Ascension

Associate Director of Development

Ascension • $90K — $110K *
Austin, TX 78745In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalency with 2 years experience, or an Associate's/Bachelor's degree, or 4 years of related job experience required.
  • Proven fundraising success of $250,000+ annually strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead fundraising strategy and execution for leadership giving groups to drive revenue growth.
  • Build and strengthen donor relationships through personalized outreach and stewardship efforts.
  • Identify, qualify, and cultivate prospective donors, managing a portfolio of mid-level contributors.
  • Coordinate fundraising campaigns from planning through execution, ensuring timely donor communications.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and volunteer leaders to align fundraising priorities and analyze campaign results.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HSA/FSA options.
  • Employer-matched 403(b), financial planning resources, and life insurance for financial security.
  • Pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays for time to recharge.
  • Ascension-paid tuition and professional development for career growth.
  • Employee Assistance Program and counseling for emotional well-being.
  • Parental leave and adoption assistance for family support.
  • Optional legal insurance, transportation savings, and more.
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Twenty Six Door

Department/Specialty: Foundations

Schedule: Full Time | Monday-Friday | 8am-5pm | In Person

Benefits that help you thrive

  • Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
  • Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
  • Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
  • Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
  • Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
  • Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more


How you'll make an impact in this role

  • Lead fundraising strategy and execution for leadership giving groups, driving annual revenue growth through membership contributions, sponsorships, and targeted development initiatives.
  • Build and strengthen donor relationships through personalized outreach, stewardship, and engagement efforts that increase philanthropic support and long-term retention.
  • Identify, qualify, and cultivate prospective donors, managing a portfolio of annual and mid-level contributors to expand the fundraising pipeline.
  • Coordinate fundraising campaigns from planning through execution, ensuring timely donor communications, gift acknowledgment, and measurable campaign performance outcomes.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and volunteer leaders to align fundraising priorities, analyze campaign results, and implement strategies that improve donor engagement and revenue performance.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

What additional preferences we're seeking

  • Proven fundraising success of $250,000+ annually strongly preferred.


Responsibilities

  • Lead fundraising strategy and execution for leadership giving groups, driving annual revenue growth through membership contributions, sponsorships, and targeted development initiatives.
  • Build and strengthen donor relationships through personalized outreach, stewardship, and engagement efforts that increase philanthropic support and long-term retention.
  • Identify, qualify, and cultivate prospective donors, managing a portfolio of annual and mid-level contributors to expand the fundraising pipeline.
  • Coordinate fundraising campaigns from planning through execution, ensuring timely donor communications, gift acknowledgment, and measurable campaign performance outcomes.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and volunteer leaders to align fundraising priorities, analyze campaign results, and implement strategies that improve donor engagement and revenue performance.


Qualifications

Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

About Ascension

Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
Learn more about Ascension
Size
165,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1999
* Ladders Estimates

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