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Major Gifts Officer

Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra
Madison, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2025

Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra (WCO) seeks a part-time Major Gifts Officer to join our dynamic team in stewarding major gifts from individuals and corporations to increase our $2 million contributed revenue budget. This role supports the WCO’s overall robust annual philanthropic activities.

Reporting to the Director of Development, the Major Gifts Officer is a champion for the mission and serves as a key contributor in soliciting and closing five- and six- figure level gifts. This position will engage with high-net-worth donors, exhibiting confidence, sensitivity, discretion, and professionalism. Upholding a strong moves management system that ensures team accountability and performance, the Major Gift Officer will grow the organization’s base of major and leadership gift prospects and donors.

Read the full opportunity profile and apply at wcoconcerts.org/careers.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Evenings as needed
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

  • In this job, will you be prepared to work WCO program and fundraising activities, including Concerts on the Square, as needed throughout the year, including several evening and weekend activities?

Experience:

  • major gift fundraising: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Madison, WI 53703 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35,000 - $40,000

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