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Auburn Advancement is excited to begin the search for a Director of Development (College of Agriculture) to join our philanthropy team! You will lead and inspire a passionate team to secure transformative philanthropic contributions, vital for the advancement and enrichment of the College of Agriculture, Auburn Advancement, and Auburn University. The Auburn University College of Agriculture tackles world-shaping challenges like sustainable food and energy for billions through groundbreaking work in health, food safety, sustainability, energy, technology, community development, animal welfare, and more. Your leadership and partnered vision will cultivate meaningful relationships and drive impactful support that empowers our mission and fuels Auburn University’s growth.

 

 

Now is the perfect time to join Auburn Advancement, a dynamic team encompassing Operations and Strategy, Culture and Talent, Engagement, Philanthropy, and Communications. Under the visionary leadership of Senior Vice President Rob Wellbaum - a seasoned and respected advancement professional - our organization is set to revolutionize the future of Advancement. 

The Auburn University College of Agriculture traces its roots back to 1872, when the Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical College was established as a land-grant institution. Throughout its history, the college has helped advance the agricultural industry and strengthen communities across Alabama and around the world. Today, the college offers 13 undergraduate majors and 23 graduate programs to prepare the next generation of agricultural leaders. Its faculty also hold appointments within the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station and the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, where they conduct innovative research and work hand-in-hand with producers and communities throughout the state. This position reports jointly to the Assistant Vice President of Philanthropy and the Dean of the College of Agriculture.

The nature of this role is highly externally focused, requiring frequent travel and meetings on and off campus during regular and non-traditional business hours, and is therefore expected to operate with high-levels of autonomy.