Development Officer

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Development Officer to secure mid-level gifts and strengthen donor relationships across Michigan and beyond. The role entails working under the Director, Major Gifts-Clinical Programs to identify prospects and develop strategies for securing gifts in the $5,000–$49,999 range.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and at least one year of related experience in finance, accounting, or healthcare revenue cycle, with preference for ledger experience.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in finance, accounting, or healthcare revenue cycle related position preferred.
• Experience with general ledgers or accounting functions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Secure mid-level gifts ($5,000-$49,999) for Henry Ford Health System.
• Build and maintain relationships with grateful patients and volunteers; increase donor retention.
• Collaborate with Development Office Staff, program leadership, physicians, and donor advisors to identify prospects and develop solicitation strategies.

Skills

Finance experience

Accounting

Healthcare revenue cycle

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Director, Major Gifts-Clinical Programs, the Development Officer is responsible for securing mid-level gifts ($5,000-$49,999) for Henry Ford Health System by building and maintaining relationships with grateful patients and volunteers. Key objectives include increasing donor retention, increasing revenue per donor, and proactively moving qualified donors to the major gift level ($50,000 commitments and above) more quickly than a donor would on their own. The Development Officer will work closely with Development Office Staff, Department/Program leadership, physicians, and donor advisors to identify prospects and develop solicitation strategies for mid-level donors and prospects.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

High school diploma or equivalent required. One year of experience in finance, accounting, or healthcare revenue cycle related position preferred. Experience with general ledgers or other accounting functions preferred.