Development Coordinator

Development Coordinator

The Development Coordinator reports to the Sr. Director of Development for the Bellini College and manages all aspects of the college's donor relations programs, including developing and maintaining a streamlined stewardship process, overseeing the Gift Acknowledgement Program, coordinating and executing donor-centered activities and special events (including board meetings), correspondence, and serving as a liaison with academic and administrative departments regarding the college's fundraising efforts. The Development Coordinator also handles sponsorship solicitations and works in partnership with the Bellini College leadership team on the planning and implementation of the department's strategic initiatives and activities.

Opened in 2025 and powered by a University of South Florida record $40 million gift from Arnie and Lauren Bellini, USF's Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing is the first in Florida, and among the first in the nation, to unify AI, cybersecurity, and computing within a single college. More than 65 faculty members focus on cutting-edge research and educating 3,000+ bachelor's, master's, and doctoral students across 15 degree programs in computer science, cybersecurity, AI, information technology, and computer engineering. The college emphasizes industry-relevant education and experiential learning to prepare students for real-world challenges. It also serves as the central hub for AI and cybersecurity research and teaching at USF, collaborating with colleges and units across the university.

Hiring Range : $58,850-$65,000

Responsibilities :

• 20% - Develops and maintains a streamlined, professional stewardship process. Develops and maintains donor and executive committee databases. Maintains alumni and partner contact information in the Foundation CRM system. Provides the leadership team with data reports on an as-needed basis. Supports the establishment of a professional reputation for the Bellini College through interactions with corporate and individual donors. Conducts research projects to support Development Office activities. Assists with the preparation of donor stewardship reports. Support the development of timely correspondence for donor stewardship. Regularly reviews operations to identify efficiencies and process improvements.
• 20% - Serves as a liaison with industry partners, individuals, USF leadership / faculty / staff, and students regarding the Bellini College's philanthropic efforts. Coordinates with the Bellini College's Sr. Director of Development, Director of Operations, and Director of Student Success, and student organizations as needed to support philanthropic partners' goals. Supports calendar management, scheduling, and conference and event management. Assists in the development of gift agreements, MOUs, and engagement plans to support partnership activity.
• 25% - Organizes, coordinates, and executes donor-centered activities, including sponsorship solicitation. Assists in follow-up calls, visits, and other communication as needed for alumni / donor meetings. Collaborates with Donor Relations on special projects and events to enhance the donor experience. Handles sponsorship solicitations as appropriate to support the college's activities, including student organizations and events.
• 15% - Manages Fund Administration and Supports Budget Management Process. Collaborating with the Foundation business office to create new funds, supporting the gift agreement process, processing fund transfers, and managing gift deposits. Works with college and Foundation staff on budget development and management. Manages development officer travel and financial transactions.
• 15% - Oversees the Bellini College Gift Acknowledgement Program. Organizes, coordinates, and executes the daily acknowledgement process to include pledges, pledge payments, outright gifts, stock gifts, and planned gifts. Interacts with Sr. Director of Development, Dean, Associate Dean, Directors, and faculty in determining appropriate methods of interaction with outside constituents. Composes timely correspondence for Bellini College leadership. Reviews gift agreements and coordinates with college leadership and the Foundation business office regarding acknowledgements.
• 5% - Performs other

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements :

This position requires a Bachelor's degree with at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Work experience may be substituted for the degree requirement on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications :

2 years of experience in a university or corporate setting. Executive presence, political awareness and sensitivity, intellectual curiosity, adaptability, experience with meeting coordination, familiarity with fundraising initiatives.

Degree Equivalency Clause : Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree. Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S. SB 1310 : Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements.

Working at USF :

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF :

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference.

Compliance and Federal Notices :

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application / interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity :

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.