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The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for identifying, cultivating and soliciting alumni and friends of the University for significant gifts to fund institutional priorities. The position interactions with internal and external constituencies at the highest levels, including executive staff at the university and significant donors and prospective donors in the community.

Bachelor’s degree.

Three years of substantial, progressively responsible, successful principal and major gifts fundraising experience.

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills and can interact positively and professionally with both the community at large and the internal campus community. Experience working with community and business leaders in business and social settings.
• Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal, relationship building skills. Must possess the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects to a successful completion.
• Applicants should have the ability to work in a team environment where priorities may conflict, and consensus building is critical. Applicants should be comfortable working in and advocating for a community of individuals.
• Knowledge of higher education best practices, current tax laws, marketing strategies, and funding opportunities.

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.

Periodic evening and weekend work.