Development Officer

University of Maryland - Division of University Relations; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Athletics Department seeks a dynamic Development Officer to cultivate and solicit individual donors for Maryland Athletics and its priorities. Reporting to the Director of Development, the candidate will apply knowledge of the University and Athletics to advance our mission and engage with internal and external audiences.

The Development Officer will support major gift activities across the metropolitan DC area and beyond, requiring strong storytelling, collaboration,

Qualifications

• Knowledge of fundraising principles and practices, particularly annual giving, donor cultivation, and stewardship strategies.
• Knowledge of data analysis and reporting methods to track donor engagement, fundraising metrics, and portfolio performance.
• Skill in digital technologies, strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to listen actively and inspire through storytelling.
• Skill in organization with strong attention to detail and commitment to quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and solicit individual donors for Maryland Athletics and its initiatives.
• Collaborate with partners to advance department priorities and engage volunteers.
• Support major gift activities and geographic areas inside and outside the metropolitan Washington, DC area.

Skills

Fundraising principles

Donor cultivation

Storytelling

Data analysis

Interpersonal communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Ethics

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Required Application Materials: Resume and Cover Letter

The Department of Athletics at the University of Maryland seeks a dynamic and creative Development Officer to cultivate and solicit individual donors for Maryland Athletics and its initiatives and priorities. Reporting to the Director of Development, the candidate will apply knowledge and understanding of the University of Maryland and Maryland Athletics, its traditions, programs, needs and priorities to the development process. The Development Officer will represent Maryland Athletics to internal and external audiences while working with members of the university community to advance our mission. They will persuasively discuss Athletic Department needs and priorities with prospective donors and volunteers. The Development Officer will be assigned to support the major gift activities of Maryland Athletics and/or programs and geographic areas inside and outside of the metropolitan Washington, DC, area.

Preferences:

• -Masters Degree Preferred
• -Previous development/fundraising experience, ideally within intercollegiate athletics

Physical Demands:

• -Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
• -Ability to work some evenings and weekends as necessary
• -Ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds
• -Local travel 50% of the time
• -Out of State Travel 25% of the time

Licenses/ Certifications: N/A

*This position does not provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must be able to provide proof of ongoing eligibility to work in the USA.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Two (2) years of experience in fundraising, annual giving, donor relations, marketing, sales, operations, or customer service.

Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Knowledge of fundraising principles and practices, particularly annual giving, donor cultivation, and stewardship strategies.

Knowledge of data analysis and reporting methods to track donor engagement, fundraising metrics, and portfolio performance.

Skill in digital technologies, strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to listen actively and inspire through storytelling.

Skill in organization with strong attention to detail and commitment to quality outcomes.

Skill in creative problem-solving, data analysis, and managing multiple priorities to meet deadlines.

Skill in adaptability and results-oriented problem-solving.

Ability to remain resilient and optimistic while maintaining high ethical standards.

Ability to work effectively in teams, engage various individuals, and manage confidential information with discretion.

Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials: Resume and Cover Letter

Best Consideration Date: November 30, 2026

Posting Close Date: NA

We will be hiring two (2) people to this position.

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

No

Department

VPUR-SCU Development

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Regular

Salary Range

$63,064-$75,000

Benefits Summary

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Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice

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