Director - College Development I
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
This role provides good compensation for the responsibilities in university fundraising; however, it seeks highly experienced candidates.
- Salary range: $57,113 - $71,487/year
- Impactful role in university fundraising initiatives.
- Experience in fundraising required.
- May involve high-pressure situations to meet goals.
Pros
- Compensation range ($57,113 - $71,487) is competitive for development roles.
- Opportunities to make significant impacts through fundraising.
- Comprehensive benefits package including paid leave.
Cons
- Experience in fundraising limiting to senior-level professionals.
- Job may require evening and weekend work.
- Pressure to meet fundraising goals can be significant.
Who it's for
Mid to Senior-Level • On-site with some off-site meetings.
Good fit
- Experienced development officers in higher education.
- Fundraising professionals passionate about education.
- Individuals looking to drive impact in university settings.
Not recommended for
- Entry-level candidates or those without fundraising history.
- People uninterested in academic fundraising.
- Candidates who prefer non-competitive environments.
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Director - College Development I
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Work Type: Administrative
Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Categories: Development and Foundation
Job Title
Director - College Development I
Department
Development Office
Salary
$57,113 - $71,487; commensurate with experience
Job Summary/Basic Function
MTSU seeks a skilled Director of Development to lead a comprehensive fundraising program in the Borchetta College of Media and Entertainment. The Director will have responsibility for all advancement activities in the college, focusing primarily on the successful cultivation and solicitation of major and planned gifts ($25,000+). Additional focus will include campaign planning, leadership annual giving, and donor stewardship. The Director will build and manage a portfolio of 80 - 100 major gift prospects; coordinate extensive schedule of personal visits with individuals, corporations and foundations, involving the dean and other faculty appropriately; support the overall fund-raising efforts of the Development Office and the University; and develop strategic fund-raising goals and plans, elevating overall fund-raising in the Borchetta College of Media and Entertainment. Occasional night and weekend hours are required. Perform other related tasks or special projects as assigned.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree required.
Required Related Experience
Three years of fundraising experience, or related experience in sales, marketing, and/or communications.
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume Required
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Application Review Date: November 18, 2025; for optimal consideration, please apply before November 4, 2025
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