Deadline
Mar 10, 2027
Closing in 142 days
Location
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United States
Employment
None
Full time
Reference
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Posted
Sep 11, 2026
About the role
Chief Development Officer College (College of Aviation)
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External applicants should use the WMU - Application.
Internal applicants should use the WMU - Internal Application.
Position Details
Develops and promotes relationship strategies for major gift prospects in
assigned portfolio.
Identifies potential major gift prospects. Determines the interest and
affiliation with the University.
Establishes and builds relationships with donors and assists in
coordinating strategies and personal visits for the involvement of
institutional partners.
Writes major gift proposals and agreements.
Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution.
Five years' relevant experience.
Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Demonstrated experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, advertising,
public relations, communications or related field.
Willingness to travel on a frequent basis.
Demonstrated professionalism.
Capable of motivating volunteers and donors.
Strong self-motivation.
Ability to work as a team member in a complex organization.
Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including evenings
and weekends.
Master's degree in related field from an accredited institution.
Experience in higher education fundraising.
Proven success in building productive relationships with senior
administrators, key business leaders, faculty, staff, institutional
boards, volunteers or donors.
External applicants should use the WMU – Application.
Internal applicants should use the WMU – Internal Application.
This position is split between WMU's Kalamazoo East Campus and WMU Battle
Creek – College of Aviation's Campus.
Staff Compensation System pay grades and rates are available at:
https: // wmich.edu/hr/staffcompensation.
Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees
including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance,
retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission
for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits
available for this position, go to: https: // www. wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-
staff.
Office or other indoor work with minimal physical demands such as
occasionally lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds.
Work is generally performed in a well-lit, temperature-controlled indoor
environment with occasional exposure to the outdoors or any number of
elements.
Supplemental Questions
Do you have a bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution?
Yes
No
Do you have five years of relevant experience?
Yes
No
Do you have strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills?
Yes
No
Do you have demonstrated ability to work independently?
Yes
No
Do you have demonstrated experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, advertising, public relations, communications or other related fields?
Yes
No
Do you have the willingness to travel on a frequent basis?
Yes
No
Are you able to show demonstrated professionalism?
Yes
No
Are you able to show proven success with motivating volunteers and donors?
Yes
No
Do you have strong self-motivation?
Yes
No
Are you willing and able to work as a team member in a complex organization?
Yes
No
Are you able to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including evenings and weekends?
Yes
No
Do you have a master's degree in a related field from an accredited institution?
Yes
No
Do you have experience in higher education fundraising?
Yes
No
Do you have proven success in building productive relationships with senior administrators, key business leaders, faculty, staff, institutional boards, volunteers or donors?
Yes
No
Documents Needed To Apply
Cover Letter
Resume
List of References
Other
Posting Summary
College VP University Advancement-DIVExecutive Area VP University Advancement Department University Advancement
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S1723PJob Type Full Time, Regular Pay Type Exempt/Salaried Pay Grade J Campus Location WMU-Kalamazoo East Campus and WMU-Battle Creek - College of Aviation Salary Range Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package. Number of Vacancies 1 General Summary Identifies and promotes relationships with major donors with an emphasis on major gifts from alumni of the College of Aviation.
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