Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?  

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. 

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

Clemson University's Advancement Division is looking for an Assistant Director of Annual Giving to fulfill the following duties:

• Serves as Assistant Director of Annual Giving for the Advancement Division of Clemson University. 
• Identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards annual gifts (less than $50K) from assigned portfolio of annual alumni donors and prospects, focusing on higher-end annual gifts, multi-year commitments and recurring annual gifts. 
• Assists in stewarding annual donors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

50% - Essential - Manages Portfolio:
Manages a dynamic portfolio of annual giving prospects/donors with capacity for gifts up to $50,000. Identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards annual and recurring gifts for Clemson University, completing a minimum of 30 personal contacts per month through visits, special events, phone, electronic and other contact means. Drives renewals, multi-year commitments, and increased annual support with future goals set in collaboration with the Executive Director of Annual Giving.  Encourages multi-year and endowment support benefiting students, faculty, and programs in the future while helping alumni participation rates.
30% - Essential - Fundraising Strategy & Collaboration: 
Develops personalized strategies and solicitations for each prospect, with annual goals for dollars raised, solicitations made and visits completed, coordinating with the overall Annual Giving master solicitation plan. Coordinates with other Development, Alumni Association and IPTAY staff & other campus partners as needed in an effort to accomplish Annual Giving and overall fundraising goals. Meets regularly with senior staff and specifically with the Annual Giving Officers to develop strategies for prospect/donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship plans. Partners closely with major gift officers to qualify and transition prospects with elevated giving potential to major gift portfolios.
20% - Essential - Engagement & Stewardship: 
Develops and implements strategies to strengthen donor retention through proactive donor engagement, ensuring consistent renewal and long-term philanthropic commitment. Collaborates with Annual Giving and Advancement staff to develop and produce donor stewardship & engagement materials and special events for annual donors as needed. Monitors outcomes such as stewardship completion rates, renewal percentages, and donor movement along the giving pipeline, ensuring measurable growth in donor loyalty and philanthropic impact.

Education - Bachelor's Degree - Related experience in an area such as alumni development, fundraising, prospect research or business

Work Experience - 1+ Years

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Comprehensive Job Knowledge - Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Acts as Lead - Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
Walk or move about
Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
Recognize or inspect visually

No Work Conditions

Standard Hours: 37.5 Hours / Week

Expected Salary Range: $ 57,334.00 - $ 80,000.00
 

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

Clemson, SC

December 11, 2025 @ 11:59 PM

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.      

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.         

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.