Senior Major Gifts Officer

Overview Our donors make it possible to fulfill the Legacy mission of making life better for others. As a planned giving/major gifts officer, you recognize the importance of donor generosity, and you work hard to build, cultivate and nurture a donor base. If you believe this is an opportunity in which you could thrive, we invite you to apply. Responsibilities The Senior Major Gifts Officer serves as a key development team member and active participant in reaching established goals and objectives of their assigned foundation or programs through physician engagement, board/volunteer and donor management. Responsibilities include managing an annual portfolio of prospects capable of making principal ($250,000) and major gifts ($25,000), prospect identification, cultivation and stewardship. Works with Legacy leaders, trustees and physicians on gift approach strategies. Prepares contact reports and appropriate follow-up materials in consultation with communications department and prepares proposals for prospects regarding appropriate gift instruments. Works closely with philanthropy leadership to build a Foundation board and other fundraising councils, as appropriate, of prominent community leaders and philanthropists. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required, preferably in business, communications or liberal arts. Experience: Minimum of eight years of experience in major gift fundraising, preferably in health care, academic medicine or higher education. Extensive experience in sales (8 years) may be substituted for fundraising experience. Skills: Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Commitment to healthcare. Ability to work independently and with limited supervision. Ability to work as an effective member of a team. Creative and analytical skills. Financial planning skills. Strong organizational skills. Proficiency with database utilization and modern office software. LEGACY’S VALUES IN ACTION: Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy’s Values in Action. Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled Licensure Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) preferred. Pay Range USD $52.88 - USD $78.78 /Hr. Working Conditions Must be able to lift push pull 0 20 pounds. Voluntary use of N95 permitted May not enter isolation areas or provide COVID 19 care Annual E required .