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Last Updated: May 5, 2008
Major Gifts Officer 3 - Penn State Erie (Job 27395)
Penn State’s Office of University Development is seeking a Major Gifts Officer (Associate Director of Development). This job reports to the Director of Development at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College. The Associate Director is responsible for assisting in the oversight and management of the fundraising efforts for over 20,000 alumni. Responsible for assisting in the development and operation of fundraising programs designed to secure major gifts to Penn State Erie, The Behrend College and the University. Assist in the process of identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major gift prospects. Will work under the direction of the Director of Development to establish, implement, and evaluate plans for major gift solicitation strategies. Match Penn State and Behrend strengths with prospective donor interests. Interpret research data pertinent to the development of relationships with potential donors. Prepare, review, edit, package and present formal proposals. Expected to complete an average minimum of fifteen (15) monthly visits with prospects and donors. Requires Bachelor’s degree plus three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience in fundraising-related work. Extensive travel is required. The successful candidate must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences.
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Gift Planning Specialist 1 (Job 27390)
Responsible for assisting the Director and Development staff in carrying out required tasks in support of programs, activities and functions in the Office of Gift Planning. Duties include the drafting and distribution of guidelines and statements of intent and related correspondence. Responsibilities include working closely with the Office of Donor Relations and the Office of Donor Services. Responsibilities require communication and coordination with University offices including, but not limited to, the Corporate Controller’s Office and the Office of Student Aid. Requires contact with donors and the ability to work cooperatively on a daily basis, with Development staff in the colleges, campuses, and units. Requires the careful management of data systems, records, and files. Requires Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent customer service, communications, and organizational skills are required. Proficiency in Lotus Notes is a plus, but not a requirement. The successful candidate must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences.
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Annual Giving Specialist 2 (Job 27316)
Responsible for data management of Annual Giving programs, including direct mail, telephone, and electronic communication solicitations; research; and special projects. Manage Annual Giving prospect pools and solicitation calendar, develop and implement processes and procedures for various fundraising activities, retrieve and manipulate data as required, prepare reports, research and prepare analytical summaries. Attend various meetings and professional activities. Respond to inquiries; oversee maintenance of related databases. Familiarity with Microsoft Office products and database management is required. Provide assistance in the planning and implementation of fundraising initiatives, strategies and programs. Input, extract and analyze data from various systems. Assist in the identification, solicitation, cultivation and stewardship of prospects and donors. Manage and support selected fundraising activities, including direct mail, telemarketing, e-communications and event planning. Demonstrate sound communication skills for the development and production of internal and external materials, proposals and reports. Demonstrate good judgment and decision-making in a team environment. Provide office support such as scheduling, correspondence, reports, presentations, etc. Requires Bachelor’s degree plus two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The successful candidate must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences.
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Gift Planning Specialist 4 (Job 27211)
Penn State’s Office of University Development is seeking a Gift Planning Specialist for the Office of Gift Planning. Establish, create, implement, develop and evaluate plans for solicitation strategies working with units, when applicable. Direct activities in support of programs working with Directors of Development, volunteers and prospects. Cultivate, solicit and steward prospects and donors, respond to gift planning inquiries, prepare and present gift options to current and prospective donors often in conjunction with Development staff. Interpret and present tax information, provide advice and counsel on gift proposals, assist in completing the Gift Planning process for prospects, prepare gift documentation with the assistance of Gift Planning support staff. Provide information about Gift Planning options, interpret tax information and assist with completion of gifts via chosen options. Prepare and/or review gift documentation and serve as liaison with the colleges, campuses and units staff, monitor and implement the Gift Planning goal setting process. Prepare life income illustrations. Consult with Development staff about Gift Planning techniques, explain tax implications, draft gift planning component of proposals. Respond to inquiries about Gift Planning techniques. Provide information to donors’ advisors. Advise and train staff, volunteers and professional advisors on deferred giving practices and procedures. Provide complex gift advice to donors and internal staff and is expected to complete an average of twelve (12) to fifteen (15) monthly visits with prospects and donors. Requires Bachelor’s degree (Juris Doctorate degree preferred) plus five years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The successful candidate must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences.
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Major Gifts Officer 2 (Job 27210)
Penn State’s Office of University Development is seeking a Major Gifts Officer (Assistant Director of Development). Report directly to the Director of Development for Health and Human Development. Will assist in the execution of fundraising programs designed to secure major gifts to the College of Health and Human Development and the University. Assist and/or advise University Development staff and others in the process of identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major gift prospects. Work closely with the Director of Development for the College of Health and Human Development to establish, implement, and evaluate plans for major gift solicitation strategies. Match Health and Human Development and University strengths with prospective donor interests. Prepare, review, edit, and package formal proposals. Collate and interpret available research data pertinent to the development of relationships with potential donors. Expected to complete an average minimum of fifteen (15) monthly visits with prospects and donors. Requires Bachelor’s degree plus two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience in fundraising. Extensive travel is required. The successful candidate must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences.
