Major Gift Officer

4 days ago

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States University of Pittsburgh Full time

Major Gift Officer

The incumbent will serve as a member of the front-line fundraising team with a primary focus on developing and strengthening donor relationships to identify, cultivate, steward, and solicit contributions. Additionally, the position will provide financial reporting, prospect management, and operational support by conducting research, preparing bios, maintaining detailed files and data, and preparing reports. Participates in development events and meetings to promote the Department of Athletics.


Job Summary

Develops and builds partnerships that strengthen existing donor relationships and identifies, cultivates, stewards, and solicits contributions. Develops and facilitates stewardship evaluations and determines corresponding University and prospective interests. Assists in the development of policies and prepares reports for presentation to management.


Essential Functions

Develops and maintains liaison with appropriate staff and executives to strengthen existing donor relationships. Identifies, cultivates, stewards, and solicits contributions through personal calls and visits. Develops, implements, and evaluates plans for solicitation and stewardship strategies and the evaluation, cultivation, and solicitation of major gift prospects. Matches University strengths and interests with prospective interests. Collates and interprets available research data pertinent to the development of relationships with potential donors. Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and systems. Prepares and presents reports for management and University officials. Participates in reaching departmental goals. Serve as liaison to internal departments within Department of Athletics and Philanthropic and Alumni Engagement. Attends relevant events and meetings to promote the Department of Athletics. Conducts research to provide leads and insight on prospective donors. Prepare and report athletics development officer productivity and prospect activity, as well as manage future pipeline, year-to-date fundraising progress, special project fundraising progress, and reporting on pledge activities. Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and produce high quality work product. Skilled in word processing, Excel, reporting, email, and database software programs. Experience in creating reports and using ticketing and advancement databases is required [for example, Advance, PacFUND, Affinaquest, Millennium, Raiser's Edge, Sales Force, etc.] A desire to pursue a career in higher education development and/or athletics administration.


Physical Effort

Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time. May need to lift equipment, mail, or supplies up to 50 pounds.


The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.


The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.



Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Major Gifts Officer II

Job Family: Philanthropy & Engagement

Job Sub Family: Major & Principal Gifts

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 4

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: Varies

Work Arrangement: Varies

Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications

Relocation_Offered: Yes

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents: Not Applicable

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