Major Gifts Officer

4 weeks ago


Grand Junction, United States HOPEWEST Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Major Gifts Officer
Full-time, 40hrs/week


Do you have a solid track record in Philanthropy? Does your experience include donor cultivation and obtaining major gifts for a non-profit organization? Do you have experience with planned giving?

HopeWest is looking to add a Major Gifts Officer with proven experience and skills in philanthropy. The person in this position will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individuals for major and planned gifts, while ensuring donors feel deeply connected to our mission. This person will build and maintain strong relationships with assigned donors and potential donors who are capable of making significant financial contributions.

We are looking for a relationship-centered individual who will be highly visible within the community, working to develop compelling gift opportunities and engage prospective and existing donors in our work. They will represent HopeWest enthusiastically and strategically throughout the Grand Valley and will be instrumental in growing fundraising efforts.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum of three years’ experience as a frontline fundraiser in a nonprofit organization and a proven track record of directly soliciting and closing major gifts.
  • Minimum of bachelor’s degree preferred. May substitute equivalent applicable work experience.
  • Experience in creating and implementing strategies to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors.
  • Knowledge of fundraising best practices.
  • Proficient in Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM and Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  • Valid Colorado driver’s license, unlimited access to reliable transportation and adequate automobile insurance maintained throughout employment.

REQUIRED SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

  • A proven relationship-builder.
  • Maintains a high level of professionalism, diplomacy, tact, and confidentiality.
  • Strong attention to detail and organization.
  • Self-motivated and disciplined with an ability to meet goals.
  • Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
  • A strong team player who is also able to work independently.
  • Willingness to travel throughout the HopeWest service region to meet with donors, prospects, and regional staff.
  • Adherence to ethical fundraising practices, including the AFP Code of Ethical Standards.
  • Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed for donor meetings and events.

Pay and Benefits:

  • Salary: $72,550-88,300
  • Mileage reimbursement for work related driving.
  • Cell phone and other technology provided.
  • Cigna Health, Dental, and Vision insurance effective the first of the month following start date
  • Immediate accrual of PTO and medical leave
  • Employer paid life insurance and Long-term Disability
  • Access to EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • 403b Retirement plan with up to 3% employer match
  • 15% discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery, and Heirlooms locations


At HopeWest, we hold strong core values that are followed internally with staff as well as in the daily care of our patients & their loved ones. Employees of HopeWest are ambassadors that help continue our strong reputation in the communities we serve. If you want to feel honor and pride in the work that you do, while supporting a meaningful mission, come join our HopeWest Team

Together, through creativity, volunteerism, and philanthropy we change the experiences of aging, illness, and grief – one family at a time.

HopeWest honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. This position will remain open until filled.



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