Senior Director, Advancement Campaign and Principal Gift Operations Position Available In Lee, Alabama

Senior Director, Advancement Campaign and Principal Gift Operations
Employer
Auburn University
Location
Auburn, Alabama, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Jan 8, 2025
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Central Philanthropy Division Name
Senior VP, Advancement Position Title
Senior Director, Advancement Campaign and Principal Gift Operations Job Class Code
OA74 Appointment Status
Full-time Part-time FTE Limited Term
No Limited Term Length Job Summary Auburn Advancement is excited to begin the search for a Senior Director of Advancement Campaign and Principal Gift Operations to join our philanthropy team! In this position, you will oversee the strategy, execution, and success of our comprehensive fundraising campaigns and principal gift operations.

What You’ll Do:

Operational Excellence:

Manages campaign timelines. Committees, and events to ensure seamless execution and exceptional donor experiences. Analyze campaign performance, provide actionable insights, and adapt strategies to consistently exceed targets.

Collaborating Engagement:

Build and nurture strong partnerships across university leadership, faculty, and volunteers to unify efforts and achieve campaign goals.

Strategic Leadership:

Oversee the design and execution of a multi-year comprehensive fundraising campaign that aligns with Auburn’s strategic vision. Partner with senior leaders across Advancement and the University to establish and refine long-term campaign strategies.

Champion Philanthropy:

You’ll drive the strategic alignment of campaign priorities in partnership with Advancement leadership, ensuring every gift contributes to meaningful, long-term impact. Fostering trust and engagement with donors by delivering personalized, high-level stewardship that celebrates their commitment to Auburn’s future.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

Impactful Work:

Your efforts will directly contribute to the growth and success of Auburn University and its priorities.

Collaborative Environment:

Join a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to making a difference.

Purpose Driven Work:

Align your passion and fulfillment to your work, where you’re trusted to reach your full potential and achieve your pinnacle career experience.
Culture by

Design:

Thrive in a culture that champions respect, accountability, and professional development.
Now is the perfect time to join Auburn Advancement, a dynamic team encompassing Operations and Strategy, Culture and Talent, Engagement, Philanthropy, and Communications. Under the visionary leadership of Senior Vice President Rob Wellbaum

• a seasoned and respected advancement professional
• our organization is set to revolutionize the future of Advancement.

Essential Functions Purpose:

Collaborate with Advancement Senior Leadership and university leaders to refine and implement long-term campaign strategies aligned with Auburns Grounded and Groundbreaking strategic plan.
Manage principal gift operations, including high-level prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors capable of transformative contributions.

Collaboration:

Partner with deans, faculty, volunteers, and frontline fundraising teams to align campaign objectives across university departments.
Collaborate with the Associate Vice President of Philanthropy and Senior Vice President of Advancement to manage campaign planning and volunteer leadership activities.
Work with Advancement Events and other teams to orchestrate impactful campaign events and meetings.

Innovation:

Partner with internal stakeholders to develop dynamic campaign messaging and donor collateral that inspires action.
Design creative, individualized engagement and solicitation strategies for principal gift donors in partnership with the Advancement team.
Proactively assess changes in donor privacy, tax, and non-profit regulations to ensure Auburn’s operations stay ahead of trends and legal updates.

Production:

Achieve campaign and fundraising goals by analyzing metrics, updating leadership on progress, and adapting strategies to stay ahead of the curve.
Oversee campaign timelines, committee coordination, and detailed execution of Auburn’s comprehensive fundraising campaign. This role requires frequent travel Why Work at Auburn?

Life-Changing Impact :

Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

Culture of Excellence :

We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We’re Here for

You :

Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

Sweet Home Alabama :

The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for

Everyone :

Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? today! War Eagle! Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
10 years of experience in Advancement, with a focus on fundraising, campaign planning and/or principal gifts
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications Minimum Skills and Abilities Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications Desired Qualifications Desired Qualifications Posting Detail Information Salary Range
$105,060

• $199,610 Job Category
  Auburn Advancement Working Hours if Non-Traditional
  Monday

• Friday:

  7:45am

• 4:45pm
• may occasionally work nights and weekends.

City position is located in:

Auburn State position is located:
Alabama List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position Posting Date
01/08/2025 Closing Date Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance ( EOC ) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more. Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/50504
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Cover Letter
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Auburn University:

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