Posting Details Job Title Planned Giving Officer Department OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT-C/W Position Number FP418A Location Norfolk, VA Job Summary The Planned Giving Officer ( PGO ) will be responsible for cultivating relationships with faculty, alumni, donors, and friends of ODU to actively solicit major and planned gifts in support of ODU’s funding priorities, which may include estate gifts, life income gifts, outright gifts, and non-cash assets. This work is accomplished by identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individual donors while also providing technical support to other frontline fundraising teams, including major and annual giving Position Type FullTime Type of Recruitment General Public Minimum Qualifications + Master’s degree in business, finance/accounting/banking, law, or a related field; or a Bachelor’s degree in stated fields with related experience equivalent to a master’s degree + Proven success in major and/or planned gift fundraising within a higher education setting. + Considerable expertise in planned giving strategies and gift vehicles as well as best practices. + Proficiency with PG software and donor databases. + Superior interpersonal skills with proven ability to successfully interact and collaborate with varied constituencies in a professional manner, exhibiting excellent communication skills, and demonstrating tact, poise and diplomacy while working with a wide variety of personalities. + Considerable project management skills. + Considerable relationship management and cultivation skills. + Considerable conflict resolution and customer service skills. + Considerable planning, organizing, directing, and facilitating skills. Preferred Qualifications + Comprehensive campaign experience. + Considerable major gift and planned gift experience, preferably in a higher education setting. Proven track record of securing major and planned gifts. + Preference for CFRE (Certified Fundraising Executive) or CAP (Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy). Conditions of Employment Job Open Date 09/19/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Application Review Date 10/06/2025 Job Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check. Department Information The Old Dominion University ( ODU ) Advancement team is a multifaceted, encompassing various offices and initiatives focused on advancing the university’s mission through fundraising, research, and partnerships. These teams work to enhance ODU’s standing in teaching, research, and public service by securing private financial support, fostering research and innovation, and strengthening ties with external partners. Equity Statement It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Reasonable Accommodation Request If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. ODU Statement Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’s forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy. Applicant Documents Required Documents + Resume + Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents + Other Document Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).