Weber State University
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Position Information Position Title: Development Director
Requisition Number: S02268P
Position Category: Staff
Campus Location: Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week: 40
Months per year: 12
Pay Grade: E33
FLSA: Exempt
Job Summary/Basic Function Weber State University invites applications for the position of Development Director (specific job grade will depend on the applicant’s qualifications) for the Goddard School of Business & Economics. The University launched the public phase of Amplify Weber State: The Campaign for Weber State January 9, 2026, announcing $125,547,910 has been raised toward the $200 million goal. Priorities include scholarships, teaching excellence and meeting workforce needs. Reporting to the Campaign Director, the Development Director will work closely with Goddard School of Business & Economics leadership to enhance and support their fundraising efforts. They are responsible for the identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and ongoing stewardship of prospects capable of gifts in excess of $35,000. All Development staff, including any new hires, are expected to work as a team toward ‘Big W’ objectives and goals while also having primary responsibility for major gift fundraising within their assigned college/division including arranging visits with individuals, corporations, foundations and the preparation of private funding proposals. This position is specifically responsible for expanding the Goddard School of Business & Economics donor base by forging new relationships with potential major gift donors. They are responsible for generating and tracking progress on a portfolio of 45 – 50 major gift prospects and soliciting them for gifts and pledges. The Development Director actively engages prospects in the portfolio and schedules approximately 165 significant contacts annually; to include 44 qualification contacts. In addition, the Development Director will be tasked to complete a minimum of 15 major gift solicitations annually.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in private fundraising, marketing, sales, communication, psychology, business management, or related fields
One year of experience in private fundraising
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree
Strong oral communication, listening, writing, technology and interpersonal skills
An understanding of, commitment to, and ability to articulate the value of higher education both conceptually and as it relates to the local region
Experience working in a college, university, or non-profit setting
Experience working both independently and as part of a team identifying and cultivating prospective donors and soliciting philanthropic support; including planned giving opportunities
History of interacting positively with a variety of internal and external constituencies
Track record of displaying integrity and the ability to keep confidences regarding personal information
Excellent attention to detail and ability to perform well under pressure in a metric driven organization
A successful candidate will be willing to provide a background check.
Benefits Summary WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Job Dates Job Open Date: 01/27/2026
Review Date: 02/10/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Notes to Applicant NOTE : Position can be filled as a Development Director I, II or Senior Development Director depending on candidate qualifications. If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $60,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous
benefits package . To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references. For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete. Screening of applications will begin February 10, 2026. Position will remain open until filled. Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Physical Activity of this position Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet, Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly, Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of this position Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements Including color, depth perception and field of vision.
Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.
Conditions of the position None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
jobs.weber.edu
KSL
Chronicle of Higher Education
Higher Ed Jobs
Agency Referral
Personal Referral
Internal Job Posting
Advertisement/Publication
Other web advertisement
Other
* Do you have or have you ever been issued a W# By Weber State University? Yes or No. If yes, please enter your W# (W followed by eight numbers).
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
List of References with Contact Info
Optional Documents
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Position Information Position Title: Development Director
Requisition Number: S02268P
Position Category: Staff
Campus Location: Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week: 40
Months per year: 12
Pay Grade: E33
FLSA: Exempt
Job Summary/Basic Function Weber State University invites applications for the position of Development Director (specific job grade will depend on the applicant’s qualifications) for the Goddard School of Business & Economics. The University launched the public phase of Amplify Weber State: The Campaign for Weber State January 9, 2026, announcing $125,547,910 has been raised toward the $200 million goal. Priorities include scholarships, teaching excellence and meeting workforce needs. Reporting to the Campaign Director, the Development Director will work closely with Goddard School of Business & Economics leadership to enhance and support their fundraising efforts. They are responsible for the identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and ongoing stewardship of prospects capable of gifts in excess of $35,000. All Development staff, including any new hires, are expected to work as a team toward ‘Big W’ objectives and goals while also having primary responsibility for major gift fundraising within their assigned college/division including arranging visits with individuals, corporations, foundations and the preparation of private funding proposals. This position is specifically responsible for expanding the Goddard School of Business & Economics donor base by forging new relationships with potential major gift donors. They are responsible for generating and tracking progress on a portfolio of 45 – 50 major gift prospects and soliciting them for gifts and pledges. The Development Director actively engages prospects in the portfolio and schedules approximately 165 significant contacts annually; to include 44 qualification contacts. In addition, the Development Director will be tasked to complete a minimum of 15 major gift solicitations annually.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in private fundraising, marketing, sales, communication, psychology, business management, or related fields
One year of experience in private fundraising
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree
Strong oral communication, listening, writing, technology and interpersonal skills
An understanding of, commitment to, and ability to articulate the value of higher education both conceptually and as it relates to the local region
Experience working in a college, university, or non-profit setting
Experience working both independently and as part of a team identifying and cultivating prospective donors and soliciting philanthropic support; including planned giving opportunities
History of interacting positively with a variety of internal and external constituencies
Track record of displaying integrity and the ability to keep confidences regarding personal information
Excellent attention to detail and ability to perform well under pressure in a metric driven organization
A successful candidate will be willing to provide a background check.
Benefits Summary WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Job Dates Job Open Date: 01/27/2026
Review Date: 02/10/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Notes to Applicant NOTE : Position can be filled as a Development Director I, II or Senior Development Director depending on candidate qualifications. If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $60,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous
benefits package . To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references. For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete. Screening of applications will begin February 10, 2026. Position will remain open until filled. Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Physical Activity of this position Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet, Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly, Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of this position Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements Including color, depth perception and field of vision.
Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.
Conditions of the position None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
jobs.weber.edu
KSL
Chronicle of Higher Education
Higher Ed Jobs
Agency Referral
Personal Referral
Internal Job Posting
Advertisement/Publication
Other web advertisement
Other
* Do you have or have you ever been issued a W# By Weber State University? Yes or No. If yes, please enter your W# (W followed by eight numbers).
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
List of References with Contact Info
Optional Documents
#J-18808-Ljbffr