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Major Gifts Officer 1 (Development Assistant) Health and Human Development (Job 26500)
Penn State’s Office of University Development is seeking a Major Gifts Officer (Development Assistant) for the College of Health and Human Development. This job reports directly to the Director of Development for the College of Health and Human Development. The job is responsible for working with the Director of Development on the organization and execution of fundraising programs and related activities in the College of Health and Human Development. The individual will assist in the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors; assist in developing fundraising plans for prospects; serve as a liaison with University Development and the College of Health and Human Development; plan and implement on and off-campus cultivation events; assist in the development and production of communication tools, proposals, and reports. Provide support with travel scheduling and general correspondence. Research and recommend candidates for awards bestowed by the College. Prepare regular progress reports. Maintain records and files. Requires Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Travel may be required. The successful candidate must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences.
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Major Gifts Officer--Hershey Medical Center (Job 25600)
Penn State’s Office of University Development is seeking a Major Gift Officer for its Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and College of Medicine. Reports directly to the Director of Development and Alumni Relations for Health Affairs at Penn State Hershey and will assist in setting development objectives, in compliance with HIPAA guidelines. The successful candidate will focus on prospects with gift capacities of $50,000 or greater and will maintain a major donor portfolio of 100 prospects. The successful candidate will plan and implement major gift fundraising efforts in support of the clinical, academic and research missions of the campus; identify, cultivate, and solicit alumni, former patients, and other key constituents. In consultation with the Director of Development and Alumni Relations for Health Affairs, the successful candidate will work closely with the senior leadership of the Medical Center and College, department chairs, and faculty on their work with fundraising prospects, including gift strategy, proposal development, visitation logistics, etc. Expected to complete an average minimum of fifteen (15) monthly visits with prospects and donors. May supervise assigned major gifts staff. Requires Bachelor’s degree plus four years of fundraising experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Extensive travel is required. Medical fundraising experience with demonstrated success as a major gift fundraiser, preferably within higher education preferred. The successful candidate must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences.
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Major Gifts Officer--Smeal College of Business (Job 24120)
Penn State’s Office of University Development is seeking a Major Gifts Officer for The Smeal College of Business. Penn State is entering the quiet phase of a $1 Billion plus capital campaign and the fundraising efforts of The Smeal College of Business will play an integral role in the University’s successful completion of this campaign. Reports directly to the Director of Development for The Smeal College of Business and also has a close working relationship with the Dean and Department Heads of the College. The successful candidate will focus on prospects with gift capacities of $50,000 or greater. The successful candidate will need to think strategically to help plan and implement major gift fundraising efforts on behalf of The Smeal College of Business in order to identify, cultivate, and solicit alumni and other key constituents. In consultation with the Director of Development and the Office of University Development, this Major Gifts Officer will work on: gift strategy, proposal development, prospect/donor visitation and related follow-up. Expected to complete an average minimum of fifteen (15) monthly visits with prospects and donors. May supervise assigned staff. Extensive travel is required. Requires Bachelor’s degree plus four years of fundraising experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The successful candidate must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences.
To apply for this position, please visit the Penn State Office of Human Resources Employment Web site. You will need to reference the Job number listed next to the position.
Major Gifts Officer, Penn State Erie (Job 26606)
Penn State’s Office of University Development is seeking a Major Gifts Officer for Penn State Erie, The Behrend College. Located in northwestern Pennsylvania, Penn State Erie enrolls 4,400 undergraduate and graduate students in four schools - the Sam and Irene Black School of Business, the School of Engineering, the School of Science, and the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. Penn State is entering the quiet phase of a $1 billion plus capital campaign and the fundraising efforts of Penn State Erie will play an integral role in the University’s successful completion of this campaign. Reports directly to the Director of Development for Penn State Erie and also has a close working relationship with the Chancellor and school administrative units. The successful candidate will focus on prospects with gift capacities of $50,000 or greater. The successful candidate will need to think strategically to help plan and implement major gift fundraising efforts on behalf of Penn State Erie in order to identify, cultivate, and solicit alumni and other key constituents. In consultation with the Director of Development and the Office of University Development, this Major Gifts Officer will work on: gift strategy, proposal development, prospect/donor visitation and related follow-up. Expected to complete an average minimum of fifteen (15) monthly visits with prospects and donors. Extensive travel is required. This job will be filled as mid-level or advanced, depending upon the successful candidate’s education and experience. Minimum educational and work-related experience requirements are: Bachelor’s degree plus three years of fundraising experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The successful candidate must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of re-funding.
