REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT - NORTHEAST

One of the country’s most selective public research universities, Clemson University serves a uniquely driven and highly accomplished student body.

Ranked consistently as one of the best national public university by U.S.News & World Report, Clemson is a science- and engineering-oriented college dedicated to teaching, research and service. Founded in 1889, we remain committed both to world-class research and a high quality of life. In fact, 91 percent of our seniors say they’d pick Clemson again if they had it to do over.

Clemson’s retention and graduation rates rank among the highest in the country for public universities. We’ve been named among the best values by Kiplinger magazine in 2013, and SmartMoney in 2012 ranked us No. 7 in student return on investment.

Our beautiful college campus sits on 1,400 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, along the shores of Hartwell Lake. But we also have research facilities and economic development hubs throughout the state of South Carolina — in Greenville, Greenwood, Columbia and Charleston.

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

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?

JOB SUMMARY:

Clemson University's Regional Development Team is looking for a Regional Director of Development - North East to fulfill the following duties:

Serves as Regional Director of Development in a remote capacity for the Northeastern U.S. region as part of the Regional Development program within the University Development Team and Advancement Division.
In conjunction with the Senior Director of Regional Development, assists in the creation and implementation of a comprehensive regional major gift strategy that ensures a collaborative approach to expanding the University's engagement and fundraising efforts in the Northeastern United States.
Identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards major gifts from university-wide Northeastern U.S. alumni, parents, and friends of Clemson University.
Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

80% - Essential - Fundraising:
Manages a dynamic portfolio of major gift prospects and donors (up to 150 maximum) who have the capacity to make significant philanthropic gifts of $50,000 and above that will have a lasting impact on Clemson University. Identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards gifts from university-wide alumni, parents and friends through 15-18 visits a month. Raises a minimum of $1.25M annually with subsequent years' goals determined in conjunction with the Sr. Director of Development. Creates and implements strategic prospect plans to increase the overall number of donors and level of commitments within the regional development program. Documents all donor and alumni interactions in centralized database.
10% - Essential - Strategic Collaboration:
Develops relationships to facilitate collaboration with team members across the Advancement Division, including college/unit based colleagues, Planning Giving, Annual Giving, Alumni Engagement and other stakeholders to advance the philanthropic strategies and priorities of the University and Colleges throughout the Northeastern U.S. Actively collaborates with members of the donor relations team to assist in strategic stewardship of assigned donors.
10% - Essential - Stewardship and Engagement:
Coordinates cultivation, stewardship and donor engagement opportunities and events related to development activities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Work Experience: 1-3 Years -related experience in alumni engagement, fundraising, business development, sales or communication

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Work Experience: 3-5 Years of fundraising experience with demonstrated ability to close six-figure and seven-figure gifts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Walk or move about
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
Recognize or inspect visually

WORKING CONDITIONS:

50% travel: overnight and day; expected to participate in meetings with main campus colleagues which take place on Eastern Standard Time.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5 Hours / Week

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range: $ 97,417.00 - $120,000.00

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.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

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

JOB LOCATION:

Remote Work (Out-of-State)

Region: Northeast, United States

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

February 11, 2026 @ 11:59 PM

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

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.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

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.