Major Gift Officer Hamilton College: Hamilton College Non-Faculty
Location Clinton, NY
Open Date Jun 11, 2021
Description Hamilton College seeks an experienced major gift officer to join its distinguished Advancement division. Reporting to the Executive Director of Individual Giving & Donor Relations, the major gift officer carries a portfolio of individual prospects, generally focused on specific geographic regions, and solicits prospective donors for six- and seven-figure gifts.
Operating in a College-wide campaign environment, the major gift officer is a vital member of the Advancement team. This position is an ideal opportunity for a high-performing, collaborative, and experienced development professional to contribute to the success of Hamilton's current capital campaign. Hamilton will consider applicants who wish to work remotely.
Responsibilities:
Manage a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects who have the capacity to make commitments of $100,000+
Make multiple significant contacts with each assigned prospect throughout the year and conduct personal visits at least annually
Evaluate various gift opportunities and giving vehicles and suggest the most suitable for individual donors
Develop, write, and present proposals in keeping with the College's needs and with donors' interests and financial situations
Cultivate long-term relationships with donors and prospects, and successfully solicit major gifts
Meet or exceed fundraising goals and objectives
Maintain complete and timely records of contacts with donors and prospects
In partnership with the Advancement Events and Promotions and Donor Relations teams, plan and execute cultivation and stewardship events for individuals and groups
Represent the College at virtual events and in-person events on and off campus
Understand and represent the full range of activities at the College and be able to articulate its fundraising priorities
Manage key volunteers in a variety of roles including identification, engagement, solicitation and event planning
Interact effectively and consult with internal contacts such as the president, deans, senior staff, directors, faculty, and Advancement staff travel with and staff the president, senior staff, and campus partners
Assist in short- and long- term strategic planning for the major gifts program
Perform other development-related duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required, preferably from a liberal arts college
Four or more years of face-to-face leadership or major gift solicitation, prospect management, and successful development experience, or the equivalent
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Demonstrated ability to personally and effectively cultivate major gift relationships and close six- and seven-figure gifts
Excellent interpersonal skills
Articulate and persuasive written and oral presentation skills
Genuine affinity for the liberal arts and the mission of Hamilton College
Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Willingness to learn and understand Hamilton's priorities and the ability to advocate and articulate them to donors and prospects
Innovative, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects well, working both independently and as a team member
Creative, positive outlook, and sense of humor
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and work ethic
Time-sensitive, goal oriented and deadline driven
Appreciative and respectful of confidential information
Maintain valid U.S. Driver's License, willingness to travel
Evening and weekend work required
Application Instructions Please submit cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references. Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Hamilton College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity employer and encourages diversity in all areas of the campus community.
