What are the responsibilities and job description for the Leadership Giving Officer position at Slippery Rock University?
The Leadership Giving Officer is an early-career fundraising professional responsible for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors in support of the University’s comprehensive fundraising campaign. This position will manage a portfolio of prospective and current donors with the goal of securing gifts in the $1,000–$5,000 range and advancing donors through the full fundraising cycle.
The University is currently in the public phase of a $35 million comprehensive campaign. The Leadership Giving Officer will play an important role in helping build campaign momentum and expand the University’s base of leadership-level donors.
Minimum Qualifications
1-3 years fundraising or sales experience or equivalent experience (higher ed or direct sales experience preferred)
Ability and willingness to travel
Experience working with diverse populations
Successful performance in an interview and passing a criminal background check
Ability and willingness to travel
Experience working with diverse populations
Successful performance in an interview and passing a criminal background check
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s deree
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills
Ability to analyze and manage competing priorities in a complex environment
Proven ability to work independently
Knowledge of prospect management systems and fund raising software
Posting Detail Information
Posting Date
09/30/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Exec. Director Campus Climate, Culture, and Compliance
205 Old Main Building
104 Maltby Avenue
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724.738.2070
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Exec. Director Campus Climate, Culture, and Compliance
205 Old Main Building
104 Maltby Avenue
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724.738.2070
Respect for Individuals in the Community
Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is located on site, in Slippery Rock, PA.
Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.
Full consideration will be given to applications received by October 31, 2026.
Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.
Full consideration will be given to applications received by October 31, 2026.