Development Officer - Framingham State University at Framingham State University – Framingham, Massachusetts

Location: Framingham, MA Category: Staff Posted On: Mon Mar 16 2026 Job Description:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Responsible for the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of prospective donors with the capacity to make gifts of $1,000 or greater to the University.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Assistant Vice President of University Advancement

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Student workers.

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct 120+ face-to-face meetings annually with assigned prospects for the purpose of further qualification as to giving potential.
• Cultivate and solicit qualified prospects for leadership annual gifts and major and planned gifts.
• Create comprehensive moves management strategies for all qualified assigned prospects.
• Provide stewardship to existing donors, coordinating with departmental and campus colleagues as needed.
• Complete post-meeting correspondence and document all activity in a timely manner.
• Support other departmental initiatives and events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Professional office environment with opportunities for collaboration and skill development. Occasional evening and weekend flexibility required.

Job Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 2+ years of experience in fundraising, alumni relations, sales, or other closely related fields.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• The ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Frequent local travel and some night/weekend is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with customer/donor management systems.
• Understanding of philanthropic principles and donor cultivation strategies.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, exempt, benefits-eligible position in the Association of Professional Administrators (APA) bargaining unit with a union title of Associate Director. The starting salary is $80,000. This position is eligible for a bonus of up to 10% of gross annual salary based on predetermined individual and team goals.

Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.

Framingham State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability status, Veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Members of underrepresented or minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to equity, diversity, and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.