Director of Development

Temple University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,100 - 103,085; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

11 Paid Holidays

Tuition remission for eligible employees and dependents

Generous retirement plan

Job summary

Temple University is searching for a driven individual to fill the position of Director of Development within their Lewis Katz School of Medicine. This role is focused on building relationships and securing major gifts, making a significant impact in the advancement of Temple Health's mission.

Candidates should possess at least six years of fundraising experience and a Bachelor's degree. This flexibly-structured position requires a focus on collaboration, communication, and an unwavering commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• At least six (6) years of fundraising experience in a clinical/healthcare or higher-ed setting.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Strong work ethic and determination to achieve goals.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift prospects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders in advancement efforts.
• Serve as a charismatic ambassador for Temple Health.

Skills

Knowledge of major gift fundraising

Ability to engage diverse constituents

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills for relationship development

Initiative and collaboration

Familiarity with CRM/fundraising databases

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Blackbaud (FPM)

Job description

Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine division is searching for a Director of Development!

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following benefits:

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 11 paid holidays
• Tuition remission – eligible employees and dependents can obtain a degree tuition free
• A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Salary Grade: T28

Pay Range: $70,100‑$103,085 (annually)

Position Summary

The Temple Health Sciences Campus is searching for a motivated, goal‑oriented, and results‑driven candidate with proven experience in cultivating, securing, and stewarding major gifts to join our high‑achieving team as Director of Development (DOD) of the Temple Health Sciences Campus. The DOD will work collaboratively with development colleagues and stakeholders at the Health Sciences Campus, including the Dental, Pharmacy, and Podiatry Schools and the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, to support the advancement of Temple Health’s mission of excellence in education, research, and patient care, with an emphasis on raising funds for education. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, Health Sciences Campus, the DOD is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding prospects with the ability to make gifts of $50,000 or more.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree and at least six (6) years of fundraising experience in a clinical/healthcare or higher‑ed setting. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of, and experience with, both the art and science of major gift fundraising
• Demonstrated ability to raise and close major gifts (including current use, endowed, and estate gifts)
• Proven ability to engage and interact effectively with diverse constituents and serve as a charismatic ambassador
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to express information, including funding needs and giving opportunities
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and success with developing and sustaining relationships with key constituents
• Proven ability to take initiative and work both independently and collaboratively, as appropriate
• Conversational knowledge of basic planned/estate gift vehicles and concepts
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Attention to detail and ability to balance multiple priorities in a complex, fast‑paced environment
• Commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored
• Strong work ethic and determination to achieve goals
• Capability with Microsoft 365, as well as Banner, FPM (Blackbaud), or similar CRM/fundraising databases
• Ability to travel and work evening/weekend hours, as needed

Preferred Experience

• CFRE, PlusDelta, or other formal major gift fundraising training completed
• Experience in an academic and/or medical advancement setting
• Experience working in campaigns

This position requires a background check.

Hybrid work arrangement (on‑campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.

Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

Primary Location: Pennsylvania‑Philadelphia‑Health Sciences Campus (HSC)‑Medical Education and Research Building | Job: Staff | Schedule: Full‑time | Shift: Day Job | Employee Status: Regular