Posted: July 17, 2025
Expires: September 15, 2025
University of Toledo Foundation
4510 Dorr St., Toledo, OH 43615
About University of Toledo Foundation
The mission of The University of Toledo Foundation is to help secure the future of the University through engagement, philanthropy and prudent asset management. We provide financial and strategic support for The University of Toledo’s vision to improve the human condition.
VISION
The University of Toledo Foundation embraces the mission of The University of Toledo by aspiring to be a forward-thinking, philanthropic organization, providing impactful financial support and engagement opportunities for transformation throughout the University community.
VALUES
The University of Toledo Foundation will be guided by its commitment to:
- Integrity, respect and transparency.
- Earn the respect, trust and confidence of donors and the general public.
- Have long-term perspective and focus on growing a sustainable organization.
- Our mission, and that of The University of Toledo, to improve the human condition.
- A demonstrated desire to achieve excellence through innovation.
Learn more about the Foundation at https://www.utfoundation.org/.
The Opportunity
The University of Toledo Foundation is hiring an Assistant Director of Development for the University of Toledo Medical Center & College of Health and Human Services. The Assistant Director will serve as the lead fundraiser for their respective portfolio, responsible for building strong donor relationships, expanding the pipeline of support, and elevating the visibility of each area’s impact. With the flexibility to engage in regional discovery work and occasional travel, this role offers a meaningful chance to shape the future of the University through strategic, donor-centered fundraising.
The Assistant Director will split their time equally between two University units, the University’s new College of Health and Human Services (HHS), which combines the universities Allied Health Professions and the School of Nursing, and The University of Toledo Medical Center, focused on Grateful Patient Fundraising. The position will have an indirect reporting structure to the Dean of HHS. As the Foundation values collaboration, this is an in-office role four days a week.
Candidate Profile
The Assistant Director will be responsible for the following:
- Maintaining a portfolio of up to 120 assigned grateful patient prospects with a focus on moving prospects to donors and ensuring continued annual support.
- Cultivating and soliciting donors for special projects assigned to support UToledo Health initiatives.
- Initiating at least 40 contacts a month, at least 10 of which will result in an in-person or virtual visit, for purposes of discovery, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.
- Coordinating with the supervisor if a written gift proposal for prospects is needed or if the prospect or donor shows a higher level of fundraising interest and/or capacity.
- Managing a network of relationships with prospective donors. Facilitating and coordinating all communication with these prospects and helping with patient access and appointment coordination when necessary and appropriate. Promoting positive relationships with these prospects and donors.
- Evaluating various gift opportunities and giving vehicles and recommending the most suitable for a particular donor.
- Assisting with the strategy for and creation of written communications from various medical center departments and/or units appropriate to a donor’s interests.
- Passion for the institution’s mission, traditions and long-term success. Consistently demonstrate the mission, vision and values of UTF, UToledo Health and the University.
- Our RITE Values – Respect, Integrity, Transparency & Teamwork, and Excellence.
- The mission of The University of Toledo Medical Center which is to improve the human condition by providing patient-centered, university-quality care.
- Outstanding written and verbal skills. Must be able to develop interpersonal relationships with multiple constituents as well as both academic and clinical providers and staff.
- Integrity, impeccable ethics, initiative, enthusiasm, and the ability to establish trust and credibility.
- Demonstrate commitment and ability to:
- Understand HIPAA laws and adhere to compliance standards.
- Provide quality customer service.
- Plan, organize and remain accountable for actions.
- Problem solve utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Function in a confidential manner.
- Collaborate with other staff.
- Travel commensurate with standard expectations for fundraising activity and contact to reach donors and prospects locally & regionally.
- Performs additional development-related activities/efforts at the request of the manager.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
In addition, strong candidates will offer:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Minimum 1-3 years of advancement, sales or related experience, with a preference given to experience in the healthcare field.
- Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the importance of University Development activities to maintain lasting and positive donor relationships.
- Experience in higher education or healthcare fundraising preferred.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for these roles are $63,140 –$78,980 and will be determined by the
Foundation based on the candidate’s years of experience.
The University of Toledo Foundation offers a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, with no cost to employees for dental and vision plans. Employees can choose between a PPO or High Deductible Health Plan, with the Foundation contributing up to $3,000 annually to HSA. Additional benefits include employer-paid life and AD&D insurance, optional FSAs, and up to 7% retirement contributions through a 403(b) plan. Educational assistance is available for UToledo courses, along with support for professional development.
Employees also receive generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, 11 holidays, and a paid winter break. Other perks include access to an onsite fitness center and café, and a range of voluntary benefits such as accident, critical illness, and pet insurance.
Contact
DSG | Koya has been exclusively retained for this engagement, which is being led by Paul Towne and Alicia Salerno. Submit a compelling cover letter and resume by filling out our Talent Profile. All inquiries are strictly confidential.
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The University of Toledo Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We commit to treating all applicants and employees as individuals, holding everyone to equal standards, and providing equal opportunity in hiring, promotion, compensation, and other employment practices without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.
About DSG | Koya
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