Director of Development, Kroc School of Peace Studies

University of San Diego

Director of Development, Kroc School of Peace Studies

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Bryant Group is proud to continue its partnership with the University of San Diego in the search for an accomplished and mission-driven fundraiser to serve as Director of Development for the Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies. This is a rare opportunity to advance philanthropic support for one of the nation's most distinctive graduate institutions — a school dedicated to equipping changemakers to build more peaceful and just societies.

Reporting to the associate vice president for development, the Director of Development will serve as the primary frontline fundraiser for the Kroc School, managing a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors and building lasting philanthropic relationships that fuel the School's mission. The Director will partner closely with the Dean and faculty to translate the Kroc School's compelling work in peacebuilding, social innovation, restorative justice and humanitarian action into inspired giving from alumni, friends and institutional supporters.

The ideal candidate brings a track record of successful major gift fundraising, community involvement, exceptional relationship-building skills and a genuine passion for the Kroc School’s mission. Experience working within a university or complex nonprofit environment, comfort engaging diverse donor communities and the ability to articulate a compelling case for support will be essential to success in this role.

About University of San Diego

The University of San Diego is a contemporary Catholic university, set at the edge of an international gateway on a campus that is consistently ranked among the nation’s most beautiful. With more than 9,000 students from 85 countries and 50 states, the University of San Diego is the youngest independent institution on the

U.S. News & World Report list of top 100 universities in the United States. Its small class sizes, compassionate culture, unique learning opportunities and state-of-the-art resources support 43 undergraduate programs and 41 graduate programs.

The University of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. It seeks and encourages applicants from broad and diverse groups to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status or age.

California’s Pay Transparency Act (SB 1162) requires employers with 15 or more employees to include a pay scale for job postings, including internal and external postings and job postings through third parties. Per the University of San Diego, the salary range of $110,000 - $125,000 reflects what they reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

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Priority will be given to application materials received by July 3, 2026.