Major Gift Officer

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Start a meaningful career as the Major Gift Officer at Wesley Willows, a senior living community!

Join the Wesley Willows family, where your work is more than a job—it's a fulfilling journey of personal and professional growth, guided by strong ethics and a commitment to compassionate service.

Apply today and receive a response within 48 hours!

Why Join Us?

• Make an Impact: This is your opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others
• Competitive Pay: $70,000–$90,000/year | Salary negotiable based on qualifications and experience
• Benefits That Support You: 403(b) retirement, generous PTO, and extensive health & dental coverage
• Growth Opportunities:Clear pathways for career advancement within a small, collaborative Advancement team.
• Supportive Team: We value our team members just as much as the people we serve
• Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You'll Do:

• Manage a portfolio of 50–60 major donors, building strong, lasting relationships.
• Identify, engage, and inspire donors through personalized outreach, proposals, and events.
• Develop and execute annual donor engagement and communication plans.
• Collaborate with leadership, VP of Advancement, and board members to advance fundraising goals.
• Track and manage donor activity in Raiser’s Edge/NXT.
• Lead stewardship initiatives, donor solicitations, and recognition events.
• Cultivate planned giving relationships to secure long-term philanthropic support.

Start a meaningful career as the Major Gift Officer at Wesley Willows, a senior living community!

Join the Wesley Willows family, where your work is more than a job—it's a fulfilling journey of personal and professional growth, guided by strong ethics and a commitment to compassionate service.

Apply today and receive a response within 48 hours!

Why Join Us?

• Make an Impact: This is your opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others
• Competitive Pay: $70,000–$90,000/year | Salary negotiable based on qualifications and experience
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Benefits That Support You: 403(b) retirement, generous PTO, and extensive health & dental coverage
• Growth Opportunities:Clear pathways for career advancement within a small, collaborative Advancement team.
• Supportive Team: We value our team members just as much as the people we serve
• Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You'll Do:

• Manage a portfolio of 50–60 major donors, building strong, lasting relationships.
• Identify, engage, and inspire donors through personalized outreach, proposals, and events.
• Develop and execute annual donor engagement and communication plans.
• Collaborate with leadership, VP of Advancement, and board members to advance fundraising goals.
• Track and manage donor activity in Raiser’s Edge/NXT.
• Lead stewardship initiatives, donor solicitations, and recognition events.
• Cultivate planned giving relationships to secure long-term philanthropic support.

• 3–5 years of experience in development, sales, marketing, senior living, or other roles requiring relationship building, client engagement, or strategic communication (required)
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (preferred)
• Experience with donor databases and analytics;
  Raiser’s Edge/NXT (preferred)
• Strong communication skills (oral, written, email, phone)
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and multitask effectively
• Ability to engage with donors, board members, staff, and residents
• Must be 21 years of age or older (required)
• Strong alignment with the mission and values of Wesley Willows

Benefits Available to You:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Mail Order Pharmacy
• Telemedicine
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function
  
  Sales, General Business, and Education
• Industries Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing

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