Title: Senior Major Gifts Officer
Office/Department: Development
Description: Grove City College seeks a highly motivated fundraiser to join an award-winning Advancement office that supports a nationally recognized Christian liberal arts college. This position is responsible for managing a portfolio of major gift prospects (defined internally as gifts or pledges of $25,000 or more) and secure gifts of $25,000 with an emphasis on $100,000 and above for Grove City College and assist with other activities in the Development program. Duties include but are not limited to, developing and implementing strategies for identifying, cultivating, visiting, soliciting and stewarding major gift donors. Grow a portfolio of prospects who have been determined to have the ability to make gifts of $25,000 with an emphasis on $100,000 and above. Solicit 20 or more major gift prospects per year. Maintain travel schedule (10 or more times per year outside of the Pittsburgh region). Work collaboratively with the Senior Director of Development, VP for Advancement, other advancement staff, deans, faculty and other constituents to cultivate and solicit donors for college priorities. Develop long-term relationships with alumni, donors and prospects with the purpose of soliciting and closing major gifts and showing the impact of their gifts.
Requirements: This position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field. The ideal candidate should possess knowledge of the principles of fundraising and practical fundraising (or closely related) experience. In addition, the successful candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be a team player and possess strong organizational and computer skills. Must be willing to travel frequently. A strong, demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the mission and vision of Grove City College is essential.
Interested candidates should send their letter of interest, resume, names of three professional references, and salary requirements to: Mrs. Jamie N. Kimble, Associate Director of Human Resources at employment@gcc.edu.
Posted 6/4/24