Director of Development, Anne Frank Center

University of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 87,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

13 Paid Holidays

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

University of South Carolina seeks a Director of Development for the Anne Frank Center to lead a comprehensive development program focused on major gifts. You will coordinate donor strategy, maintain strong donor relations, and manage a portfolio using Blackbaud CRM.

This role requires collaboration with university development teams and ongoing stewardship activities. Responsibilities include prospect management, solicitation planning, and meeting performance goals while traveling and supporting

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
• Outstanding oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to travel, work evenings and weekends, as required.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Prospect Manager for potential donors with capacity over $100,000 with emphasis on current and future major gifts for the AFC.
• Solicits prospective donors, including individuals, foundations, and corporations in coordination with central’s office of Corporate and Foundation Relations and/or the office of Gift and Estate Planning.
• Meets process performance goals set and established by the Senior DOD with consultation with the Director of Development that includes a set number of meaningful contacts, qualification visits, and solicitations.
• Actively works with Senior DOD, Vice President or director, department chairs, faculty, alumni and key volunteers in fundraising efforts.
• Develops a plan of work, including specific fundraising strategies, campaign, prospect development, and stewardship, priorities and needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Donor relations

Fundraising planning

Travel evenings & weekends

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Blackbaud CRM

Job description

Director of Development, Anne Frank Center

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by November 2, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Professional Development Opportunities

Business Title (Internal Title) Director of Development, Anne Frank Center

Campus

Campus Columbia

Work County

College/Division

College/Division Division of Development

Department

State Pay Range

State Pay Range G12

USC Market Range

USC Market Range MRK - $86,515 $110,307 $134,098

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range $86,515 - commensurate with qualifications

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time

Part/Full Time Full Time

Hours per Week 37.5

Work Schedule

• The standard hours are generally 8:30am – 5:00pm with one hour for lunch, 37.5 hours per week.
• Required to travel, work evenings, and weekends.
• Must have reliable means of transportation.

Basis

Basis 12 months

Job Search Category

Job Search Category Alumni Development

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Posting Summary Logo Posting Number STA00777PO26 Job Family Alumni Relations and Development Job Function Development USC Market Title Director of Development Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132003 Job Level P4 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Director of Development, Anne Frank Center Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Division of Development Department DEV Principal Gifts State Pay Range G12 USC Market Range MRK - $86,515 $110,307 $134,098 Anticipated Hiring Range $86,515 - commensurate with qualifications Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule

• The standard hours are generally 8:30am – 5:00pm with one hour for lunch, 37.5 hours per week.
• Required to travel, work evenings, and weekends.
• Must have reliable means of transportation.

Basis 12 months Job Search Category Alumni Development About USC About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Veterans' Preference Statement The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities. Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description Advertised Job Summary Under limited supervision, reporting to the Senior Director of Development (Senior DOD ) for Principal Gifts, the Director of Development for the Anne Frank Center ( AFC ) will be responsible for coordination and management of an effective, comprehensive and ongoing development program through major gifts fundraising. Responsibilities include planning, managing, implementation, promotion, coordination and administration of a comprehensive development program with an emphasis on major gifts for the AFC . This position will be part of the University Development and AFC teams and will operate within the system and procedures of USC Development to ensure consistent and well-coordinated activities. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 4 years proven experience in major gift/development in higher education and/or hybrid development model. Previous campaign experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of principles and methods of planning and conducting a comprehensive fundraising program. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with faculty, alumni, donors, students, volunteers, businesses, and the general public.
• Outstanding oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to travel, work evenings and weekends, as required.
• Effective computer experience including database operation and word processing. Proven ability to develop relationships with leaders in a broad range of professions.

Job Duties Job Duty Serves as Prospect Manager for potential donors with capacity over $100,000 with emphasis on current and future major gifts for the AFC . Responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting a gift portfolio that benefits the program priorities of the AFC . Uses Blackbaud CRM to coordinate and document all prospect and donor relationships as well as any relevant assignment, cultivation, or solicitation information or pending opportunities. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25% Job Duty Solicits prospective donors, including individuals, foundations, and corporations in coordination with central’s office of Corporate and Foundation Relations and/or the office of Gift and Estate Planning. Number of solicitations are set and established by the Senior DOD with consultation with the Director of Development that include individual solicitation goals. All solicitations are documented within a Plan and Opportunity in Blackbaud CRM . Establish a donor pipeline by entering all opportunities in Blackbaud CRM . Adheres to Prospect Development policies and procedures. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20% Job Duty Meets process performance goals set and established by the Senior DOD with consultation with the Director of Development that includes individual goals. These goals include a set number of meaningful contacts, qualification visits, and solicitations, with a focus on the Top 10 gift closures selected at the beginning of the fiscal year, and tracked via the Fundraiser Dashboard through timely documentation in Blackbaud CRM . Stewardship visits are strongly encouraged. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20% Job Duty Actively works with Senior DOD , Vice President or director, department chairs, faculty, alumni and key volunteers in fundraising efforts. Partners closely with Gift and Estate Planning, Annual Giving, and Corporate and Foundation Relations for opportunities to gain expertise from the support fundraising programs. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20% Job Duty In collaboration with the Senior DOD , develops a plan of work, including specific fundraising strategies, campaign, prospect development, and stewardship, priorities and needs. Prepares reports and other required information as requested. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5% Job Duty Serves as a member of the overall USC development team by collaborating with colleagues across disciplines on donor strategies. Files timely contact reports timed with reimbursement requests; maintains accurate records and provides updated information in Blackbaud CRM as appropriate. Serves on committees and attends staff meetings as required. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5% Job Duty Accepts and implements other specific assignments as directed. Essential Function No Percentage of Time 5% Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 01/04/2027 Job Open Date 10/15/2026 Job Close Date 11/02/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by November 2, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/214606

EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have at least a Bachelor's Degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If so, please tell us how you qualify?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What interest you most about this position?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have a reliable means of transportation?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have the ability to travel by the geographic location of donors/prospects; work evenings and weekends?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Although we accept resumes for review, the application is the official hiring document maintained by the university. Offers of employment and starting salaries are based on the education and work experience (including beginning and end dates) included in the university application only, not your resume. Have you included all details for all education, volunteer and work experiences in your job application?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References and Contact Information