Current jobs related to Major Gift Officer – Law School - Detroit, Michigan - Wayne State University

  • Law Enforcement Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States Government Jobs Full time

    Government Jobs **Career Opportunities with the Detroit Police Department** The Detroit Police Department offers a wide range of career options for individuals seeking a challenging and rewarding career in law enforcement. From street patrol and investigations to advanced tactical units, crime analysis, and community relations, there are many opportunities...

  • Law Enforcement Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States Government Jobs Full time

    Job Summary:The Government Jobs organization is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated individual to fill the role of Police Officer. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for maintaining law and order, protecting the community, and upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.Key Responsibilities:Enforce laws and regulations...

  • Law Enforcement Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States Wayne County Government Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Law Enforcement Officer to join our team at the Wayne County Government. As a Police Officer, you will play a vital role in maintaining public safety and order at the Wayne County Jail.Key ResponsibilitiesSecurity and Supervision: Maintain security and supervise inmates at the Wayne County Jail,...

  • Dean of Law School

    1 day ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

    Dean of the School of Law OpportunityUniversity of Detroit Mercy invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the School of Law. This is a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic and collaborative institution deeply committed to social justice, academic excellence, and community engagement.About the School of LawThe School of Law at...

  • Law Enforcement Officer

    1 month ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States Government Jobs Full time

    Government Employment Opportunities Uniformed Officer $46, $75,920.Annual Salary The Detroit Police Department provides a remarkable variety of career paths, encompassing street patrol, investigative roles, specialized tactical units, crime analysis, community engagement, and more.The Detroit Police Department encompasses everything for individuals...

  • School Security Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States Elite School Staffing Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced School Security Officer to join our team at Elite School Staffing. As a School Security Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of students, staff, and visitors on school premises.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor school parking lots and maintain visibility to prevent any...

  • Public Safety Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States Detroit Public Schools Community District Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Public Safety Officer to join our team at the Detroit Public Schools Community District. As a Public Safety Officer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and security of our students, staff, and facilities.Key ResponsibilitiesEnforce local, state, and federal laws, as well as district...

  • School Bus Driver

    1 month ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States Elite School Staffing Full time

    About Elite School StaffingElite Diversity Staffing is more than just a staffing company. We partner with our clients to hire and work with employees to create a quality working environment and solve problems as they come up. We are also providing staffing solutions for the following areas needing hiring in volume: full-service medical, food service,...

  • Law Enforcement Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States Detroit Transportation Corporation Full time

    Job Title: Transit Police OfficerCompany: Detroit Transportation Corporation**Job Summary:**Enforce laws and regulations on the Detroit People Mover Elevated Rail System and DTC facilitiesMaintain order and ensure public safety in a fast-paced environment**Key Responsibilities:**Patrol assigned areas to prevent and respond to incidentsInvestigate and...

  • School Security Officer

    1 month ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States Michigan School Public Relations Association Full time

    Campus Safety Coordinator Job Overview:The Michigan School Public Relations Association is on the lookout for a committed Campus Safety Coordinator to enhance our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of our educational facilities while actively monitoring and addressing any potential hazards. This...

  • Security Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States Elite School Staffing Full time

    {"Job Title": "School Security Officer", "Job Description": "Job SummaryWe are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented School Security Officer to join our team at Elite School Staffing. As a School Security Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of students, staff, and visitors on school property.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor...

  • School Administrative Coordinator

    3 weeks ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States Elite School Staffing Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented School Administrative Assistant to join our team at Elite School Staffing. The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the school, ensuring a smooth and efficient operation.Key ResponsibilitiesFront Desk Operations: Greet visitors, respond to phone calls, and manage the main...

  • School Administrative Assistant

    7 days ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States Elite School Staffing Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented School Administrative Assistant to join our team at Elite School Staffing. As a key member of our support staff, you will provide exceptional administrative support to our school district, ensuring seamless operations and excellent customer service.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide front desk...

