Assistant Development Director – Major Gifts – 43292

FLSA EMPLOYMENT CATEGORY : Salaried; Exempt; Administrative; Full time

DEPARTMENT : Advancement

POSITION SUMMARY :

Alma College, building on the success of its historic Our Time is Now campaign, which raised a record $125 million, is investing in the next generation of advancement professionals. As an Assistant Development Director – Major Gifts , you will join a mission-driven team dedicated to securing philanthropic support for key priorities including the annual fund, endowment, scholarships, planned gifts, and capital projects.

This entry-level position offers a clear growth pathway in major gift fundraising. You will receive mentorship from experienced professionals, training in innovative donor engagement strategies, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in advancing Alma College’s mission .

SUPERVISION RECEIVED / EXERCISED :

Reports directly to the Development Director and has no supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Portfolio Development & Donor Engagement

– Assist in managing and growing a portfolio of prospective major gift donors through cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.

– Participate in donor visits—both independently and alongside senior development officers—to build strong, mission-centered relationships.

– Work with advancement colleagues, faculty, staff, alumni, and volunteers to identify prospects and create strategies for engagement.

– Contribute to integrated fundraising efforts that align with institutional priorities.

– Help plan, execute, and attend donor-focused events—both on campus and in key alumni markets.

– Support volunteer-led initiatives, class reunion giving, and affinity group outreach.

– Engage in ongoing training in donor cultivation, prospect research, database use, and emerging trends in fundraising technology.

– Learn and apply digital storytelling and data-informed outreach strategies to connect with donors.

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APPLICATION PROCESS :

For full consideration, qualified candidates must complete the following steps :

Applications will be accepted through October 3, 2025.

Alma College is classified as a selective Baccalaureate College : Diverse Fields by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. Alma is committed to academic excellence and the development of responsible leaders; our students thrive on challenging academic programs in a supportive, small-college environment emphasizing active, collaborative learning and close student-faculty interaction. Alma is a private Phi Beta Kappa institution located in the center of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula.

Alma College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.

Alma College recognizes that we are all transformed when we celebrate and value the varied identities, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives in our campus community. We are committed to recognizing and removing barriers to success and providing equitable access to opportunities through education and advocacy. In our increasingly diverse campus and world, we pledge to create a climate where everyone is safe and free to grow intellectually, spiritually, and emotionally. For more information about the College, visit www.alma.edu .

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