May 18th, 2026
University of Pittsburgh
Job Description
Position Details
Salary Range: $25.64 – $28.21 / Hourly Wage
Position: Donor Experience Officer
Department: PAE – Annual Programs
Location: Pennsylvania – Pittsburgh
Job ID: 26003098
Position Overview
The Division of Philanthropic & Alumni Engagement (PAE) at the University of Pittsburgh builds meaningful relationships with donors, alumni, and stakeholders to advance the University’s mission in education, research, and healthcare.
We invite you to join our team as a Donor Experience Officer (DXO).
Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Individual Giving, the DXO serves as a core member of the Individual Giving team. This role is ideal for an energetic, digital-first fundraiser who uses modern communication tools to steward donors, express gratitude, and secure philanthropic support across multiple schools and colleges.
The DXO strengthens Pitt’s major, principal, and planned giving pipelines by engaging alumni, parents, friends, faculty, and staff through video, social media, digital outreach, and in-person interactions.
The position manages a large portfolio of leadership annual giving donors, focusing primarily on DSAS and CGS, and solicits annual gifts ranging from $1,000 to $50,000.
The DXO develops personalized strategies to increase donor retention and collaborates across PAE to support initiatives such as Pitt Day of Giving, the Chancellor’s Circle, and other engagement opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Donor Development
Share compelling impact stories that inspire giving and strengthen donor connection
Portfolio Management
Manage a high-volume donor portfolio to deepen relationships between assigned colleges and leadership annual giving donors
Pipeline Growth
Partner with Individual Giving colleagues to identify, cultivate, and elevate donors into the major gift pipeline
Why Join Us?
Impactful Work
Play a crucial role in supporting the University’s mission
Collaborative Environment
Work within a supportive, innovative, and dynamic team
Professional Growth
Continuous learning, professional development, and career advancement opportunities
Competitive Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off
Ready to make a difference? Learn more about PAE and apply today.
Join us in shaping the future of education, research, and healthcare at the University of Pittsburgh.
Job Summary
Builds partnerships that strengthen existing donor relationships and identifies, cultivates, stewards, and solicits contributions.
Facilitates stewardship evaluations and determines corresponding University and prospective interests.
Essential Functions
Use of phone and computer, verbal and written communication
Ability to sit/stand at a computer for a full workday
Ability to attend meetings virtually and/or in person on/off campus
Physical Effort
Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May occasionally be required to move objects up to 25 pounds.
Position Information
Assignment Category: Full-time Regular
Job Classification: Staff – Major Gifts Officer I
Job Family: Philanthropy & Engagement
Job Sub-Family: Major & Principal Gifts
Campus: Pittsburgh
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s Degree required
Experience
Minimum of 2 years of experience required
Combination of education and relevant experience may substitute for education and/or experience requirements
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Track record of building programs
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Comfortable with donor solicitation and rejection
Outgoing personality
Self-starter and self-motivated
Positive, confident, organized, and creative
Work Schedule & Arrangement
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (combination of on-campus and remote work as determined by department)
Compensation
Hiring Range: $25.64 – $28.21 / hour
Relocation Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship: No
Additional Requirements
Background check required for finalists
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/GlqRwaS4awW5JhmnGFwNRA
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