Major Gifts Officer

1 week ago

Salt Lake, Utah, United States University of Utah Full time
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Open Date 05/15/2024 Requisition Number PRN38559B Job Title Major Gifts Officer Working Title Major Gifts Officer Job Grade F FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary VP Area U of U Health - Academics Department College of Health-Dean Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $67-$74k Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Job Summary


This position has the opportunity to join a team setting that is engaging donors, alumni and the community around aspirational fundraising goals for the College of Health.

The college has the largest student body in U of U Health and is among the largest colleges/schools at the university.

The college is implementing a strategic effort to engage nearly 18,000 alumni. In addition, this position works with individuals, foundations, and corporations to raise funds for endowments and annual support.

The College is a salient part of the transformation of health care, and this position will help to ensure its successful role through philanthropy.


To learn more about us, please visit:
Responsibilities


Build relationships and secure philanthropic support ($1,000 and above) through personal visits with donors and prospective donors, including individuals, businesses/corporations, and foundations.


Inform potential contributors of the needs of the College of Health and encourage gifts to endowments, annual fund and projects.

Assure appropriate acknowledgment of contributions.

Acts as a liaison with department administrators, donors, volunteers, university development office, alumni department, and community organizations.

Follow up with donors through annual fund, qualification and phone-a-thon campaigns.

Identify and maintain information on donors and prospective donors.


Prepares proposals by performing research, coordinating with department board members, meeting with potential donors, corporations or foundations and writing the proposals.


Travels on behalf of U Health twice per year to engage with alumni and donors outside of the state of Utah.

Assist with marketing and communication efforts.

Assist donors in being ambassadors.

Organizes or assists with the solicitation strategies of donors.

May represent the department /college or University at various community meetings and events.

Other duties as assigned.


This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.


This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously:
Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously:
Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often:
Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Seldom:
Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications


Bachelor's degree in Communications, Business, or a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).

Four years of experience in high-end repeat sales or direct fund-raising required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communications skills also required.

Fund-raising or repeat sales experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully establish long term relationships with high-end customers is preferred.


Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Experience in alumni engagement and fundraising, including soliciting donations through phone and email

Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written

Proven track record in successful grant writing and corporate solicitation

Prior experience creating a development plan

Experience with fundraising databases such as Unite or Salesforce

Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS").

Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work).

Contact Human Resources at for information.

Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions.

Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at or or University Human Resource Management at if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.


The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.


The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status.

The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106.

The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment.

Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.


To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA).

More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:

Online reports may be submitted at

This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses.

They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah.

A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
  • Yes
  • No
  • How many years experience do you have in high-end repeat sales or direct fundraising?
  • Less than 2 years
  • 2 year or more, but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
  • 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
  • 8 years or more
Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume
Optional Documents

  • Cover Letter
  • Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call after submission
  • Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-21- Member Copy 4) - Veteran Only - Call

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