Major Gift Officer (20860)

Position Vacancy Announcement

 

Florida A&M University's Division of University Advancement is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the Major Gift Officer vacancy. The Major Gift Officer is responsible for overseeing the strategic planning and execution of fundraising initiatives within University Advancement primarily for the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and the Marching 100.

 

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Position Vacancy Announcement

 

Florida A&M University's Division of University Advancement is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the Major Gift Officer vacancy. The Major Gift Officer is responsible for overseeing the strategic planning and execution of fundraising initiatives within University Advancement primarily for the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and the Marching 100.

 

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Responsibilities

 

Initiates, cultivates, solicits and stewards all assigned annual and major gift prospects for all approved fundraising priorities for FAMU Athletics and The Marching 100; actively cultivate a portfolio of annual and major giving donors; Identifies priority prospects annual, special, and major gift prospects and implement fundraising strategies; and develops cultivation and solicitation strategies for assigned prospects; and achieves fundraising goals as established by the Assistant Vice President for University Advancement and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics for specific metrics, including but not limited to dollars raised, contacts made, and proposals submitted.

Develops relationships with alumnae, parents, faculty, staff, and friends leading to solicitation of gifts that will result in increasing both the number and amount of contributions; Develops and enhances relationships with alums, parents and friends of Florida A&M University and engage them for philanthropic support through in-person visits and attendance/participation in campus activities and regional events; Identifies and coordinates the efforts of volunteers and other staff members to be involved in the cultivation and solicitation process, as appropriate; Works cooperatively with all fundraising staff and directors at the university; develop relationships with colleagues at peer institutions; Fully comply with the university's prospect management/data base management system; and attends conferences and professional development seminars to stay current with fundraising strategies and best practices.

Minimum Qualifications

 

Bachelor's degree in appropriate area of specialization and six years of related experience; or master's degree in appropriate area of specialization and four years of related experience.

Recommended Competencies

 

Managerial/administrative experience in major gifts solicitations, grants/proposal development;

A high-energy level with an imaginative and entrepreneurial approach to fundraising;

An aptitude for staff development, planning, community-based leadership;

A track record of being a collegial team player;

Proven interpersonal oral/written communications, and organizational skills; and

A good working knowledge of computerized systems, including Microsoft Office, Blackboard, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

 

Demonstrated ability to meet financial goals for major gift giving, with a proven track record of cultivating and securing five-figure gifts and above, and successful experience in making cold calls, as well as developing cultivation and solicitation strategies;

Individual that is able to think strategically and creatively, and must have excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated record of completing assignments, multi-tasking, meeting deadlines, and working with minimal supervision;

Attention to detail and strong project management skills, ability to work as part of a team and professional attitude and appearance are required;

Experience with constituent relationship management system, such as Raisers Edge®, is preferred; and

Position requires travel (local and out of state), and work in the evenings and weekends.

Pay Plan

 

This is an Administrative and Professional (A&P) position.

Conditions of Employment

 

Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.

 

Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.

 

Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation.

How To Apply

 

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Self Service in iRattler. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law.

Reasonable Accommodation

 

If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.   

Equal Opportunity/Access

 

Florida A&M University (FAMU) is committed, as evident in our policies, principles, and practices, to an educational environment and equal opportunity workplace wherein each member of the University community is free from any form of harassment and discrimination. Therefore, the University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, sexual harassment, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, genetic information, and veteran status, or any other legally protected group status (including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972), in accordance with state and federal laws. Discriminatory conduct in the form of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic and dating violence, and stalking, is also prohibited.

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