strategist able to effectively manage complex situationsHighly organized and able to handle multiple projectsAdept at navigating complex environments with evolving prioritiesAbility to maintain high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to university business and confidential donor and prospect informationSkilled using Microsoft Office products such as Excel, Word, Teams, and PowerPointCreative thinker with ability to receive constructive feedback on ideasAbility to respond to donors needs and concerns in a kind and professional wayAdditional Division ExpectationsThrough open, honest, and respectful communication, all staff, supervisors, and colleagues of the Division of Development & Alumni Relations are expected to interact with fairness, compassion, and decency. All employees will be held accountable for meeting the expectation of promoting a stable, productive, and healthy work environment.Adherence to CASE standards and commonly accepted industry standards relating to fundraising reporting are expected of all fundraisers. All fundraisers will be held accountable for meeting this expectation.Physical DemandsWork in a standard office environmentTravel in and out of state, some trips overnightWork nights and weekends as necessaryWork using electronic mail, telephone, face-to-face discussions, paper form correspondenceCommunicate effectively in writing, speaking, and listeningOrganize and establish priorities; Remember detail; multi-taskLift and/or move up to 20 poundsWalk, stand, stoop, lift, kneel, climbIs driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policyBe advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.Background Investigation PolicyOffers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.Duties/ResponsibilitiesDuties/ResponsibilitiesStaff, Partnership, and Program ManagementDevelop performance initiatives and expectations for each employee reporting to this position to ensure everyone is meeting all his/her fundraising goals, objectives, and project timelines; Mentor and evaluate his/her performance annually.Direct report management responsibilities for two parent major gift fundraisers to ensure staff members execute effective donor engagement strategies that result in successful solicitation of donors.Motivate, support and mentor the Parent Giving team, including administrative support staff; set clear expectations and establish metrics for success.Provide strategy and guidance to DAR fundraisers who are working with parent major gift prospects, including the Principal Gifts and Regional Development teams and the Division of Student Affairs.Oversee daily departmental administration and budget and determine fiscal and personnel requirements of office and prepare budgetary recommendations.Direct and oversee all activities of the Parents Leadership Council (PLC) including new parent and student welcome events, as well as fall and spring Parents Leadership Council weekends.Oversee communications, special events and programs, and stewardship for the unit.Collaborate with academic units and development officers across campus to partner on parent major gifts to benefit the university and its many areas.Collaborate with the Parent Giving team during monthly strategy sessions to collectively develop and refine engagement plans for key philanthropic parent prospects. Share relevant data, provide input on gift discussions, and help coordinate next steps to ensure a unified approach to relationship management and drive successful solicitations.Percentage of time 55 Duties/ResponsibilitiesDonor Engagement and FundraisingDevelop and manage a portfolio of prospects to raise major gifts to benefit the University of Georgia. Face-to-face visits with major gift prospects and qualified donors are to be identified and accomplished each calendar month. These visits will be qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship visits throughout the state of Georgia and assigned out-of-state markets. This will include overnight trips on an as-needed basis.Complete all necessary preparation, contacts, and follow-up for each prospect and donor visit.Document visits with a written contact report in GAIL, the alumni/donor database, within a week of the visit.Prepare timely, accurate, relevant, clear, concise, and compelling proposals to secure leadership annual gifts ($1,500+), major gifts ($50k+), and principal gifts ($1m+) in support of UGA’s strategic plan and priorities.Percentage of time 40 Duties/ResponsibilitiesAdditional ResponsibilitiesTo include, but not limited to:Perform additional duties assigned on PLC weekends, football Saturdays, and other special events which frequently fall on nights and weekends.Collaborate with University Development and Alumni Relations teams by attending staff meetings and relevant division trainings.Percentage of time 5Contact InformationRecruitment ContactContact DetailsFor questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.Recruitment Contact Name Development & Alumni Relations’ Office of Talent Management Recruitment Contact Email dartalent@uga.edu Recruitment Contact PhonePosting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* How did you hear about this job opportunity in the Division of Development and Alumni Relations (DAR)?Chronicle of Higher EducationDAR Careers PageHandshakeInsight Into AcademiaInside Higher EdLinkedInUGAJobs (UGA's job board)Other (Please provide name of source)Applicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResume/CVCover LetterOptional Documents