University of Michigan

Major Gifts Officer Intermediate

College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA)

Working Title

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Major Gifts Officer Intermediate

Posting Number

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72328

Job Category

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Fundraising - Major Gift Officer

Salary

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$55,000 - $65,000

Experience Range

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2 to 5 Years

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume as one document on the University of Michigan Careers at the U site.

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Interested Candidates must apply through the UM Jobs website as well as submit a resume, cover letter and two business writing samples, before the posting closes, to dmcbiddocs@umich.edu in order to be considered for this position. The email should reference the Job ID# 72328 in the subject line. Candidates who are not in compliance with this full request will not be considered.

Position Description

The primary focus of this position is to manage a portion of the major gifts program for the College of LSA Development office, with primary focus on individual major gifts for the out-state Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio regional territory.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

Solicit gifts and negotiate on behalf of the University with potential donors. Coordinate deferred giving activities to ensure the effective presentation of appropriate trust, bequest and deferred giving instruments to volunteers and prospects. Prepare proposals for individual donor prospects and solicit gifts for the College. Assist in the planning and execution of a major, College-wide fundraising campaign as it relates to the University campaign. 

Analyze fundraising activities and results and develop immediate to long-range plans for improved fundraising programs. 

Plan and direct gift/related personal solicitation activities. Plan and direct programs for the identification and involvement of individuals as volunteers in gift programs and supervise the training and participation of volunteers in the region for gift solicitation efforts. 

Provide guidance and recommendations to faculty and unit directors seeking fundraising assistance. Act as liaison with deans, directors, Office of University Development, and unit development officers to develop gift solicitation programs for all schools, colleges and units within the assigned region, and provide field leadership in gift programs on behalf of and in cooperation with schools, colleges and units. 

Provide leadership for regional campaign fundraising activities. Direct the identification and evaluation of the involvement of appropriate school, college and unit officers in planning programs and direct the implementation of gift programs in the region. Direct the development and implementation of long-range and immediate plans for individual gift solicitations within the assigned region. Plan and direct University events, including dinners, receptions and visits by officers, deans and faculty, in the region.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• minimum 3 years work experience; some fundraising experience and/or relevant experience in alumni outreach, sales, marketing, or other related fields
• the ability to travel and participate in evening and weekend activities
• some experience in public speaking and the preparation of written communication
• excellent verbal and written communication skills

Additional Information

Higher salary possible for an exceptionally qualified candidate.

Mission Statement

The Office of University Development maximizes private support for the University of Michigan through high-quality collaboration with the development programs of schools, colleges, and units. We also provide fundraising leadership through the stimulation and facilitation of healthy, productive and life-long relationships with our colleagues, alumni, friends, foundations and corporations.

U-M EEO/AA Statement: The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.