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Marquette University

Director of Regional Development, Upper Midwest

Milwaukee, WI (Hybrid)

Reports To: Assistant Vice President, Regional Development

Marquette University seeks a Director of Regional Development, Upper Midwest who will directly manage a portfolio of major gift prospects who have an interest in supporting the University. The Director will work to identify, qualify, cultivate and solicit prospects who can make a commitment of $125K or greater, along with collaborating closely with College Advancement teammates and the AVP, Regional Development to advance philanthropy in the region.

Marquette University is a Catholic, Jesuit university in the heart of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, that prepares their students with the knowledge, skills and sense of community they need to build meaningful careers, lead purposeful lives and transform the world around them. They are dedicated to serving God by serving their students and contributing to the advancement of knowledge. Their mission, therefore, is the search for truth, the discovery and sharing of knowledge, the fostering of personal and professional excellence, the promotion of a life of faith, and the development of leadership expressed in service to others. All this they pursue for the greater glory of God and the common benefit of the human community.

The Director of Regional Development, Upper Midwest can work anywhere in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, or Michigan, so long as they are able to travel on an as-needed basis.  

"The Office of University Advancement is a people-first, donor-centered team motivated by a shared purpose and cura personalis (care for the whole person). We are driving to raise the bar for what is possible in Catholic higher education fundraising. As you consider the opportunity to join Marquette University, know that you will be stepping into an Advancement organization defined by purpose. We seek leaders and teammates who will share in our high standards, embrace our collaborative spirit and bring creativity and drive as we strive to Be The Difference. Thank you for your interest in Marquette University and in University Advancement. We look forward to the possibility of welcoming you to our team." — Tim McMahon, Vice President, University Advancement


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