Job openings and information

About the hiring process

Our selection and hiring process is thorough. We take our time to make 100% sure you are placed with a team at Ohio State that will bring out the best in you. We are very intentional about matching you to areas that connect with your passions and interests.

We care very deeply about our fundraising teams, their culture, well-being and growth.

We look forward to getting to know you through this process.

Meet our recruiters

Portrait of Rob Matthews, Ohio State University Recruiter

Rob L. Matthews II
Recruiter

matthews.667@osu.edu

Images of Stephanie Mizer, Advancement HR Recruiter

Stephanie Mizer
Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition and Management and Chief Diversity Officer

mizer.43@osu.edu

Advancement careers FAQs

Follow the links on this page. They will take you to Ohio State's employment website.

After the application window closes, the hiring team reviews all applications. This can take a few weeks depending on the volume of applications. If you are selected for an interview, we will contact you. Otherwise you will receive an email.

Don't give up! While we are lucky to receive strong interest for most of our positions, we hire often, so keep an eye out for future opportunities.

Yes, but the good news is once you set up an account with Workday, you will be able to save your application for future use.

  • Don't wait until the last minute to apply! It never ends well.
  • Submit a cover letter along with your application and resume. It is a great way to succinctly tell us why you want the position and why you would be great for the job. We appreciate the extra effort.
  • Pay close attention to the posting and customize your application and resume to demonstrate your experience in the specific field for which you are applying.
  • Thoroughly complete the application and answer the supplemental questions truthfully.
  • When listing references, be sure to include at least one former supervisor.

The Ohio State University Office of Advancement has many other opportunities still available but for which the posting has closed. We also have many positions opening up in the future that may align perfectly with your experience.

With this in mind, please make sure you have signed up to receive our weekly emails. We appreciate your interest in joining higher education's top-performing Advancement team!

Experienced fundraiser?

A career at Ohio State Advancement can help you achieve your professional goals in myriad ways. Whether you aspire to inspire fundraising teams of your own one day or to lead initiatives as a senior director, we offer you paths forward.

New to fundraising?

Ohio State has a vast network of Advancement professionals here to help you dive into your new career in fundraising. See what skills are transferable and how we support you every step of the way.

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