Director of Development, USF Health

Tampa, FL, United States

• Job Identification 42294
• Job Category Univ Advancement
• Posting Date 12/12/2025, 09:30 PM
• Apply Before 01/11/2026, 09:30 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Locations 4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33620, US
• Hiring Salary Commensurate with experience
• Essential Personnel No

Job Description
USF Health Development and Alumni Relations provides the fundraising support for the colleges of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy and Public Health as well as other USF Health entities. The primary responsibilities of a Director of Development USF Health are to develop and implement strategies for identifying, cultivating, and successfully soliciting individuals, corporations and foundations and grateful patients for major gifts to support the Morsani College of Medicine.

The Director of Development is dedicated to the cultivation and solicitation of major gifts for assigned clinical departments within the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. The Director of Development should demonstrate exceptional fundraising skills in a collaborative yet performance and results-driven culture. The incumbent will build a portfolio of prospects focused on grateful patients and families through both traditional prospecting and lead generation from physician and provider partners. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for USF Health Development, the Director will play a key role in the overall growth of private philanthropy in support of the University and its mission and the aspirations of USF Health. The Director of Development will effectively collaborate with physicians, research faculty, colleagues and staff both within their assigned units and across campus to maximize philanthropic investments in the clinical, educational and research enterprises.

Responsibilities

• Develops fundraising strategies for the unit, including including annual giving, major and principal gifts, prospect identification and management, proposal writing, special and comprehensive campaigns, stewardship, gift accounting and reporting, events, volunteer management, case presentation, donor communications, newsletters, and other related programs.
• Cultivates major gift proposals and coordinates this function by assembling a prospect team, and coordinating activities with Dean, VP or Director, the USF Foundation and the USF major gifts administrator. Develops major gift proposals.
• Performs donor relations activities such as communication with donors by phone and personal contact about coming events, and potential sponsorships.
• Oversees the design of a fundraising campaign as part of university capital campaign or as its own campaign. Also raises money for endowments, scholarships, and other purposes.
• Oversees the public relations programs for donors, potential donors, and volunteers and works collaboratively with public relations staff on the implementation of these programs through special events, publications and newsletters, and other communications as appropriate.
• Oversees the organization of volunteer groups and services as appropriate.
• Develops tools to analyze, assess, measure, survey and enhance best practices for donor communications and external outreach to advance image of the unit.

Serve as a member of the USF Advancement team bringing creativity and innovation to the team's fundraising initiatives. Develop strong relationships with leadership, staff and departments to leaverage the tools and resources available to ensure prospects and donors have a meaningful experience with USF. Possess a strong commitment to teamwork and political acumen/social awareness.

Qualifications
This position requires Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience related to development or other appropriate professional experience.

About Us
Working at USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at

Compliance and Federal Notices
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

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