Development Officer, Fundraising

Hours of Work :8:00 AM - 5:00 PMDays Of Week :Monday - FridayWork Shift :Job Description :Job:Responsible for implementing comprehensive donor relations and oversight of all annual fund programs that meet the goals and objectives of the Methodist Richardson Medical Center Foundation and Methodist Health System (MHS).Experience:Bachelor's degree required5 years of non-profit work experience in development or related project experience.Must be able to demonstrate success in leading major donor relations initiatives.Must be able to demonstrate success in managing events or projects.Interpersonal Skills:Ability to function both as a collaborative member of a team and a self-starter who requires minimal supervisionMust be able to demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals/groups at all levels in the community and with MHS staffDemonstrate experience supporting volunteers and laying the groundwork for successful projectsMust have excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skillsMust be able to demonstrate strong persuasion and strategic thinking skillsCapable of managing diverse tasks, setting priorities, handling sensitive situations, and meeting deadlinesAbility to make good decisions based on analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgmentExemplify MHS's core values: Servant Heart, Hospitality, Innovation, Noble, Enthusiasm, Skillful.Responsibilities:Collaborate with staff, volunteer committees, and stakeholders in planning and implementing special events and donor cultivation activities. This includes clearly and consistently supporting timelines, volunteer efforts, vendor supervision, managing budgets, organizing, troubleshooting, gift reporting and tracking, and completing events.Develop a donor pipeline through identification, research, cultivation, and solicitation of donors while preparing them for major gifts.Manage to internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws.Responsible for identifying and securing corporate and community sponsors for all events.Manages employee giving, physician giving, grateful patient, and tribute programs.Participates in direct marketing program by developing and executing strategies to acquire, steward, and retain high-quality donors through monthly giving programs and single-gift appeals, using integrated campaigns.Manage donor communication plan including newsletter and annual report.Under the direction of the Director of the Foundation, develop an industry-leading annual giving plan and budget, with a focus on strategic long-term growth.Utilize the database to segment donors for appeals and special events.Works effectively with Foundation board members to integrate their knowledge and skills into the annual giving plan and project management.Methodist Richardson Medical Center is a 443-bed, full-service, acute care hospital that serves Richardson, Garland, Plano, and surrounding areas in Dallas and Collin counties. We are a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as the nation's first hospital to receive The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval® for Pancreatic/Hepatic/Biliary Cancer Certification. We also provide services at Methodist Richardson Medical Center - Campus for Continuing Care, which include a behavioral health and addiction recovery unit, inpatient rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we've earned:Magnet®-designated hospital150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Hospital Review, 2023Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023Level III Neonatal Intensive Care UnitLevel III Trauma Center