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Director​/Sr. Director of Development

Job in Manhattan, Riley County, Kansas, 66506, USA
Listing for: Kansas State University Foundation
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Program / Project Manager, Operations Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 125000 - 140000 USD Yearly USD 125000.00 140000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Director/Sr. Director of Development

Location:

Manhattan, KS (onsite)

Supporting College:
College of Business Administration

Positions Available: 1

Regular, Full-Time, Exempt

Kansas State University Foundation provided pay range

This range is provided by Kansas State University Foundation. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$/yr - $/yr

Compensation
  • Director of Development: $100,000-$125,000
  • Senior Director of Development: $125,000 - $140,000

In our pursuit of being the best development shop and acquiring top talent, position title and salary will be commensurate with experience.

What we offer:
  • Competitive benefits package including health, dental, company paid life insurance, and a variety of voluntary benefits. A 403(b) retirement plan with 10% company contribution
  • Paid leave including vacation, sick, personal and volunteer. Six weeks of paid parental leave. Paid holidays and company paid HSA contributions. A work environment that embraces flexibility inside of a framework
  • Mission-driven work that changes the lives of people around the world
  • Tuition and certification assistance and a $300 annual reimbursement wellness program
  • View more benefits on our website or !
What does success look like in this position?
  • Motivated leader who can balance raising money and leading a team of fundraisers, understanding the importance of both.
  • Ability to meet pre-established goals in face-to-face visits, dollars raised, and proposals delivered.
  • Comfortable presenting materials and not afraid to make the ask at $50k+
A day in the life could be:

In collaboration with university partners and foundation colleagues, discuss major donor prospects, strategy, and solicitations. Make qualification calls/visits, and in some cases cultivate, solicit, provide recognition, and steward appropriately major gifts for the College of Business Administration, with an emphasis on gifts of $50,000+. Manage staff, including recruitment, retention, performance management, coaching and development. Utilize KSUF resources to facilitate professional development for the team and grow the talent pipeline.

Requirements:
  • Director: 5+ years of metrics-driven fundraising experience requiring measurable output, with an emphasis on managing a portfolio of donors and closing gifts
  • Senior Director: 7+ years of metrics-driven fundraising experience requiring measurable output, with an emphasis on managing a portfolio of donors and closing gifts
  • 2+ years (5+ for Senior Director) of leadership experience overseeing individual contributors, with a proven ability to inspire teams and effectively give and receive constructive feedback
  • Experience calling, conducting face-to-face appointments, managing relationships, creating and presenting proposals, and other fundamental elements of client/donor relationship or sales-related activities
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively and persuasively with a diverse client base, with an emphasis on engaged listening, and success working in a team setting
  • A valid motor vehicle operator’s license with an acceptable driving record
What we want:
  • Ability to prioritize and organize/follow through on complex projects and plans to deliver results, while meeting deadlines
  • Solid understanding of development techniques and systems based on past performance
Travel:

Not specified.

Seniority Level
  • Director
  • Senior Director
Employment Type
  • Full-Time
Job Function
  • Management, Sales, and Other

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