Head of Development & Alumni Engagement

Kentucky AG; Northern, Danbury (KY, CT); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Western Connecticut State University seeks a strategic leader to direct Development & Alumni Engagement. The role manages high-potential donors and alumni prospects, guides staff, and uses data-driven strategies to expand philanthropic support.

You will oversee major gifts, alumni relations, events, and partnerships to advance university priorities and engagement. Salary reflects senior fundraising leadership with a comprehensive benefits package; visa/background checks apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Proven track record in closing major gifts ($25k+) and donor stewardship.
• Experience with capital campaigns and higher education fundraising preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of high-potential donors and alumni prospects.
• Lead a comprehensive alumni relations program and engagement initiatives.
• Develop data-informed fundraising, campaigns, and engagement strategies.
• Collaborate with campus departments and leadership to identify funding opportunities.

Skills

Fundraising

Alumni relations

Donor engagement

Relationship building

Event planning

Data-driven strategy

Raiser’s Edge CRM

AI fundraising tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Raiser’s Edge CRM

Microsoft Outlook

Advancement software

AI tools for fundraising

Job description

Western Connecticut State University seeks a strategic leader to direct Development & Alumni Engagement. The role manages high-potential donors and alumni prospects, guides staff, and uses data-driven strategies to expand philanthropic support.

You will oversee major gifts, alumni relations, events, and partnerships to advance university priorities and engagement. Salary reflects senior fundraising leadership with a comprehensive benefits package; visa/background checks apply.