Executive Director, Development - College of Business

Advancement & Partnerships:

Join our dynamic and growing Advancement & Partnerships team as we work together to power partnerships and transform lives through philanthropy.

Together, we can unleash the potential of people and ideas to positively change the world. Your efforts on our team will help us to build the University for the Future.

The Opportunity:

The Executive Director of Development, College of Business serves as the college's chief fundraising officer and is responsible for developing and executing a strategic fundraising plan aligned with the Dean's vision and college priorities. This leadership role manages a team of development professionals, maintains a portfolio of major and principal gift prospects, and collaborates closely with college and university leadership to advance philanthropic goals.

This is a high-impact opportunity to lead fundraising efforts for one of UCF's most innovative and entrepreneurial colleges.

Classification Title: Development Director III

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the Chief Fundraiser for the College of Business, partnering with the Dean and leadership to define annual fundraising strategies and goals.

• Manage a personal portfolio of major and principal gift prospects, with a focus on discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for all development initiatives within the College of Business.

• Supervise and mentor a team of development professionals and support staff, ensuring collaboration and performance excellence.

• Develop and execute targeted strategies to engage university officials, alumni, and key volunteers in fundraising efforts.

• Lead donor recognition, stewardship, and engagement initiatives, including events that promote the College of Business and its impact.

• Support volunteer board and committee development, with an emphasis on diverse and engaged leadership.

• Ensure adherence to fundraising best practices, performance benchmarks, and effective use of CRM and reporting tools.

• Oversee fundraising-related budget planning and resource allocation to maximize effectiveness and return on investment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree and 6+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information

Preferred Qualifications:

We're looking for a dynamic fundraising leader who is passionate about the transformative power of business education. The strongest candidates may also bring:

• Proven experience securing major and principal gifts in a higher education or nonprofit environment.

• Strong understanding of academic fundraising and donor engagement strategies.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire high-performing teams.

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build trust.

• Experience working with deans, university leadership, and volunteer boards.

• Familiarity with UCF or the Central Florida philanthropic community is a plus.

• Comfort working in complex, fast-paced environments with multiple stakeholders.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

Advancement and Partnerships values the unique contributions that each team member brings to our division. The anticipated salary for a well-qualified candidate is $117,747 - $150,000.

The final determination of a successful candidate's starting salary will vary based on several factors, including education and relevant experience. The anticipated pay scale indicated for this position generally applies to candidates who meet the minimum requirements and several of the preferred qualifications outlined above.

All offers are contingent on successful background and reference screens.

Classification Title: Development Director III

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

• Education assistance

• Flexible work environment

• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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