UC Law SF
Major Gifts Officer
UC Law SF, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
MAJOR GIFTS OFFICER
Office of Advancement
Classification: Class Code 6111 / Level 4 / Exempt / Full-Time / Benefited
Anticipated hiring rate
:
$100,000 - $120,000 (commensurate with experience)
THE ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Major Gift Officer (MGO) is a critical member of the Office of Advancement at UC Law San Francisco. The MGO secures philanthropic gifts from alumni and friends of the College to advance its work, which is accomplished through strategic, thoughtful, and timely communications and engagements, as well as extensive relationship building.
The MGO reports to the Chief Advancement Officer and focuses on managing and developing a portfolio of major and principal gift donors. Essential functions include:
Actively manage, create, and
implement strategy for a portfolio of 125-150 current, lapsed, and
prospective major and principal gift donors through identification,
qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
Develop and strengthen
relationships between donors and the law school through one-on-one
meetings, events, and strategic engagement initiatives. The MGO’s success
will be measured by solicitations made and funds raised in addition to
personal visits and meaningful contacts.
Partner and collaborate with
members of the Advancement team, the Chancellor and Dean, Assistant
Chancellor & Dean/Chief of Staff, faculty, and other internal members
of the UC Law SF community to remain current on and share key College
initiatives and updates with donors, advancing solicitation and
stewardship strategies.
Participate in events throughout
the year including institutional signature events (e.g., Convocation,
Swearing-In Ceremony, Chancellor’s Reception), Spring Week, Alumni Chapter
and Affinity Group events, and other events presenting opportunities for
donor engagement and cultivation.
Memorialize and document all
communications and interactions with donors by entering timely contact
reports into the Raiser’s Edge NXT donor database.
Other related responsibilities as
assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree required, with preference for candidates who have advanced degrees.3-5 years of progressive and successful development experience in relationship-based major gifts, preferably in higher education.Proven success in securing major gifts and upgrading donors.DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Commitment to UC Law San Francisco’s vision to prepare its graduates to tackle modern legal challenges.Ability to understand the needs and interests of major and principal gift donors in order to develop fruitful relationships with the law school.Possess a keen understanding of the fundraising cycle: identifying, qualifying, soliciting, and stewarding major and principal gift donors.Excellent written and oral communication skills, including demonstrated writing and editing skills in the preparation of proposals, and in the drafting of related correspondence, often for the signature of institutional leaders.Stellar relationship building skills and ability to build rapport with internal and external stakeholders.Commitment to appropriate management of sensitive and confidential constituent data.Excellent time management and follow-up skills.Ability to work well under deadlines and to manage multiple projects simultaneously.Ability to establish and achieve quantified goals and objectives.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Ability to travel around the region and to other areas of the country.Must have a valid driver’s license.BENEFITS
Health and Welfare Benefits
Comprehensive
medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
Flexible Spending
Accounts for transportation-related, healthcare and dependent care
expenses
Employee Assistance
Program
For Your Financial Future
Life Insurance,
Disability Insurance, and Legal Insurance
University of
California Retirement Plan (a defined benefit plan)
Deferred
Compensation Plans/Pre-tax Retirement
Savings Programs
For Your Work/Life Balance
Fifteen paid
holidays per year
Generous vacation
and sick leave
Commuter Benefits Program
THE HIRING PROCESS
Please note: This position has been designated as “sensitive” and requires a pre-employment background check.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact Human Resources if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Applicants who meet the position requirements will be competitively evaluated to identify the individuals whose breadth and depth of experience and education most closely relate to the stated requirements and the needs of the College. Not all applicants will be contacted for an interview.
The skills listed above are comprehensive, and we understand there are great candidates who possess only a subset of those skills, or who have other important skills. If you match some of these skills, please do not hesitate to apply.
