Wayne State University Looking for Senior Major Gift Officer – School of Medicine 046833 Full Time

Senior Major Gift Officer – School of Medicine 046833

We are searching for an experienced Senior Major Gift Officer –
School of Medicine 046833 at our Detroit campus location. 

Wayne State University is a premier, public, urban research
university located in the heart of Detroit where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high quality education. Our deep rooted
commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities preparing students
for success in a diverse, global society. 

Essential Functions (Job Duties):

Provide expertise and experience while
participating in fundraising efforts, strategies and initiatives for the School of Medicine. Cultivate, solicit and steward major gift
donors to meet established fundraising goals within the allocated expense budget.

Serve in the role of seasoned professional by
providing expertise and guidance in identifying fundraising needs and priorities. Collaborate with AVP and director of development, dean,
department chairs and faculty; develop major gift fundraising plans and strategies; establish realistic and achievable timelines, remain
current with fundraising trends and serve as a resource on successful development activities, techniques and methods.

Conduct
one-on-one visits to qualify, cultivate and solicit donors to increase donor giving. 

Responsible for achieving annual fundraising
goal and assisting in meeting unit goals; allocating and prioritizing time and resources to achieve the greatest return on investment.
Performance and productivity will be measured on the following core metrics as determined annually:   

Dollars raised for campaign
gifts   

Dollars raised for cash and in-kind gifts   

Number of Major Gift solicitations of $25,000+   

Number of
Major Gifts closed at $25,000+   

Number of face-to-face meetings (visits)   

Number of meaningful contacts each
month

Serve as seasoned resource with Development units (e.g., Corporate Philanthropy, Foundation Relations, Annual Giving, Planned
Giving, Donor Relations and Prospect Research) as well as other university units to ensure operational efficiencies within the
unit.  

Ensure the timely routing of donor contributions to central development for processing.

Adhere to confidentiality and
data usage policy for the division.

This position requires a high level of commitment and enthusiasm. Due to travel requirements,
evening meetings and special events, etc., incumbent must be willing to work extended hours as needed.  

Perform related work as
assigned.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, public relations or business administration
from an accredited college or university.

Reasonable knowledge and understanding of university policies and
procedures.

EXPERIENCE

5-8 years’ experience working as a fundraising professional in direct major donor solicitations in
excess of $25,000.

Direct experience preparing proposals and conducting major gift solicitations required.

Higher education
development and prior volunteer management experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS: 
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and professionally both orally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills are a
must. 

PLANNING AND ORGANIZATION: Ability to manage several projects simultaneously, prioritize and plan work activities while
meeting respective deadlines. Strong organizational and time-management skills.

ANALYTICAL AND PRESENTATION SKILLS: Ability to
evaluate, interpret, and present complex information effectively in professionally prepared documents or presentations. Must possess a
demonstrated attention to detail in order to achieve a high degree of accuracy.

TECHNICAL SKILLS: Proficient in the use of complex
administrative systems software, preferably in the higher education environment.  Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, especially Word
and Excel. 

LEARNING AGILITY: Independent and innovative self-starter who displays an ability to learn quickly and easily adapts to
changing situations. Experience researching topics to gain knowledge and understanding when information gaps exist.

TEAMWORK: Ability
to collaborate effectively with colleagues within the division and other units to gain full understanding of the project and desired
outcome; ability to produce high quality and consistent results with assistance of team members; provide support to teammates when tackling
complex projects.

Preferred Qualifications: 

1. Do you have 5-8 years of experience working as a fundraising
professional in direct major donor solicitations in excess of $25,000? (Available Response: Yes or No; No=Disqualifying)

2. Do you
have direct experience preparing proposals and conducting major gift solicitations? (Available Response: Yes or No; No=Disqualifying)

School/College/Division:

H86 – Development & Alumni Affairs

Primary Department:

H8605 –
Development Office

Job Type: Full Time

Job Category:

Staff/Administrative

Funding/Salary
Information:          

Compensation Type: Annual Salary

Salary Minimum:  $80,000          

Salary Hire Maximum: $88,000

Job Openings: 2

Reposted Position: No

Reposted
Reason: None (New Requisition)

Prior Posting/Requisition Number: 046833

Background Check Requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history
check, before starting work.  If you are offered employment, the University will inform you if a background check is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all
employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. WSU
encourages applications from women, people of color, and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal
opportunity employer.