What are the responsibilities and job description for the Major Gifts Officer - Shepherds Foundation, Inc. position at Shepherds College?
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Are you looking for an opportunity to serve in a Christian orgazation with a Kingdom-building mission?
Shepherds College, a 3-year accredited college program designed to help young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities develop job skills and greater independence, is seeking a Major Gifts Officer to raise funds with Shepherds Foundation, Inc. We believe that when you learn in an enviornment designed specifically for you, you thrive, and that's what our students experience every day at Shepherds College.
BENEFITS
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Funded HSA
- 401(k) Plan with Match
- 6 Weeks of PTO
- $1,000 Annual Retention Bonus
- Free Teledoc and Employee Assistance Program
POSITION OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Vice President for Advancement, the Major Gifts Officer (MGO) will be eager to embrace this moment of opportunity at the Foundation. The MGO will be responsible for identifying, engaging, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding current and prospective major donors. He/she will also be responsible for providing outstanding and responsive customer service to an established portfolio of donors and prospects, ensuring the attainment of their personal philanthropic goals. The ideal candidate will be eager to unite their faith with their frontline fundraising experience.
SKILLLS/EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
- A Bachelor’s degree is required.
- Minimum of five years of development experience, possessing roles with increasing levels of responsibility.
- Demonstrated success in personally securing five-and/or six-figure major gifts.
- Well-versed in planned giving vehicles, including bequests, trusts, annuities, and giving through retirement plans.
- Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Familiarity with CRMs and prospect research tools such as Raiser’s Edge -NXT, PGCalc, and/or iWave.
- Proficiency in standard office software tools and applications.
Visit our website to learn more about our mission!
www.shepherdscollege.edu
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Shepherds College is a non-profit Christian ministry organization. Do you align with the Christian values and beliefs of Shepherds College?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Fundraising: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Union Grove, WI 53182
Salary : $1,000