Senior Major Gifts Director - Engineering & CS (Flexible)

Oakland University; Rochester (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental/vision

Paid time off

403(b) retirement

Tuition assistance

Campus recreation

Flexible work schedules

Wellness programs

Job summary

Oakland University is seeking a Senior Major Gifts Officer to oversee fundraising for the School of Engineering and Computer Science, reporting to the Associate VP for Philanthropy. The role leads a portfolio of prospects, collaborates with the Dean and Corporate Relations, and manages staff to secure gifts of $25,000 and above.

The position emphasizes donor relations, strategic solicitations, and a track record of six- and seven-figure gifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in development and fundraising, preferably in a college or university.
• Demonstrated success in obtaining gifts of $25,000 and above with a focus on six and seven figure gifts.
• Thorough knowledge of the major gifts fundraising process and an understanding of planned giving.
• Knowledge of the computer and databases and their application to development and fundraising activities.
• Experience working with volunteers.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and conduct major gift fundraising for the School of Engineering and Computer Science.
• Serve as a major/planned giving officer reporting to the Associate VP for Philanthropy and work closely with the Dean and the Director of Corporate Relations.
• Manage and direct fundraising support staff.
• Manage the fundraising process for an assigned portfolio of prospects and donors and conducts activities leading to gifts of $25,000 and above.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Masters’ degree (preferred)

Job description

Oakland University is seeking a Senior Major Gifts Officer to oversee fundraising for the School of Engineering and Computer Science, reporting to the Associate VP for Philanthropy. The role leads a portfolio of prospects, collaborates with the Dean and Corporate Relations, and manages staff to secure gifts of $25,000 and above.

The position emphasizes donor relations, strategic solicitations, and a track record of six- and seven-figure gifts.