Director Of Principal Gifts, Usc Athletics

USC Athletics

Los Angeles, California, US
$130,000 - $150,000 py
Hybrid
Principal gift fundraising
Cultivating and soliciting major gifts
Donor lifecycle management
This is a key frontline fundraiser responsible for securing major philanthropic support for one of the nation’s premier athletics programs

Job Summary

  • This is a key frontline fundraiser responsible for securing major philanthropic support for one of the nation’s premier athletics programs.
  • The Director will thrive on building authentic relationships, developing thoughtful solicitation strategies, and achieving ambitious fundraising goals that directly enhance the student-athlete experience, support facility improvements, and strengthen USC’s leadership in collegiate athletics.
  • This is a hybrid position under USC’s current work arrangement plan.

Matching Summary

This is a key frontline fundraiser responsible for securing major philanthropic support for one of the nation’s premier athletics programs.

Salary

$130,000 - $150,000

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Principal gift fundraising
  • Cultivating and soliciting major gifts
  • Donor lifecycle management
  • Strategic solicitation strategies
  • Achieving fundraising goals
  • Frontline fundraising experience

Nice-to-have

  • Building authentic relationships
  • Passion for collegiate athletics
  • Thrives in fast-paced environment
  • Data-informed strategies
  • Engaging high-level donors

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum five (5) years of professional fundraising experience
  • Demonstrated track record of success securing gifts
  • Ability to manage, balance and prioritize tasks
  • Master's degree preferred
  • Seven (7) or more years of relevant experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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