Development Officer - Corps of Cadets

Brief Description

This position is located onsite in College Station, Texas.

About the Role

The Texas A&M Foundation is seeking a Development Officer to support the Corps of Cadets, with flexibility to hire at the level of Associate Development Officer, Assistant Director of Development, or Director of Development depending on the selected candidate’s experience, skillset, and demonstrated success in fundraising.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic fundraising plans aligned with the Foundation’s priorities and the Corps of Cadets’ mission and objectives
• Cultivate, solicit, and close major and principal gifts in support of Corps priorities, programs, and strategic initiatives
• Partner closely with Corps leadership, university partners, and Foundation colleagues to identify philanthropic opportunities and translate needs into compelling cases for support
• Lead stewardship efforts to ensure donors feel valued, informed, and meaningfully connected to the impact of their philanthropy
• Build and manage a portfolio of donors and prospects, maintaining strong relationships through personalized outreach and consistent engagement
• Collaborate across development teams to ensure alignment, data integrity, and coordinated donor strategies
• Represent the Foundation and the Corps of Cadets at donor meetings, events, and campus engagements as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising, development, sales, or a related relationship-driven field, with level determined based on years of experience and demonstrated outcomes
• Proven ability to build and maintain meaningful relationships with a wide range of constituents
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with a consultative and donor-centric approach

What We Have To Offer

• Competitive total compensation package with performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, identity protection, and more available at no cost to you
• Retirement planning with a 17% contribution toward your retirement