Senior Development Officer

Description

Compensation: $75,000-$85,000 annually 

Regular, Full-Time, Exempt

Location: Manhattan, KS (onsite) - This position is not eligible for remote or hybrid work environments 

Supporting College: College of Veterinary Medicine

Kansas State University Foundation is where purpose-driven work and pioneering business strategies unite to create careers that matter. As a Senior Development Officer for the College of Veterinary Medicine, you’ll become part of a mission-driven team dedicated to changing lives and empowering people to make a difference in the world through K-State.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

We’re proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance coverage
• A 403(b)-retirement plan with a 10% company contribution
• Paid leave, including vacation, sick time, personal days, and six weeks of parental leave
• Tuition assistance and a $300 annual wellness reimbursement
• A flexible work environment that values your personal and professional growth

At the Kansas State University Foundation, you’ll find more than just a career—you’ll find a purpose. As a fundraiser, you’ll help shape the future of the College of Veterinary Medicine, build lasting donor relationships, and create a legacy of giving that changes lives for generations.

This isn’t just a job—it’s an opportunity to use your skills to build meaningful relationships, inspire transformational giving, and help alumni and donors support the university they love. You’ll focus on major gift fundraising and collaborate with a passionate team that shares your commitment to excellence.

What You'll Do:

• Make qualification calls and visits to cultivate, solicit, and steward major gifts of $50,000+
• Collaborate with development colleagues to create strategies for donor engagement and solicitation
• Maintain meticulous records of donor interactions and proposals in Salesforce
• Travel to meet with donors and manage multiple high-impact relationships effectively

Requirements

• 5+ years of full-time, transferable experience in positions that were metrics focused, requiring measurable output and relationship building
• Experience calling, conduct face-to-face appointments, manage relationships, and present proposals effectively
• Proven ability to communicate effectively and persuasively with a diverse client base
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on active listening and effective collaboration in team settings
• Travel required

What we want:

• Bachelor's degree
• Prior experience in fundraising or sales, with a focus on developing and managing a portfolio of donors or clients and successfully closing gifts or completing sales cycles
• Strong understanding of fundraising techniques and systems 
• Strong ability to prioritize, organize, and manage complex projects to meet deadlines and deliver results

Our Culture

It’s all about belonging. Our organization performs at its absolute best when fostering a welcoming environment. Learn more about our culture on our website!

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and become a vital part of our mission? Apply today and start your journey as a fundraiser who makes a difference every day.