Upstate Foundation Development Director

Upstate Foundation Development Director

• Syracuse
• Management & Professional
• Full-time
• Opening on: Jul 24 2026
• Upstate Foundation
• Research Foundation
• Project Staff Assistant, E99
• 90508
• N/A

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Job Summary:

SUNY Upstate Foundation is in search of a highly motivated Development Director to join the Upstate Foundation Development Team, fundraising for Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital in partnership with Children''s Miracle Network.

This role works to increase retail/corporate giving, including specific and measurable targets regarding fundraising goals, prospect management, personal contacts, stewardship activities, and solicitations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of assigned retail/corporate prospects, works with corporate CEOs, store managers, community liaisons and employees to coordinate fundraising activities.
• Ensure appropriate brand messaging, and generate support of employees.
• Work with retail representatives from Children''s Miracle Network to implement National Partner Programs.
• Applies for grants from Corporate Foundations as necessary.
• Screens third party fundraisers and provides advice and assistance to third party events.
• Facilitates a culture conducive to increased private giving, including a positive representation of the Foundation with Upstate personnel, donors, prospects, and community organizations.
• Oversee signature Children''s Miracle Network Programs (Radiothon for Kids and Direct Mail) and Miracle Family Program.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree and 2 years of relevant Development or Retail/Business experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Excellent communication, presentation, collaboration, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills required.

Valid driver''s license and access to a reliable vehicle to travel within NY State is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Proven record of success in the solicitation of gifts and working with volunteers preferred.

Work Days:

Monday - Friday, 8:30-4:30. Some Evenings and Weekends.

Message to Applicants:

Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000, DOE

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Recruitment Office: Human Resources