Job Identification: 43129
Job Category: Univ Advancement
Apply Before: 04/22/2026, 09:32 AM
Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree
Locations: 4202 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL, 33620, US
Hiring Salary: Commensurate with experience
Essential Personnel: No
Job DescriptionWUSF public media is a leading source of news, information, and cultural enrichment for West Central Florida. We reach over one million people monthly through our NPR news station WUSF 89.7, Classical WSMR 89.1 & 103.9, and an extensive digital presence including live streaming, podcasts, newsletters, and social media. As a department of the University of South Florida, we have a dedicated team of 80 professionals and an annual budget of $10 million. We are deeply committed to building community through trusted journalism, classical music and culture that reflects the world around us. Our professional staff works closely with talented student interns. Our main studios are on the USF Tampa campus, with additional broadcast and production facilities on the USFSM and USFSP campuses.
Reporting to the Senior Director of Development for WUSF Public Media, this position serves as a key member of WUSF's major gifts team by directing the initiatives to inspire support for the Leadership Giving Program, defined as those individuals making gifts of $1,000 and above. The Development Officer coordinates with colleagues to cultivate, solicit, and steward increasingly generous support from hundreds of Cornerstone and Leadership Society donors. The Development Officer serves as liaison for WUSF and WSMR Cornerstone members, coordinates communication and engagement initiatives for Leadership Society and Legacy Society donors to WUSF Public Media.
ResponsibilitiesManage the processes around the cultivation and solicitation of donors and prospects making annual gifts of $1,000 and above to WUSF . In close cooperation with WUSF major gifts and membership staff, the Development Officer serves as primary liaison for WUSF's Cornerstone and Legacy members. Work closely with Membership to maximize the annual fundraising plan during pledge drives and year round to coordinate activities around cornerstone sustainers, renewals and thank yous. Work effectively in a variety of software systems to drive donor-centered work, especially Salesforce and Ellucian.
Strengthen and proactively manage Leadership, Legacy and Cornerstone donors programs to maximize donor engagement and retention for WUSF through planned and personalized outreach. This work is varied, and deeply collaborative. It involves working closely with the Senior Director of Development and WUSF Major Gifts team, WUSF Special Events and Digital Services staffs, and USF Foundation colleagues in Communications, Annual Giving, Gift Planning and Donor Relations.
Develop and implement materials in support of fundraising activities such as crafting letters, updating brochures, facilitating digital communications, and personalized touch points throughout the year.
Perform other development related duties as assigned by Senior Director of Development.
QualificationsThis position requires Bachelor's degree and three years of experience related to development or other appropriate professional experience. Experience with Salesforce is preferred.
Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree.
- Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
- SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
- A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
- (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
- (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
- (c) Six years of direct experience for a master's degree;
- (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
- (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
- Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
- Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.
About UsWorking 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
www.usf.edu.
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.
