Director of Principal Gifts, USC Athletics seeks a strategic, relationship-driven fundraising professional to secure major philanthropic support for USC Athletics. This role involves cultivating, soliciting, and closing six and seven-figure gifts to advance strategic priorities, enhance student-athlete experience, and strengthen USC's leadership in collegiate athletics.
Requirements
- Serve as a frontline principal gift officer, managing a portfolio of major prospects
- Lead all stages of the donor lifecycle from identification and cultivation to solicitation and stewardship
- Develop customized, data-informed strategies that align donor interests with Athletics priorities
- Achieve and exceed defined performance metrics, including annual visit, solicitation, and revenue goals
- Initiate and maintain a high volume of donor visits, both locally and regionally
- Travel and attend marquee games and events to build meaningful connections with donors and prospects
- Engage and inspire alumni, parents, and friends of USC Athletics through events, game-day experiences, and regional programs
- Provide leadership and guidance to volunteer groups supporting fundraising efforts
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Four Day Work Week