What are the responsibilities and job description for the Major Gifts Office position at HopeWest?
Major Gifts Officer
Full-time, 40hrs/week
SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: The Major Gift Officer is 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 position is responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with an assigned portfolio of individuals capable of making significant financial contributions. The Major Gift Officer will provide coaching, guidance, and support to regional directors and other members of the development team to develop and execute cultivation plans and solicitation strategies.
This relationship-centered individual 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 throughout the Grand Valley and will be instrumental in growing fundraising efforts. The Major Gifts Officer will have a proactive approach and strategic mindset to drive significant, sustained support.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of bachelor’s degree preferred. May substitute equivalent applicable work experience.
- 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.
- 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.
COMPETENCIES & REQUIREMENTS:
- 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
- EAP & Disability
- 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.
Salary : $72,550 - $88,300
