We are seeking team members who are committed to greatness.
To the hungry, humble and smart.
To the game changers and goal setters.
To the leaders, the doers and the innovators.
To those who aren’t afraid to level up.
We see you.
Current Job Listings
Communications Coordinator
Reporting to the Communications Director, the Communications Coordinator develops and implements marketing, advertising, and public relations plans for the Division of Development and Alumni Relations (DAR), specifically working closely with 2-6 offices (units) within the division.
Development Officer
The Development Officer serves as a frontline fundraiser for the University of Georgia central development office and is responsible for raising financial support for university-wide priorities as well as priorities for each of the 17 schools, colleges, and units within the university. Through frequent travel to assigned geographic areas, the Development Officer will conduct in-person meetings to qualify, cultivate and solicit individual prospects with a focus on securing annual leadership level gifts of $1,500-$10,000 while also qualifying major gift prospects for future cultivation in collaboration with major gift officers.
Executive Director of Career Center
The mission of the UGA Career Center is to prepare students for meaningful careers following graduation. To advance that mission, the Career Center offers a wide range of programs and services to engage and support undergraduate and graduate students, alumni, faculty, staff, and employers. These programs and services fall within four broad areas of focus: career consulting, employer relations, mentorship, and faculty support. The Executive Director oversees all aspects of Career Center operations, including visioning, strategic and financial planning, revenue generation, program development and delivery, technology utilization, assessment and evaluation, and human capital development and management.
Prospect Management and Analytics Specialist, Franklin College of Arts and Sciences
This is a position of key strategic significance for the future fundraising success of the Franklin College of Arts and Science and one of extremely confidential nature. The Associate Director of Prospect Management and Analytics works with Franklin College Development & Alumni Relations staff as well as with UGA Central Foundation advancement staff. The position has three main functions that are critical to the success of the College’s fund-raising efforts: Data Management/Reporting, Prospect Management, and Prospect Strategy.
Senior Director of Development, School of Medicine
The Senior Director of Development serves as a liaison between the School of Medicine and University Development. As the School of Medicine’s chief development officer, this position is responsible for establishing a team raising major gifts ($25,000+) to enable the unit to fulfill its mission and implement its programs and initiatives. In addition to major and principal gifts, the position is also responsible for providing strategy, leadership, direction, coordination, and management of all aspects of giving for the School of Medicine, including major giving, annual gifts, stewardship, and alumni relations.
Senior Director of Development, Student Affairs
The Senior Director of Development serves as a liaison between the Division of Student Affairs and University Development. As Student Affairs’ chief development officer, this position is responsible for raising major gifts ($25,000+) to enable the unit to fulfill its mission and implement its programs and initiatives.
Senior Regional Director of Regional Development
The Senior Regional Director position is a key fundraising leadership position in Development and Alumni Relations. This Athens-based position will have significant leadership responsibilities for the regional development team and will act as a key contributor to the strategic planning and vision for the team. This is a blended leadership and fundraising position as it oversees frontline fundraising team members and also carries a fundraising portfolio.
Systems Administrator Specialist, DAR IT
This role is essential to supporting the technological infrastructure of the Division of Development & Alumni Relations (DAR) and advancing its strategic goals. The position is responsible for managing and maintaining the Division’s and Foundation’s infrastructure and security of network, servers, and storage environments across all systems, including Production, Development, and Disaster Recovery.
Contact Christy Dasher to learn more about any of our open job positions or to introduce yourself if you’re looking for something that might become available in the future.
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (ude.agu@bewrh).
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Competitive Benefits
The University of Georgia offers a competitive benefits package to faculty and staff. These benefits include comprehensive retirement and health insurance packages (medical, dental, vision), long- and short-term disability, accrued annual and sick leave along with 12 official paid holidays each year, and a variety of other discounts, savings plans and lifestyle benefits.
Financial Benefits
UGA partners with financial experts, including Captrust, Corebridge Financial, Fidelity, and TIAA, to provide free tools and information to help USG employees enhance their financial well-being and make more confident decisions.
Health Benefits
The University System of Georgia provides health care to employees working 30+ hours per week. All employees are covered by workers’ compensation, and certain employees qualify for Social Security.
Retirement Benefits
All employees (excluding students) must be enrolled in a retirement plan. In addition to one of the required plans, USG offers supplemental retirement saving plans.
Well-Being Benefits
UGA Human Resources promotes a culture of well-being by offering programs and resources to help faculty and staff achieve a healthy, balanced life in all areas, including physical, emotional, financial, and work/life balance.
Reasons to Join UGA DAR
What is UGA DAR?
The Division of Development and Alumni Relations seeks to ensure every Bulldog is committed to Georgia. We work collaboratively across 20 central teams and with colleagues in every UGA school/college/unit across camp us to engage alumni and friends; fundraise to support students, research, teaching and service; and to prepare students and alumni for fulfilling careers beyond graduation. We work hard, but our spirit and pride shines through in all that we do.
Fall in Love with Athens
Athens is a one of America’s top college towns nestled in northeast Georgia, just 1.5 hours from bustling Atlanta. The city boasts a robust music scene, fun performing and visual arts offerings, myriad eateries and watering holes catering to all dietary needs, and easy access to plenty of outdoor activities both in town and in surrounding counties. The university and Athens abut each other in the heart of downtown Athens where you’ll often find UGA alumni, visitors and fans eating, shopping and enjoying the unparalleled nightlife offered by the Classic City.
It’s More Than Our Passion. It’s Our Calling.
