Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Director of Philanthropy
Position Class Type
Regular
Position Type
Staff
Other Position Information
Benefits: include health, dental and vision coverage; retirement benefits with up to a 9% Kettering matching contribution; life and accident insurance; tuition assistance and waiver programs; vacation and holiday pay; sick and disability pay; home purchase assistance program; recreation center membership; and many other benefits.
To learn more please view the Kettering University Profile.
Position Status
Full-time
If Part Time, hours per week
Posting Text
Preferred Qualifications
Job Specific Required Qualifications
-Bachelor's degree required;
-Minimum 3 years of proven fund raising experience and a successful track record in gift solicitation OR 2 to 5 years related experience in industry with preference given to those with deep institutional knowledge of Kettering University;
-Disciplined self-starter who regularly sets and achieves work goals;
-Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and networking skills with large groups as well as individuals;
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills required;
-Ability to work well in a small team environment;
-Knowledge of engineering and the ability to close solicitations;
-Must be willing to travel and work irregular hours as needed.
Understanding and commitment to Kettering University Values
a. RESPECT: for teamwork, honesty, encouragement, diversity partnerships with students.
b. INTEGRITY: including accountability, transparency and ethics.
c. CREATIVITY: fostering flexibility and innovation.
d. COLLABORATION: across disciplines and with all partners.
e. EXCELLENCE: in all we do.
Special Event Expectations: Participation and assistance is expected at major campus special events, such as commencement.
Posting Information
Posting Number
SP00491
Posting Date
09/14/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
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