Chief Development Officer

6 days ago

Dallas, North Carolina, United States Gaston College Full time

Job Summary

The Chief Development Officer is a key member of the Gaston College team, responsible for leading the development and implementation of strategies to identify, cultivate, and steward donors to support the college's mission. This role requires a relationship-oriented professional with a proven track record in major gifts fundraising and leadership gift development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual and ongoing fundraising plans and budgets to support the priorities of Gaston College and the Gaston College Foundation.
• Supervise, train, and motivate assigned staff to achieve fundraising goals and objectives.
• Manage a portfolio of prospective and current donors with the capacity to give major gifts, planned gifts, and annual gifts.
• Create and lead signature events to obtain sponsorships and support fundraising goals.
• Identify and build relationships with private and public donors and prospects to secure funding for Gaston College and the Gaston College Foundation.
• Coordinate the establishment of endowments, annual scholarships, planned gifts, grants, and other contributions according to the Foundation and College Gift Acceptance Policy.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of all interactions with donors using Raiser's Edge.
• Support the development and production of communication tools, proposals, and reports to support fundraising efforts.
• Develop and maintain programs and activities of the Foundation through proactive marketing and public relations initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution required.
• Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of proven major gifts fundraising experience.
• Supervisory/leadership experience required.
• Excellent knowledge of major gift fundraising and ethical practices.
• Strong critical/analytical thinking and decision-making skills required.
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to build effective working relationships required.
• Ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity.
• Excellent time management and communication skills required.
• Ability to work with a high degree of independence and self-motivation.
• Familiarity with the business, nonprofit, and philanthropic community in the region preferred.
• Knowledge of 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organizations preferred.
• Knowledge of Blackbaud Raiser's Edge software preferred.
• Broad knowledge of computer applications required.

Work Environment

The Chief Development Officer will work in a traditional climate-controlled office environment. The ability to sit for extended periods, with some walking, standing, and bending required. Ability to lift and maneuver items weighing up to 25 pounds. Work environment can be stressful at times. Position requires weekend and/or evening hours.

Benefits

The Gaston College offers a competitive benefits package, including 401(k), dental insurance, employee assistance program, flexible spending account, health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, and vision insurance.

Schedule

The Chief Development Officer will work Monday to Friday, with weekends as needed. Ability to commute to Dallas, NC 28034 required. Ability to relocate to Dallas, NC 28034 before starting work required. Work location: In person.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gaston College is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.

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