Assistant/Associate Director of Development, College of the Liberal Arts

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant/Associate Director of Development to enhance fundraising efforts for the College of the Liberal Arts. This full-time role involves cultivating relationships with alumni and key constituencies, planning major gift strategies, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The position offers flexible work arrangements and is based at a vibrant university campus in State College, PA. Join a dynamic team dedicated to supporting educational excellence and community engagement.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Assistance

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Proven success in securing major gifts and meeting fundraising targets.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate prospects among alumni and key constituencies.
• Plan and execute strategies to secure major gifts.

Skills

Fundraising

Relationship Building

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Self-Motivation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Experience in Higher Education

Job description

Assistant/Associate Director of Development, College of the Liberal Arts

Join to apply for the Assistant/Associate Director of Development, College of the Liberal Arts role at Penn State University.

This position is part of Penn State’s Division of Development and Alumni Relations (DDAR), responsible for engaging alumni and friends to support the College of the Liberal Arts, a leading public liberal arts college in the U.S. As a member of DDAR, you will play an integral role in Penn State’s fundraising and alumni relations efforts.

Responsibilities include:

• Identifying and cultivating prospects among alumni and key constituencies;
• Communicating Penn State’s needs, values, and initiatives, including diversity, equity, and inclusion, through various channels;
• Planning and executing strategies to secure major gifts;
• Traveling regionally and nationally to build relationships and meet fundraising goals.

Qualifications:

• Successful track record in securing major gifts and meeting fundraising targets;
• Ability to build relationships with diverse communities;
• Knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Self-motivated and team-oriented;
• Commitment to professional development.

Additional requirements include operating a motor vehicle with a valid driver’s license and passing background and motor vehicle checks.

Work Environment and Benefits:

Flexible work arrangements are supported, aligned with job duties. The position is based at the University Park campus in State College, PA, a safe and vibrant community with many amenities.

About the College and Penn State:

The College of the Liberal Arts at Penn State is a national leader in education and research, emphasizing communication, analytical thinking, ethical decision-making, civic engagement, and global readiness. Learn more at http://www.la.psu.edu.

Penn State’s DDAR includes over 500 professionals engaging 700,000+ alumni, supporting a wide range of fundraising and alumni engagement initiatives. Visit raise.psu.edu and greaterpennstate.psu.edu for more information.

Additional Information:

This position is full-time, at the associate level, and involves working in higher education and fundraising industries. The role supports diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and offers benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and parental leave.