Chief Development Officer - Higher Ed. Salary in the United States

Chief Development Officer - Higher Ed. Salary

How much does a Chief Development Officer - Higher Ed. make in the United States? The average Chief Development Officer - Higher Ed. salary in the United States is $160,159 as of April 26, 2022, but the range typically falls between $126,644 and $200,224. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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25% $126,644 10% $96,131 90% $236,701 75% $200,224 $160,159 50%(Median)

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Job Description for Chief Development Officer - Higher Ed.

Chief Development Officer - Higher Ed. oversees the development program for a college or university. Develops goals and strategies for all fundraising, public relations, and alumni relations. Being a Chief Development Officer - Higher Ed. may require a master's degree. Typically reports to a top executive officer. The Chief Development Officer - Higher Ed. manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Chief Development Officer - Higher Ed. typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2022 Salary.com)... View full job description

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BRIGHT HORIZONS FAMILY SOLUTIONS INC.
Bright Horizons Family Solutions Inc. provides child care and early education, back-up care, and educational advisory services for employers and families. The company operates through three segments: Full Service Center-Based Child Care, Back-Up Care, and Educational Advisory Services. The Full Service Center-Based Chi... More
Fiscal Year Ended in 2020
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Chief Development Officer - Higher Ed. Pay Difference by Location

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.6%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 6.1%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 20.3%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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200224
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