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Major Gifts Officer 4 - PS Wilkes-Barre (Job 27116)
This senior major gifts job reports directly to the Director of University Development at University Park and has a close working relationship with the Chancellor of Penn State Wilkes-Barre and serves on the campus leadership team. Responsible for the oversight and management of the fundraising efforts for over 8,000 alumni and annual receipt goals in excess of $600,000. In conjunction with the Chancellor, provide professional guidance and leadership in identifying and executing strategies that are most likely to be achieved through private philanthropy. In conjunction with the Chancellor, responsible for developing annual goal setting and fundraising plans and directing related activities in support of these goals and objectives. Personally manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and lead the staff to identify, cultivate, and solicit alumni and other donors in support of the campuses fundraising goals. Work collaboratively with the Chancellor, Campus Advisory Board, development volunteers, and central University Development staff to ensure fundraising success. Work to engage Department Heads, faculty and staff in the fundraising enterprise. Provide training and management oversight of development volunteers. Expected to complete an average minimum of twelve (12) monthly visits with prospects and donors. Responsible for proposing and managing the development budget for Penn State Wilkes-Barre. Work with Alumni chapter and society to organize events and cultivate loyalty to the University and the Campus. Requires Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) plus four years of fundraising-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably within higher education. Extensive travel is required, along with strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and presentation skills. The successful candidate must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences.
To apply for this position, please visit the Penn State Office of Human Resources Employment Web site. You will need to reference the Job number listed next to the position.
Major Gifts Officer 3 - Penn State Harrisburg (Job 27087)
Penn State’s Office of University Development is seeking a Major Gifts Officer (Associate Director of Development). Report directly to the Director of Development for Penn State Harrisburg. The Associate Director is responsible for assisting in the oversight and management of the fundraising efforts for over 30,000 alumni and annual receipt goals in excess of $1 million. Responsible for assisting in the development and operation of fundraising programs designed to secure major gifts to Penn State Harrisburg and the University. Assist and/or advise Development staff and others in the process of identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major gift prospects. Will work independently but under the direction of the Director of Development to establish, implement, and evaluate plans for major gift solicitation strategies. Match Penn State Harrisburg and University strengths with prospective donor interests. Prepare, review, edit, and package formal proposals. Collate and interpret available research data pertinent to the development of relationships with potential donors. Expected to complete an average minimum of fifteen (15) monthly visits with prospects and donors. May assume responsibility for the office and assigned staff as necessary. Requires Bachelor’s degree plus three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience in fundraising-related work. Extensive travel is required. The successful candidate must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences.
To apply for this position, please visit the Penn State Office of Human Resources Employment Web site. You will need to reference the Job number listed next to the position.
Major Gifts Officer 4 - Penn State Dubois (Job 26862)
This senior major gifts job reports directly to the Director of University Development at University Park and has a close working relationship with the Chancellor of Penn State DuBois and serves on the campus leadership team. Responsible for the oversight and management of the fundraising efforts for over 8,000 alumni and annual receipt goals in excess of $400,000. In conjunction with the Chancellor, provide professional guidance and leadership in identifying and executing strategies that are most likely to be achieved through private philanthropy. In conjunction with the Chancellor, responsible for developing annual goal setting and fundraising plans and directing related activities in support of these goals and objectives. Personally manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and lead the staff to identify, cultivate, and solicit alumni and other donors in support of the campuses fundraising goals. Work collaboratively with the Chancellor, Campus Advisory Board, development volunteers, and central University Development staff to ensure fundraising success. Work to engage Department Heads, faculty and staff in the fundraising enterprise. Provide training and management oversight of development volunteers. Expected to complete an average minimum of twelve (12) monthly visits with prospects and donors. Responsible for proposing and managing the development budget for Penn State DuBois. Work with Alumni chapter and society to organize events and cultivate loyalty to the University and the Campus. Requires Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) plus four years of fundraising-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably within higher education. Extensive travel is required, along with strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and presentation skills. The successful candidate must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences.
To apply for this position, please visit the Penn State Office of Human Resources Employment Web site. You will need to reference the Job number listed next to the position.
Major Gifts Officer 3 - Liberal Arts (Job 26748)
Penn State’s Office of University Development is seeking a Major Gifts Officer (Associate Director of Development). This major gifts job reports directly to the Director of Development for Liberal Arts. Responsible for assisting in the development and operation of fundraising programs designed to secure major gifts for Liberal Arts and the University. Will work independently but under the direction of the Director of Development to establish, implement, and evaluate plans for major gift solicitation strategies. Match Liberal Arts and University strengths with prospective donor interests. Prepare and review formal proposals. Collate and interpret available research data pertinent to the development of relationships with potential donors. Expected to complete an average minimum of fifteen (15) monthly visits with prospects and donors. Requires Bachelor’s degree plus three years of fundraising-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires a capacity to think and act strategically in the process of identification, cultivation and solicitation of major gift prospects. Must possess a passion for higher education and its benefits. Those who are well organized, self-directed, have excellent written and oral communication skills, and are willing to travel extensively are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of re-funding.
