Planned Gift Director - Higher Ed. jobs in Ogden, UT

Planned Gift Director - Higher Ed. develops and manages a planned giving program for a college or university that generates donor interest and inquiries and translates into current and future planned gifts. Plans and administers giving programs that include deferred giving, estate planning, bequest donations, and other types of giving. Being a Planned Gift Director - Higher Ed. cultivates and solicits planned giving prospects. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Planned Gift Director - Higher Ed. typically reports to top management. The Planned Gift Director - Higher Ed. typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Planned Gift Director - Higher Ed. typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Sr. Director of Development – Gift Planning
  • Utah State University
  • Logan, UT OTHER
  • Overview

    The Sr. Director of Development-Gift Planning (Development Officer SR) provides overall guidance and management of the planned giving program and team. She/he is responsible for the acquisition of philanthropic planned gifts and evaluating gift planning officer performance. The Sr. Director enhances the performance of other fundraisers by helping them develop planned giving and complex gift competencies, providing feedback and perspective on their fundraising approach/methods, coaching them to realize their optimal performance and objectives, and traveling with gift officers to assist donors in achieving their philanthropic goals.  She/he will identify planned giving prospects to help achieve USU advancement’s goals.

    As a development leader on the USU development team, the Sr. Director of Development-Gift Planning is highly collaborative, committed to a culture of excellence, demonstrates advanced fundraising competencies and helps lead USU’s sustained fundraising success and growth. The Sr. Director of Gift Planning reports to the AVP of Central Development.

    This position requires extensive public contact with high-level alumni, donors and volunteers. Travel is required.

    Responsibilities

    Core responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    • Lead the day-to-day planning and oversight of the gift planning development team and drive fundraising activity related to major gift portfolios.
    • Develop and implement both annual and long-range goals, objectives and strategies to maximize private support through various sources (individuals, alumni, friends and planned giving vehicles) for Utah State University.
    • Manage staff, including team member recruitment, retention, performance management, coaching and development. Supervise the activities of gift planning officers. Facilitate professional development of staff to build fundraising competencies by utilizing internal and external resources.
    • Implement strategies, activities, and materials that promote planned giving vehicles and communicate effectively the tax advantages and how planned gifts are beneficial components in charitable estate planning.
    • Enhances the performance of unit-based fundraisers by helping them develop planned giving and complex gift competencies, providing feedback and perspective on their fundraising approach/methods, and coaching them to realize their optimal performance and gift acquisition objectives.
    • Collaborate with USU leaders and development peers to link donors’ passions with USU priorities and ensure a gratifying gift and/or engagement experience.  
    • Qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward planned giving prospects to advance philanthropy at USU. 
    • Utilizing the suite of advancement resources, provide regular individual and team progress reports on gift planning officer and unit performance. Ensure all team members complete contacts/proposals in a timely manner.
    • Partner with prospect analytics and research, the principal gift workgroup and campaign operations to identify new donor opportunities, analyze team performance, and implement effective practices.
    • Develop and conduct planned giving seminars for development staff and well as donors and advisors on the benefits of planned giving, gift planning tools, estate planning tools, and techniques to effectively communicate complex gift conversations.
    • Serve as staff liaison and advisor to the planned giving advisory board by providing resources and tools to grow USU’s planned giving partnerships. 

    Qualifications

    Minimum Qualification:

    • Bachelor’s degree plus five years of experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • Demonstrated experience building successful, productive and collaborative relationships with top university administrators, deans and board members.
    • Demonstrated experience staffing dean’s councils, advisory boards and committees.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • An advanced academic degree.
    • Experience with capital campaigns.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    • Ability to have complex gift conversations and a track record of closing gifts or negotiating contracts.
    • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, as well as analytical, research and management skills.
    • Knowledge of, and commitment, to the use of information technology to support advancement programs.
    • Strong interpersonal skills, particularly with donors, volunteers and staff members from diverse backgrounds.
    • Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
    • Ability to position the Dean to maximize their potential as a fundraiser for the College/School.
    • Willingness and ability to travel; evening and weekend work is required.
    • Ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders (students, alumni, faculty, staff) from diverse backgrounds.

    Disclaimer

    This position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the position.

    Required Documents

    Along with the online application, please attach:

     

    1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV"

    2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

     

    **Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

    Advertised Salary

    Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

    ADA

    Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

    College/Department Highlights

    The Division of Advancement is a welcoming office where inclusiveness and teamwork are highly valued. Advancement staff are engaged in the meaningful work of securing private financial resources to fuel Utah State University's mission by creating gratifying gift and engagement experiences for USU's generous and passionate alumni and friends. Comprising the division are the office of the Vice President, the USU Foundation & Board, Advancement Services, the Alumni Association (Alumni Engagement), Gift Planning, Corporations and Foundations, Strategic Communications, the Annual Fund and ACE (Alumni Center for Engagement). Furthermore, the division coordinates all fundraising efforts across campus, including colleges, various programs, extension campuses, and USU Athletics. Through the collaboration of these units, the Division of Advancement is able to achieve significant annual fundraising goals by inspiring stakeholders to invest their time and resources in Utah State University.  

    University Highlights

    Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.  

     

    As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.  

     

    Utah State is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where different perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Learn more about USU. 

     

    The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

     

    About the Region

    U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation. 

     

    *updated 7/2023

    Notice of Non-discrimination

    In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

    The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

     

    Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

    Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

    Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

    For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

    U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

    *updated 09/2023

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Medical Provider - APRN or PA
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  • Ogden, UT PART_TIME
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  • Ogden, UT FULL_TIME
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Volunteer/Logan Regional: Gift Shop
  • Intermountain Health
  • Logan, UT VOLUNTEER
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  • Blackhawk Network
  • Ogden, UT PART_TIME
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Program Director
  • The Little Gym of Salt Lake City
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Job Description Job Description Life’s too short to not work someplace awesome! If you have tons of energy, love kids an...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Enrollment Director (Remote)
  • Cengage Group
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • **We believe in the power and joy of learning** At Cengage Group, our employees have a direct impact in helping students...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of HR
  • Petersen Inc.
  • Ogden, UT
  • Job Description Job Description Job Summary: Responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating human resource activi...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director, Bursar
  • Nightingale College
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Title: Director, Bursar Position Summary: The Director, Bursar oversees the Bursar's Office is the custodian of the func...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Associate Director
  • Utah State University
  • Logan, UT
  • Overview: The Associate Director of The Office of Events oversees and is responsible for the successful operation of the...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director or Senior Director of Development
  • Utah State University
  • Logan, UT
  • Overview: The Director/Senior Director of Development for the S.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Natural Resources (QCN...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of HR
  • Petersen Inc.
  • Ogden, UT
  • Job Summary: Responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating human resource activities, policies, and programs for...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Director
  • Professional Recruiters
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Job Description Job Description Executive Director, UT SUMMARY: Responsible for all client operations in the assigned CL...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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