UC Law SF is an equal opportunity employer. UC Law SF strives to provide a diverse and inclusive educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding and respect. UC Law SF is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching. Qualified women and members of underrepresented minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Office of Advancement
Classification: Class Code 6111 / Level 4 / Exempt / Full-Time / Benefited
Anticipated hiring rate
:
$100,000 - $120,000 (commensurate with experience)
THE ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Major Gift Officer (MGO) is a critical member of the Office of Advancement at UC Law San Francisco. The MGO secures philanthropic gifts from alumni and friends of the College to advance its work, which is accomplished through strategic, thoughtful, and timely communications and engagements, as well as extensive relationship building.
The MGO reports to the Chief Advancement Officer and focuses on managing and developing a portfolio of major and principal gift donors. Essential functions include:
Actively manage, create, and
implement strategy for a portfolio of 125-150 current, lapsed, and
prospective major and principal gift donors through identification,
qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
Develop and strengthen
relationships between donors and the law school through one-on-one
meetings, events, and strategic engagement initiatives. The MGO’s success
will be measured by solicitations made and funds raised in addition to
personal visits and meaningful contacts.
Partner and collaborate with
members of the Advancement team, the Chancellor and Dean, Assistant
Chancellor & Dean/Chief of Staff, faculty, and other internal members
of the UC Law SF community to remain current on and share key College
initiatives and updates with donors, advancing solicitation and
stewardship strategies.
Participate in events throughout
the year including institutional signature events (e.g., Convocation,
Swearing-In Ceremony, Chancellor’s Reception), Spring Week, Alumni Chapter
and Affinity Group events, and other events presenting opportunities for
donor engagement and cultivation.
Memorialize and document all
communications and interactions with donors by entering timely contact
reports into the Raiser’s Edge NXT donor database.
Other related responsibilities as
assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree required, with preference for candidates who have advanced degrees.3-5 years of progressive and successful development experience in relationship-based major gifts, preferably in higher education.Proven success in securing major gifts and upgrading donors.DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Commitment to UC Law San Francisco’s vision to prepare its graduates to tackle modern legal challenges.Ability to understand the needs and interests of major and principal gift donors in order to develop fruitful relationships with the law school.Possess a keen understanding of the fundraising cycle: identifying, qualifying, soliciting, and stewarding major and principal gift donors.Excellent written and oral communication skills, including demonstrated writing and editing skills in the preparation of proposals, and in the drafting of related correspondence, often for the signature of institutional leaders.Stellar relationship building skills and ability to build rapport with internal and external stakeholders.Commitment to appropriate management of sensitive and confidential constituent data.Excellent time management and follow-up skills.Ability to work well under deadlines and to manage multiple projects simultaneously.Ability to establish and achieve quantified goals and objectives.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Ability to travel around the region and to other areas of the country.Must have a valid driver’s license.BENEFITS
Health and Welfare Benefits
Comprehensive
medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
Flexible Spending
Accounts for transportation-related, healthcare and dependent care
expenses
Employee Assistance
Program
For Your Financial Future
Life Insurance,
Disability Insurance, and Legal Insurance
University of
California Retirement Plan (a defined benefit plan)
Deferred
Compensation Plans/Pre-tax Retirement
Savings Programs
For Your Work/Life Balance
Fifteen paid
holidays per year
Generous vacation
and sick leave
Commuter Benefits Program
THE HIRING PROCESS
Please note: This position has been designated as “sensitive” and requires a pre-employment background check.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact Human Resources if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Applicants who meet the position requirements will be competitively evaluated to identify the individuals whose breadth and depth of experience and education most closely relate to the stated requirements and the needs of the College. Not all applicants will be contacted for an interview.
The skills listed above are comprehensive, and we understand there are great candidates who possess only a subset of those skills, or who have other important skills. If you match some of these skills, please do not hesitate to apply.
UC Law SF is an equal opportunity employer. UC Law SF strives to provide a diverse and inclusive educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding and respect. UC Law SF is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching. Qualified women and members of underrepresented minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
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