Assistant Dean of Development and Alumni Relations, College of Education and Human Development.

About the role

At Temple University Institutional Advancement, we believe philanthropy is a powerful force for expanding opportunity, advancing discovery, and transforming lives. We are committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, recognizing that a broad range of perspectives strengthens our ability to engage alumni, donors, and community partners in meaningful ways. As Temple embarks on a historic $1.5 billion comprehensive campaign in support of the university's Forward with Purpose strategic plan, we seek talented professionals who are passionate about higher education, relationship‑building, and advancing a culture of philanthropy. We welcome candidates who will contribute to an inclusive, collaborative, and mission‑driven environment where all employees are empowered to thrive and make a lasting impact on the future of Temple University.

Responsibilities

• Manage fundraising within the College of Education and Human Development.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with new and prospective donors.
• Demonstrate familiarity with the major gift solicitation cycle (identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors capable of gifts of $50,000 and higher).
• Work closely with Institutional Advancement central operations to align unit‑based priorities with institutional leadership.
• Manage the College's Board of Visitors (BOV), including recruiting new BOV members, directing the BOV’s focus, and executing regularly scheduled BOV meetings.
• Serve on the Dean's administrative leadership team and create and implement strategies to support funding of the College’s priorities.
• Interact with senior staff, faculty, and other colleagues throughout Temple University.
• Manage the College's development and alumni relations staff (development associate and major gift officer).
• Travel locally, regionally, and nationally to cultivate, solicit, and steward donors; engage alumni and stakeholders; attend fundraising events; and advance fundraising and strategic priorities, including nights and weekends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least seven years of related experience required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Successful completion of Cash Handling and Personally Identifiable Information background check required.

Qualifications

• Higher/education fundraising experience with a proven track record of closing six‑ and seven‑figure gifts preferred.
• Experience fundraising for a capital campaign.

Skills

• Experience working in a fast‑paced work environment as well as motivating and managing individuals for maximum performance.
• Excellent interpersonal skills required with the ability to interact with a diverse group of constituents both inside and outside the university.
• Knowledge of planned giving techniques and the programs available to implement such gifts.
• Entrepreneurial skills in identifying donors, cultivating meaningful relationships, and facilitating gifts.
• Demonstrated creativity and strategic thinking with the ability to take initiative and the willingness to learn.
• Ability to make policy decisions when necessary, multi‑task, set priorities, adapt to changes, and meet deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to travel locally, regionally, and throughout the assigned territory to cultivate and steward donor relationships, attend fundraising events, and represent the organization, including nights and weekends.
• Highly energetic, organized, and enthusiastic professional with a track record of building donor relationships, working collaboratively and strategically, with strong knowledge of fundraising principles, ethics, and practices in a large, decentralized organization.

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule
• Full