Salary: See Position Description
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number:
Agency: University of South Carolina
Opening Date: 09/21/2026
Closing Date: 9/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Your application must be submitted online at https://apptrkr.com/9834483
Class Code:: UP03
Position Number:: 9834483
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: Unclassified

Job Responsibilities

Director of Development, College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management Department: DEV Development Office Advertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full Time
Advertised Job Summary Under limited supervision, reporting to the Lead Senior Director of Development (Lead Senior DOD) for the College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management (HRSM), the Director of Development will be responsible for coordination and management of an effective, comprehensive and ongoing development program through major gifts fundraising. Responsibilities include planning, managing, implementation, promotion, coordination and administration of a comprehensive development program with an emphasis on major gifts for the HRSM. This position will be part of the University Development and HRSM teams and will operate within the system and procedures of USC Development to ensure consistent and well-coordinated activities.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Thorough knowledge of principles and methods of planning and conducting a comprehensive fundraising program. - Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with faculty, alumni, donors, students, volunteers, businesses, and the general public. - Outstanding oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to travel, work evenings and weekends, as required. - Effective computer experience including database operation and word processing. Proven ability to develop relationships with leaders in a broad range of professions.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor's degree and 4 years proven experience in major gift/development in higher education and/or hybrid development model. - Previous campaign experience.
Additional Comments

Job Close Date 09/24/2026 Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by September 24, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: - Health and Life Insurance - Retirement Programs - Paid Tuition - Dependent Scholarships - Annual Leave - Sick Leave - 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) - Paid Parental Leave - Professional Development Opportunities Clickhttps://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsc.edu%2Fabout%2Foffices_and_divisions%2Fhuman_resources%2Fcareers%2Findex.php&data=05%7C01%7CKURTRS%40email.sc.edu%7Ceca45df616784275e15908dab2a706ac%7C4b2a4b19d135420e8bb2b1cd238998cc%7C0%7C0%7C638018727680845870%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=j6sQGvabHDZHDmRBFwMrq8P8QCuDmChuJ%2FH5%2F8hDRUw%3D&reserved=0 to learn more about why you should work at USC. To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9834483
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.