  • School Administrative Support Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States Elite School Staffing Full time

    Summary The School Administrative Assistant serves as a vital point of contact for parents, staff members, students, and visitors within the school environment. This role ensures smooth administrative operations and provides essential support to the school community. Essential Responsibilities Provide professional phone support, answering inquiries, taking...

  • Senior Director of Philanthropy

    1 week ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States United Way for Southeastern Michigan Full time

    Job Title: Senior Director of Philanthropy - Individual GivingUnited Way for Southeastern Michigan is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Director of Philanthropy - Individual Giving to lead our fundraising initiatives and enhance donor relationships.About the RoleThe Senior Director of Philanthropy, Individual Giving will play a pivotal role in...

  • School Bus Driver Position

    1 week ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States Elite School Staffing Full time

    Job Title: School Bus DriverWe are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious School Bus Driver to join our team at Elite School Staffing. As a School Bus Driver, you will be responsible for transporting students to and from school safely and efficiently.Key Responsibilities:Conduct pre-trip inspections to ensure the bus is in good working condition.Operate the...

  • Public Safety Officer

    6 days ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States Detroit Public Schools Community District Full time

    Job Title: Public Safety OfficerJoin the Detroit Public Schools Community District team as a Public Safety Officer, responsible for ensuring the safety and security of students, staff, and school property.Job Summary:The Public Safety Officer will be responsible for enforcing local, state, and federal laws, investigating crimes and incidents, and providing...

  • School Social Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States Elite School Staffing Full time

    About Elite School StaffingElite Diversity Staffing is more than just a staffing company. We partner with our clients to hire and work with employees to create a quality working environment and solve problems as they come up. We are also providing staffing solutions for the following areas needing hiring in volume: full-service medical, food service,...

  • Office Coordinator

    4 weeks ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States HNTB Full time

    Become a Part of HNTB's Michigan TeamAt HNTB, we provide an opportunity to engage in a career that is both rewarding and significant for communities in Michigan. Our Michigan team is integral in delivering innovative solutions for major infrastructure initiatives throughout the state. As we continue to expand and open new office locations, this is an...

  • Administrative Coordinator to the Chief of Schools

    4 weeks ago

    Detroit, Michigan, United States DETROIT EDISON PUBLIC SCHOOL ACADEMY Full time

    Position OverviewExecutive Support Specialist for the Chief of SchoolsAbout UsDetroit Edison Public School Academy (DEPSA) is a dedicated Charter Management Organization (CMO) focused on enhancing educational outcomes for students. We are committed to fostering an environment that maximizes learning potential through effective educational strategies and...

Major Gift Officer – Law School

4 months ago

Detroit, Michigan, United States Wayne State University Full time

Major Gift Officer – Law School

Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedMajor Gift Officer – Law Schoolat its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

JOB PURPOSE

Support and participate in fundraising efforts, strategies and initiatives for the Law School (Law). Manage a prospect portfolio to achieve aggressive fundraising and contact goals annually. Cultivate, solicit and steward major gift donors to meet established fundraising goals within the allocated expense budget. This position reports to the Senior Director, Major Gifts – Law School.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(Essential functions are the primary duties/major job responsibilities that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The essential functions are listed in order of importance.)

% Time

Collaborate with Director, Dean, Chairs and Faculty in identifying fundraising needs and priorities for the Law School. Implement major gift fundraising plans and strategies; establish realistic and achievable timelines; remain current with fundraising trends and serve as a resource on successful development activities, techniques and methods. 25%

Manage a prospect portfolio to achieve aggressive fundraising and contact goals annually. Establish and implement prospect qualification, cultivation, and solicitation strategies with a particular focus on securing commitments of $25,000+. Engage division leadership and school/college/unit-based colleagues as appropriate to support prospect strategies.

