Major Gift Director - Higher Ed. jobs in Springfield, IL

Major Gift Director - Higher Ed. designs and implements a college/university fundraising program in the area of special and deferred gifts. Devises and executes plans to qualify, contact, and cultivate potential new donors. Being a Major Gift Director - Higher Ed. requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a department/division. The Major Gift Director - Higher Ed. manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Major Gift Director - Higher Ed. typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Major Gift Officer
  • Millikin University
  • Decatur, IL FULL_TIME
  • The Major Gifts Officer will play a critical role in increasing donor support for Millikin University. Responsibilities include maintaining a prospect pool for donor discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of existing donors to increase overall donor retention and giving levels. This position is responsible for raising major, annual, and deferred commitments in support of Millikin’s operational, endowment, and capital needs.

    In addition, this position is eligible for a flexible/remote work arrangement in which the employee may primarily work remotely. While the ideal candidate will be located in an area densely populated with Millikin Alumni, they will also have a requirement to periodically visit the campus as directed. For this position, Millikin University is searching for candidates who live in the Chicagoland area. Additional information and expectations regarding this flexible/remote work arrangement will be provided by the candidate’s direct report.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:

    · Manage a portfolio of 75-90 donor prospects capable of making a commitment of $10,000 or more to Millikin University: moving them from discovery/identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and follow-up to stewardship.

    • Manage a portfolio of approximately 30 donor prospects capable of making a commitment of $1,000 or more to Millikin University, specifically to the Annual Fund: moving them from discovery/identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and follow-up to stewardship.

    · Under direction of the Senior Director of Development, develop, prepare, implement, evaluate, and manage an effective system (development plan) with measurable goals supporting targeted initiatives that tracks and cultivates donors and prospects.

    • Maintain accurate database information reflecting prospect interactions, strategies, contacts, and opportunities.
    • Travel a minimum of 36 days a year, regionally and nationally, to cultivate, solicit, steward, and engage donors and prospects.
    • Move forward the mission and goals of the University and the Alumni & Development Department
    • Contribute to department and University initiatives, meetings, team sessions, and committees as appropriate or assigned.
    • Host and staff department and University events as required.
    • Represent the University to the central Illinois and higher education community in a professional manner.
    • Maintain and exhibit loyalty to the University, the Alumni & Development Department, and the development profession.
    • Other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws but may provide daily direction and assistance to student employees.

    GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to succeed in a result-driven professional organization. Maintaining professional performance, demeanor, team-approach and focus on results while working under pressure in a dynamic environment. Customer, budget, quality and delivery conscious mindset. Ability to establish priorities, work independently with minimal supervision and facilitate teamwork. Highly organized, with the ability to plan, execute and multitask to meet deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.

    Minimum Education and/or Experience

    • Bachelor’s Degree required.
    • Three years of experience working in the development field, preferred.
    • Knowledge of individual donor fund-raising, a working knowledge of estate planning, deferred gifts, and trust administration is preferred.
    • Results-oriented with commitment to prospect/donor relationships.
    • Outstanding interpersonal skills – be a “people” person – enjoy working and communicating with others.

    · Exercise a high degree of independent initiative, confidentiality, judgement, communication, and problem solving.

    • Evidence of personal initiative and follow through.
    • Excellent organizational skills.
    • Ability to plan, evaluate, and improve initiatives to achieve desired results.
    • Knowledge of higher education and/or Millikin University preferred.
    • Be a competent writer of business communications.
    • Must have valid driver’s license.

    Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information of three professional references to millikin.edu/employment. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Employment and first day of work is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Millikin University is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups in this field are encouraged to apply. Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Millikin University is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive. Millikin offers a competitive salary and full benefit package, including eligibility for tuition waiver. To view Millikin’s benefits, please go to https://millikin.edu/about/administration/human-resources/benefits.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • 403(b)
    • Dental insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Flexible schedule
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • Monday to Friday

    Experience:

    • fundraising: 3 years (Preferred)

    Work Location: Hybrid remote in Decatur, IL 62522

  • 3 Days Ago

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Donation Liaison - Springfield, IL
  • Gift Of Hope
  • Springfield, IL FULL_TIME
  • Company DescriptionGift of Hope is proud to serve as the federally designated not-for-profit that coordinates organ and tissue donation and provides compassionate service to families of donors in the ...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Donation Liaison
  • Gift of Hope
  • Springfield, IL FULL_TIME
  • Overview Gift of Hope is proud to serve as the federally designated not-for-profit organ procurement organization (OPO) that coordinates organ and tissue donation and provides compassionate service to...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Tissue Recovery Technician - Springfield, IL
  • Gift of Hope
  • Springfield, IL FULL_TIME
  • Overview Surgical Techs, and Paramedics encouraged to apply! Put your skills to work in a field that profoundly impacts many lives: Organ and Tissue Donation. At Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Donor Ne...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Organ Recovery Coordinator - Satellite
  • Gift of Hope
  • Springfield, IL FULL_TIME
  • Overview Coordinates the evaluation, authorization, medical management, surgical recovery and distribution of organs for transplantation or research from deceased organ donors; works with other depart...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Hostess/Host/Gift Shop
  • Route 66 Motorheads Bar & Grill
  • Springfield, IL PART_TIME
  • Our shifts are from 4p-9/10p during the weekdays. Hours vary slightly on the weekends. We encourage active retired people to apply as well. We have a few day shifts open from time to time as well from...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Program Director
  • GovCIO
  • Springfield, IL
  • **Overview** GovCIO is currently hiring for a Program Director to install and test new equipment and upgrades, installin...
  • 12/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Regional Director of Business Development
  • Prominent Long Term Health Care Facility
  • Springfield, IL
  • Job Description Job Description Job Title: Regional Director of Business Development Locations: Central/Southern IL loca...
  • 12/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Developer Ecosystem Success
  • Facebook
  • Springfield, IL
  • Summary: Facebook is seeking a data center Critical Facility Engineer to join our Data Center Facility Operations team. ...
  • 12/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Director of Admission
  • Illinois College
  • Jacksonville, IL
  • Job Details Job Location Illinois College - Jacksonville, IL Position Type Full Time The Assistant Director of Admission...
  • 12/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Director
  • State of Illinois
  • Springfield, IL
  • Agency: Illinois Commerce Commission Closing Date/Time: December 12, 2024 @ 5:00 p.m. Work Location: 527 E. Capitol Ave....
  • 12/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Center Medical Director (CMD)
  • CSL Plasma
  • Springfield, IL
  • Job Description Summary Provides medical oversight to Medical Staff Associates, including the training of other physicia...
  • 12/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Facilities Director
  • Five Star Senior Living
  • Springfield, IL
  • Work With Purpose At Five Star Senior Living, our people are the critical link to those we serve, and it is their vitali...
  • 12/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director Business Development - Dedicated Transportation
  • Ryder System
  • Springfield, IL
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  • 12/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

Springfield is the capital of the U.S. state of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County. The city's population of 116,250 as of the 2010 U.S. Census makes it the state's sixth most populous city. It is the largest city in central Illinois. As of 2013, the city's population was estimated to have increased to 117,006, with just over 211,700 residents living in the Springfield Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes Sangamon County and the adjacent Menard County. Present-day Springfield was settled by European Americans in the late 1810s, around the time Illinois became a state. The...
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Income Estimation for Major Gift Director - Higher Ed. jobs
$84,330 to $126,897
Springfield, Illinois area prices
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