Development Director

Weber State University; Ogden, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

Benefits package

Job summary

Weber State University invites applications for the role of Development Director for the Dumke College of Health Professions. The hire will lead major gift fundraising and manage a portfolio of 45–50 prospects with annual 165 contacts.

The position reports to the Campaign Director and aims to expand donor engagement, secure gifts over $35,000, and support Amplify Weber State initiatives with a strong focus on scholarships and teaching excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in private fundraising, marketing, sales, communication, psychology, business management, or related fields.
• One year of experience in private fundraising.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Experience in higher education or nonprofit setting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward prospects capable of gifts over $35,000.
• Manage a portfolio of 45–50 major gift prospects with ~165 annual contacts (including ~44 qualification contacts).
• Complete a minimum of 15 major gift solicitations per year.
• Collaborate with college leadership and Campaign Director to expand donor base and support fundraising goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Writing skills

Technology proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Master’s Degree

Job description

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Development Director

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S02474P

Position Category

Position Category Staff

Campus Location

Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week 40

Months per year

Months per year 12

Pay Grade

Pay Grade E33

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Job Summary/Basic Function

Weber State University invites applications for the position of Development Director for the Dumke College of Health Professions. Job grade will depend on candidate qualification alignment with approved career ladder. The university is in the seventh year of an eight-year campaign, having publicly launched Amplify Weber State: The Campaign for Weber State on January 9, 2026. As of July 31, 2026, the campaign has raised over $140 million toward its $200 million goal, driving support for key priorities like scholarships, teaching excellence, and workforce needs.
The Dumke College of Health Professions is widely recognized as Weber State University’s flagship college. It accounts for a substantial portion of the university’s annual graduates.
Academic Programs: The college offers programs across associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
Program Reputation:

• The Annie Taylor Dee School of Nursing consistently ranks high both regionally and nationally, serving as one of WSU’s most in-demand academic tracks.
• At the associate degree level, health professions programs at WSU are ranked #1 in Utah.

Reporting to the Campaign Director, the Development Director will work closely with Dumke College of Health Professions leadership to enhance and support their fundraising efforts. They are responsible for the identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and ongoing stewardship of prospects capable of gifts in excess of $35,000. All Development staff, including any new hires, are expected to work as a team toward ‘Big W’ objectives and goals while also having primary responsibility for major gift fundraising within their assigned college/division including arranging visits with individuals, corporations, foundations and the preparation of private funding proposals. This position is specifically responsible for expanding the Dumke College of Health Professions donor base by forging new relationships with potential major gift donors. They are responsible for generating and tracking progress on a portfolio of 45 – 50 major gift prospects and soliciting them for gifts and pledges. The Development Director actively engages prospects in the portfolio and schedules approximately 165 significant contacts annually; to include 44 qualification contacts. In addition, the Development Director will be tasked to complete a minimum of 15 major gift solicitations annually.

Required Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in private fundraising, marketing, sales, communication, psychology, business management, or related fields
• One year of experience in private fundraising

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred:

• Master’s Degree
• Strong oral communication, listening, writing, technology and interpersonal skills
• An understanding of, commitment to, and ability to articulate the value of higher education both conceptually and as it relates to the local region
• Experience working in a college, university, or non-profit setting
• Experience working both independently and as part of a team identifying and cultivating prospective donors and soliciting philanthropic support; including planned giving opportunities
• History of interacting positively with a variety of internal and external constituencies
• Track record of displaying integrity and the ability to keep confidences regarding personal information
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to perform well under pressure in a metric driven organization

A successful candidate will be willing to

Background Check? Yes

Benefits Summary

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/15/2026

Review Date

Review Date 09/29/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Notes to Applicant

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $65,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package.

Physical Activity of this position Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. , Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.

Physical Requirements of this position Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Physical Requirements of this position Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

Supplemental Questions

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• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Info

Optional Documents