25%

Responsible for achieving annual fundraising goal and assisting in meeting unit and division goals; allocating and prioritizing time and resources to achieve the greatest return on investment. Performance and productivity will be measured on the following core metrics as determined annually:

Dollars raised for campaign gift commitments

Number of major gift solicitations of $25,000+

Number of major gift closures at $25,000+

Number of face-to-face prospect and donor meetings (in-person and virtual visits)

Number of meaningful, significant contacts each month 20%

Collaborate with other Development units (e.g. Corporate Relations, Foundation Relations, Annual Campaigns, Planned Giving, Donor Experience, Alumni Relations, Data Analytics, and Prospect Development) as well as other university units to ensure operational efficiencies within the unit. 15%

Draft and negotiate gift and pledge documentation ranging from simple to moderate complexity. Ensure timely routing of donor contributions to central development for processing. 10%

Perform other related duties as assigned. 5%

WORK CONTEXT

This grid characterizes the position scope.

Job Reports to: Senior Director/Chair

Leadership Accountability: Implements operating plans

Supervisory Accountability: None

Organizational Accountability: None

Financial Accountability: Monitors expenditures

Customer Accountability: Interfaces with customers outside the S/C/D

Freedom to Act: Subject to general input from supervisor

Unique duties:

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education Bachelor's degree

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in marketing, public relations, business administration or related field.

Reasonable knowledge and understanding of university policies and procedures.

Experience Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)

Minimum two (2) to five (5) years of experience working as a fundraising professional in direct major donor solicitations in excess of $25,000 or equivalent experience as a fundraising professional at another institution operating in a similar capacity. Direct experience preparing proposals and conducting major gift solicitations required.

Higher education development and prior volunteer management experience preferred.

Professional understanding of, and interest in, Development and Alumni Affairs best practices and general operations. Familiarity with, and interest in, trends and best practices related to major gift solicitation. Positive and collaborative professional philosophy, recognizing that this position is integral to the achievement of the goals and objectives of Development and Alumni Affairs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

ANALYTICAL AND PRESENTATION SKILLS: Ability to evaluate, interpret, and present complex information effectively in professionally prepared documents or presentations. Must possess a demonstrated attention to detail in order to achieve a high degree of accuracy.

COLLABORATION: Exhibits a willingness to partner with diverse units across the university with integrity and high character to reach unified goals. Possesses the ability to navigate difficult situations with grace and understanding while being respectful and accepting of individual differences.

COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS: Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and professionally both orally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills are a must. Ability to work successfully with persons from diverse backgrounds.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION: Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors and proactively managing implicit bias.

LEARNING AGILITY: Independent and innovative self-starter who displays an ability to learn quickly and easily adapts to changing situations. Experience researching topics to gain knowledge and understanding when information gaps exist.

PLANNING AND ORGANIZATION: Ability to manage several projects simultaneously, prioritize and plan work activities while meeting respective deadlines. Strong organizational and time-management skills required. Maturity, sound judgment and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a deadline-oriented environment.

TEAMWORK: Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues within the division and other units to gain full understanding of the project and desired outcome; ability to produce high quality and consistent results with assistance of team members; provide support to teammates when tackling complex projects.

TECHNICAL SKILLS: Proficient in the use of complex administrative systems software, preferably in the higher education environment. Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, especially Word, Excel and Teams. Ability to understand and translate complex concepts into lay terms.

Working Conditions

Normal office environment.

Adhere to confidentiality and data usage policy for the division.

This position requires a high level of commitment and enthusiasm. Due to travel requirements, evening meetings and special events, etc., candidate must be willing to work extended hours as needed.

Preferred qualifications:

School/College/Division:

H86 - Development & Alumni Affairs

Primary department:

H8605-Developmnt office

Employment type:

  • Regular Employee
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Job category: Staff/Administrative

Funding/salary information:

  • Compensation type: Annual Salary
  • Hourly rate:
  • Salary minimum: $68,000
  • Salary hire maximum: $72,000

Working conditions:

Normal working conditions

Job openings:

  • Number of openings: 1
  • Reposted position: No
  • Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)
  • Prior posting/requisition number:

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Equal employment opportunity statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.