Located in Boston’s historic Fenway neighborhood, Simmons University is a private, nonprofit institution rooted in a bold founding vision of expanding opportunity through education.
Established in 1899, Simmons has long championed the idea that education empowers individuals to lead independent, purposeful lives. Today, the University continues that tradition through its distinctive model: a four-year undergraduate program for women paired with highly regarded coeducational graduate programs in fields including nursing, social work, library and information science, health sciences, management, and the liberal arts.
Simmons blends the strengths of a small university with a deep commitment to social progress and professional preparation. Its academic programs emphasize intellectual exploration, community engagement, and career readiness, reflecting the University’s belief that meaningful leadership requires both knowledge and action. With a legacy of inclusion and a mission centered on advancing equity and opportunity, Simmons prepares graduates who are ready to make a difference in their communities and professions.
The Opportunity
Simmons University seeks an experienced and entrepreneurial Director of Planned Giving to build and lead a comprehensive planned giving program that strengthens the institution’s long-term philanthropic future.
Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Advancement and Campaign Director, the Director will serve as the University’s technical expert in charitable estate planning while developing and executing innovative strategies to grow deferred and complex gifts.
This role comes at a dynamic moment for Simmons’ advancement efforts. With new leadership in University Advancement and a renewed focus on expanding philanthropic support, the Director of Planned Giving will play a central role in shaping a modern, integrated gift planning program that complements major gift fundraising and broader campaign priorities. The Director will lead efforts to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward planned gifts from alumnae/i, trustees, parents, and friends while managing a portfolio of more than 150 prospects.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned gift planning professional who is energized by building programs and advancing mission-driven philanthropy. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in planned giving, a collaborative spirit, and a passion for cultivating enduring donor relationships that support Simmons University and its students for generations to come.
The salary range for this position is $135,000–$140,000.
