Director of Development

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Oneonta, NY Posted:

Feb 20, 2026

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197457

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SUNY Oneonta has an exciting opportunity to join our Division of University Advancement as the Director of Development , a key leadership role that helps strengthen philanthropic support and advance the mission of the university. This role provides a significant opportunity to lead a high-performing advancement team, including direct supervision of professional staff and indirect oversight of support staff and approximately 20 student employees through the Phonathon program. The Director also works closely with university leadership and the SUNY Oneonta Foundation Board of Directors. In this role, you will lead strategic annual giving initiatives, enhance donor stewardship efforts, and oversee advancement services to build and sustain meaningful relationships with alumni, donors, and friends of the university. The ideal candidate will enjoy collaborating across departments, mentoring staff, introducing strategic program enhancements, and fostering a culture of philanthropy and engagement. The Division of University Advancement works to increase charitable giving for SUNY Oneonta, strengthen alumni traditions and networks, and build sustained, long-term relationships that promote the reputation and success of the university. As a valuable partner to departments across campus, University Advancement helps secure resources and create opportunities that benefit students, faculty, staff, and the broader SUNY Oneonta community. Through its collaborative work, the Division fulfills important and meaningful roles to support institutional priorities and overall student and alumni experiences. To learn more about SUNY Oneonta or the Division of University Advancement, please visit https://suny.oneonta.

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//suny.oneonta.edu/division-university-advancement . Duties include but are not limited to: Providing strategic leadership for the university's annual fundraising program, donor stewardship programs, advancement services, and the Raiser's Edge NXT alumni and donor database. Strengthening donor engagement by utilizing and enhancing a Donor Stewardship Matrix to broaden the methods and cadence of donor appreciation and outreach. Mentoring, coaching, and developing staff to cultivate a culture that supports innovation, professional growth, and purposeful program improvement. Advancing annual giving strategies through new approaches in audience segmentation, personalization, and multi-channel outreach, including Phonathon and Fund for Oneonta programs. Managing a portfolio of 20-40 current and prospective leadership annual giving donors with tailored stewardship, relationship development, and solicitation strategies.

Salary:

$90,000 - $94,000 commensurate with experience. SUNY Oneonta is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer. Information on SUNY's comprehensive benefits offerings can be found at https://www.suny.edu/benefits . Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising/development or related fields emphasizing strategic relationship-building or revenue generation (e.g., business-to-consumer sales, CRM-driven marketing, client relationship management, campaign fundraising, or client service operations) Demonstrated success meeting financial and/or engagement goals Proven experience as a department or unit leader and manager Ability to cultivate relationships with internal and external stakeholders Professional experience using a CRM database Excellent written communication skills Experience supervising professional staff Ability to work independently and collaboratively Valid driver's license Willingness to travel and work evenings/weekends as needed

Preferred:

Master's degree Proficiency with Raiser's Edge NXT Demonstrated strengths in strategic planning and program development Experience collaborating with leadership volunteers in a nonprofit or advancement setting Familiarity with higher-education advancement operations and culture Experience working with and serving diverse populations

Additional Information:

SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully. The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special. SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity . Moreover, the University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. "At SUNY Oneonta, we believe that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation." - President Alberto Cardelle.

Application Instructions:

To apply online go to: http://oneonta.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?

JOBID=197457. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (required). You may add additional documents you would like a candidate to supply. For other employment and regional opportunities, please visit our website at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/about-oneonta/employment . Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Powered by