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TempleMajor Gift Officer - Athletics
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Salary$59k – $75k
LocationPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentInstitutional Advancement
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 30, 2026 · 6d ago
Verified live2d ago
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Bachelor's degree required
At least five (5) years of experience in non-profit fundraising
Proven successful experience in individual fundraising required
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and relationship building competencies, and excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated understanding of the complexities of an urban university and the ability to persuasively represent its goals to multiple constituents
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities
Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a team
Demonstrated experience with and utilization of relational databases and computer systems
Ability to develop and sustain collaborative and supportive relationships with internal and external colleagues and prospects, and maintain a positive and constructive attitude while solving problems
A driven, self-starter who exhibits intellectual curiosity, is goal oriented, and can effectively build trust and establish partnerships with a diverse group of individuals and personalities
Fluency with database systems, Excel, Word and other standard programs
Demonstrated success with developing and sustaining relationships with key donors, volunteer leadership, and senior staff
Flexibility and willingness to adjust to a dynamic University work environment
Superb oral and written communication skills
Experience working in collegiate athletics
Compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations
Skills
Excel
Word
relational databases
database systems
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Paid time off
Tuition remission
Retirement plan
Temple University’s Institutional Advancement Department is searching for a Major Gift Officer - Athletics!
Benefits
Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
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Full medical, dental, vision coverage
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Paid time off
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11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)
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Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
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A generous retirement plan and so much more!
Salary Grade: T27
Salary Range: $58,850 - $75,000
Learn more about the “T” salary structure here:
https://careers.temple.edu/sites/careers/files/documents/T_Salary_Structure.pdf
Position Summary
At Temple University Institutional Advancement, we believe philanthropy is a powerful force for expanding opportunity, advancing discovery, and transforming lives. We are committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, recognizing that a broad range of perspectives strengthens our ability to engage alumni, donors, and community partners in meaningful ways.
About the company
As Temple embarks on a historic $1.5 billion comprehensive campaign in support of the university’s Forward with Purpose strategic plan, we seek talented professionals who are passionate about higher education, relationship-building, and advancing a culture of philanthropy. We welcome candidates who will contribute to an inclusive, collaborative, and mission-driven environment where all employees are empowered to thrive and make a lasting impact on the future of Temple University.
Temple University seeks a relationship-driven and results-oriented Major Gifts Officer to help advance the future of Temple Athletics through philanthropy. Reporting to the Associate Athletic Director/Director of Major Gifts, this position builds meaningful partnerships with alumni, friends, and other supporters to secure major gifts that advance Athletics’ priorities.
The Major Gifts Officer manages a portfolio of approximately 50 donors and prospective donors, developing thoughtful strategies to identify philanthropic interests, deepen engagement, solicit support, and provide exceptional stewardship. Working in close partnership with Athletics leadership, coaches, colleagues across Institutional Advancement, and volunteer leaders, the officer connects donors’ interests with opportunities to make a lasting impact on Temple student-athletes and the university community.
This is an opportunity for a motivated fundraiser who enjoys building trusted relationships, developing strategic solicitation plans, and turning shared priorities into philanthropic results in a dynamic university environment.
Required Education and Experience
* Bachelor’s degree required.
* At least five (5) years of experience in non-profit fundraising.
* An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred Education and Experience
* Experience working in collegiate athletics.
Required Skills and Abilities
* Proven successful experience in individual fundraising required.
* Demonstrated interpersonal skills and relationship building competencies, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Demonstrated understanding of the complexities of an urban university and the ability to persuasively represent its goals to multiple constituents.
* Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
* Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a team.
* Demonstrated experience with and utilization of relational databases and computer systems.
* Ability to develop and sustain collaborative and supportive relationships with internal and external colleagues and prospects, and maintain a positive and constructive attitude while solving problems.
* A driven, self-starter who exhibits intellectual curiosity, is goal oriented, and can effectively build trust and establish partnerships with a diverse group of individuals and personalities.
* Fluency with database systems, Excel, Word and other standard programs.
* Demonstrated success with developing and sustaining relationships with key donors, volunteer leadership, and senior staff.
* Flexibility and willingness to adjust to a dynamic University work environment.
* Superb oral and written communication skills.
Legal
Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.
Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.
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