Major Gifts Officer - Pacific Northwest

Join to apply for the Major Gifts Officer - Pacific Northwest role at Simpson UniversityContinue with Google Continue with Google4 months ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Major Gifts Officer - Pacific Northwest role at Simpson UniversityGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Sign in to access AI-powered advicesContinue with Google Continue with GoogleContinue with Google Continue with GoogleContinue with Google Continue with GoogleContinue with Google Continue with GoogleContinue with Google Continue with GoogleContinue with Google Continue with GoogleBrief DescriptionThe Major Gifts Officer is responsible for the planning, organization, and coordination of the efforts that are necessary to raise gift income in the Pacific Northwest. Geographical area of responsibility includes Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska. This will include operational, capital, and endowment funding. This position will develop and execute fundraising and relationship development strategies with specific donors within their portfolio and prospective donors and may assist in ongoing planned giving efforts.Brief DescriptionThe Major Gifts Officer is responsible for the planning, organization, and coordination of the efforts that are necessary to raise gift income in the Pacific Northwest. Geographical area of responsibility includes Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska. This will include operational, capital, and endowment funding. This position will develop and execute fundraising and relationship development strategies with specific donors within their portfolio and prospective donors and may assist in ongoing planned giving efforts.This is a remote position, with the option to work from the University campus in Redding, CA. The candidate should live in either Northern California, Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon or Washington. This position requires frequent travel (50-70%) to and from the geographical areas of responsibility listed above. Depending on the residence location of the candidate chosen, there will be varying state and local laws and regulations regarding time spent working in each location that may impact this position's travel schedule.QualificationsPossess a minimum of a bachelor's degree; Graduate degree is preferredPossess at least three (3) years of proven success in sales, fundraising and/or donor relationsMust have and maintain a valid driver's licenseAbility and willingness to travel by automobile and/or commercial airline to and from the geographical areas of responsibilityDemonstrate knowledge of fundraising principles and practices, including campaign experienceDemonstrate ability to implement fundraising principles to raise significant funds from individuals, corporations, and foundations and to steward and recognize donorsPossess a very good knowledge of Raiser's Edge and MS Office (preferred)Demonstrate Alumni Relations experience or equivalentHave excellent communications skills in writing, presentations, and conversationsBe able to work in a team with other staff and volunteers.Have the ability to translate objectives and goals into a workable plan utilizing staff and volunteers appropriately while retaining controlHave the ability to make strong personal appeals to potential donorsBe able to use digital photographic and recording equipment.General ExpectationsPersonal relationship with Jesus, a vibrant Christian faith, and a commitment to Christian community; capable of sharing faith and engaging in conversations about Christ.Demonstrate Simpson University Values in the performance of all dutiesMaintain lifestyle in accordance with Simpson University Lifestyle Policy in Staff HandbookMaintain the confidentiality of information, data and records. Properly use tact, diplomacy, discretion and judgmentDemonstrate strong customer service skills in the performance of job dutiesDemonstrate good organizational and communication skills in the performance of job dutiesSupervises employees in accordance with Simpson University policies and procedures (for supervisory positions)Support the overflow needs of other departments within the respective university areaPerform other duties in accordance with this position as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisorEssential Functions50-70% travel required within the area of the constituency. This includes weekend travel.Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Writing skills include development of collateral written materials.Be an organized, concise thinker and communicator.Be strong and inspirational with staff, board, and volunteer leaders.Be imaginative in packaging projects for fundraising.Possess high moral integrity.Have patience and perseverance during the donor education and cultivation cycle.Consider attending a Christian & Missionary Alliance church.Physical RequirementsJob Title:Major Gifts Officer - Pacific NorthwestTypical Working Conditions(Describe environment including exposure to heat, cold, fumes, chemicals, allergens, mold, etc.)Indoors on computer.Equipment Used(List all manual and automated equipment used in the course of performing essential functions.)Computer, scanner, copier, mouse, keyboard, stapler, 3-hole punch, letter opener. Digital photography and recording equipment.Essential Physical Tasks(List all physical tasks encountered in performing essential functions - i.e. sitting for long periods of time using a computer, standing, climbing ladders, etc.)Sitting for long periods of time using a computer and while traveling in automobile and/or commercial airline.Analysis Of Physical Demands To Perform Essential FunctionsKey (Based on typical week):N=NeverR=Rarely (Less than 1 hour per week)O=Occasional (1%-33% of time)F=Frequent (34%-66% of time)C=Constant (over 66% of time)ActivityFrequencyActivityFrequencyNROFCNROFCLifting/CarryingTwisting/TurningUnder 10 lbsXReach over shoulderX11-20 lbsXReach over headX21-50 lbsXReach outwardX51-100 lbsXClimbXOver 100 lbsXCrawlXKneelXPushing/PullingSquatXUnder 10 lbsXSitX11-20 lbsXWalk-Normal SurfacesX21-50 lbsXWalk-Uneven SurfacesX51-100 lbsXWalk-Slippery SurfacesXOver 100 lbsXStandXBendXDrivingAutomatic TransXStandard TransXOtherKeyboard/Ten KeyXFingering (fine dexterity)XHandling (grasping, holding)XRepetitive Motion - HandsXRepetitive Motion - FeetXSalary range: $81,000 -90,000 annualSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesHigher EducationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Simpson University by 2xSign in to set job alerts for "Major Gifts Officer" roles.Continue with Google Continue with GoogleContinue with Google Continue with GoogleWe're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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