Regional Director of Development - West & Southwest

Position Details

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Position Information

Position Title

Regional Director of Development - West & Southwest

Status

Full Time

Job Summary

The Regional Director of Development - West & Southwest manages relationships with alumni, families, and friends across California, Texas, Arizona, Colorado, and Arkansas, focusing on securing gifts of $100,000 or more. This individual plays a critical role in driving regional campaign success, serving as a lead fundraiser and ambassador for Tuskegee University in key national markets

This is a remote position with regular travel throughout the assigned region and to Tuskegee University.

Essential Job Duties

Manage a portfolio of at least 100 major gift prospects

Execute 10-12 high-impact prospect interactions per month

Create tailored cultivation and solicitation strategies

Partner with advancement leadership and gift officers for coordinated donor outreach

Represent the university at regional alumni and donor events

Keep prospect activity current in the CRM system and contribute to campaign tracking

Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training)

Bachelor's degree required (any field)

At least 3 years of experience in fundraising, sales, communications, or marketing

Additional Desirable Qualifications:

Knowledge of Tuskegee University's history, mission, and alumni community.

Understanding of advancement, fundraising, or alumni engagement processes.

Cultural competency and demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations.

Physical Demands

Ability to operate standard office equipment

Ability to walk short distances

Ability to lift and carry parcels, packages and other items

Ability to view a computer terminal

Skills and Attributes

Skills:

Strong track record of relationship development and goal achievement

Ability:

Ability to work independently and travel frequently

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

S845

Will this position required travel?

Yes

Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?

No

Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?

NO

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

05/16/2025

Close Date

12/16/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions Summary

Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:

Tuskegee University employment application

Cover Letter

Resume/CV

Recommendation letters

Copies of unofficial transcripts.

Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire

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