Director of Development

Director of Development | Please see Special Instructions for more details. You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more; Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount and more This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station. Posting Details Classification Information Classification Type EHRA Position Overview Primary Purpose of Position This position is responsible for the qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies for an assigned group of prospects, including individuals and corporations/foundations, with a focus on major gift activity; identification and qualification of new prospects; and managing assigned fundraising projects. Primary Function of Organizational Unit The mission of the division is to expand the University’s relationship within the community for the purposes of increasing both the financial and Human Resources of the University. To provide operating structure and central administrative support for the Vice Chancellor and the departmental units. Minimum Requirements Minimum of a bachelor’s degree required with related experience. Experience in higher education fundraising, non-profit fundraising, sales or other relevant experience required. Ability to work independently and in teams, meet high goals and interact effectively with alumni, friends, faculty and staff in a comprehensive research university setting. Willingness to travel and work weekends. Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education Master’s degree. Seven years or more of related experience. Skills and experience relevant to securing major gifts, which can include front line fundraising, financial advising, and estate planning, and sales A strategic, entrepreneurial, and innovative approach to fundraising A knowledge of contemporary philanthropy and the vehicles available to individuals to achieve their philanthropic goals A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and collaboratively The capacity to communicate with a wide variety of individuals and inspire them to support programming in a broad range of University programs An understanding of complex, comprehensive institutions and an appreciation for and understanding of diverse audiences and communities. Required License or Certification n/a Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. Position Information Working Title Director of Development Position Number 009911 Recruitment Salary Range $80,000 - $98,307 FLSA Exempt Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time Tenure Track No FTE If Time Limited, Appointment Length Organizational Division Assoc VC for Development Organizational Location VC for University Advancement Organizational Unit Assoc VC for Development Posting Detail Information Posting Number EPA3122 Open Date 07/10/2026 Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled 08/14/2026 Open Until Filled No Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search 08/14/2026 Date Position Available 09/01/2026 Special Instructions to Applicant You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity. Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more; Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees Community Service Leave Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more 12 Paid Holidays Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Campus Recreation Center Discount University Bookstore Discount and more This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station. Quick Link https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/40815 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). What experience have you had in private and public fundraising? (Open Ended Question) If you indicated you learned of this employment opportunity from an “Other” source please advise where you learned of the position: (Open Ended Question) Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Letter of Reference 1 Letter of Reference 2 Letter of Reference 3 Copy of Education Transcripts Optional Documents Other Document Contact Division of Human Resources Phone: (336) 334-7862 Fax: (336) 285-2799 Email: hr@ncat.edu 1806 E. Market Street, Suite 401, Greensboro, NC 27401

Salary : $80,000 - $98,307