To apply for this position, please visit the Penn State Office of Human Resources Employment Web site. You will need to reference the Job number listed next to the position.
Major Gifts Officer 3 - Smeal College of Business (Job 26747)
Penn State’s Office of University Development is seeking a Major Gifts Officer (Associate Director of Development). Reports directly to the Director of Development for The Smeal College of Business Administration. Responsible for assisting in the development and operation of fundraising programs designed to secure major gifts to The Smeal College of Business Administration and the University. Assist and/or advise Development staff and others in the process of identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major gift prospects. Will work independently but under the direction of the Director of Development to establish, implement, and evaluate plans for major gift solicitation strategies. Match The Smeal College of Business Administration and University strengths with prospective donor interests. Prepare, review, edit, and package formal proposals. Collate and interpret available research data pertinent to the development of relationships with potential donors. Expected to complete an average minimum of fifteen (15) monthly visits with prospects and donors. May assume responsibility for the office and assigned staff as necessary. Requires Bachelor’s degree plus three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience in fundraising-related work. Extensive travel is required. The successful candidate must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences.
To apply for this position, please visit the Penn State Office of Human Resources Employment Web site. You will need to reference the Job number listed next to the position.
Major Gifts Officer 3 - Agricultural Sciences (Job 26744)
Penn State’s Office of University Development is seeking a Major Gifts Officer (Associate Director of Development). This major gifts job reports directly to the Director of Development for the College of Agricultural Sciences. Responsible for assisting in the development and operation of fundraising programs designed to secure major gifts for the College and University. Will work independently but under the direction of the Director of Development to establish, implement, and evaluate plans for major gift solicitation strategies. Match Ag Sciences and University strengths with prospective donor interests. Prepare and review formal proposals. Collate and interpret available research data pertinent to the development of relationships with potential donors. Expected to complete an average minimum of fifteen (15) monthly visits with prospects and donors. May assume responsibility for the office and assigned staff as necessary. Requires Bachelor’s degree plus three years of fundraising-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires a capacity to think and act strategically in the process of identification, cultivation and solicitation of major gift prospects. Must possess a passion for higher education and its benefits. Those who are well organized, self-directed and willing to travel extensively are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of re-funding.
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Major Gifts Officer 3 - Outreach (Job 27536)
Penn State’s Office of University Development is seeking a Major Gifts Officer (Associate Director of Development/Project Development) for Penn State Public Broadcasting (WPSU). This job reports directly to the Director of Station Development and will take a leadership role in developing funding strategies for underwriting of programming on multiple delivery platforms---e.g. broadcast, statewide Video on Demand, national Big Ten Network, on-line delivery. Energies will be focused on developing strategic relationships with and securing grants from corporations and foundations. Job will work collaboratively with University and Outreach grants and contract personnel to develop funding strategies to support significant public media projects. In addition, this person will match Outreach and University strengths with prospective donor interests and will collate and interpret available research data pertinent to the development of relationships with potential donors. Preparing, reviewing, editing, and packaging formal proposals required. Successful candidate expected to complete an average minimum of fifteen (15) monthly visits with prospects and donors. Requires Bachelor’s degree plus three years of fundraising-related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Job demands the capacity to think and act strategically in the process of identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major gift prospects. A working knowledge of various media platforms is desirable and a passion for the missions of higher education and public media is essential. Those who are well organized, self-directed, and willing to travel extensively are encouraged to apply. Exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrated appreciation of working with diverse audiences required. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of re-funding.
To apply for this position, please visit the Penn State Office of Human Resources Employment Web site. You will need to reference the Job number listed next to the position.
Major Gifts Officer 5 - Smeal (Job 27510)
Penn State’s Office of University Development is seeking a Director of Development for the Smeal College of Business. The University as a whole is in the midst of an ambitious, comprehensive, seven-year fundraising campaign. As a lead player for one of the largest Development units at Penn State, the Director of Development will be a high-profile job within the University and requires a candidate with extraordinary experience and vision. This senior Major Gifts Officer will report directly to the Associate Vice President of University Development and will have a close working relationship with the Dean of the Smeal College of Business. The College encompasses more than 64,000 alumni and currently raises in excess of $10 million in annual receipts. The Director of Development will be responsible for the oversight and management of these fundraising efforts and will direct the frontline fundraising staff. The successful candidate will be able to provide the College with professional guidance and strong leadership to conceive and execute successful strategies for cultivating private philanthropy. This job is specifically responsible for the following: developing goal setting and fundraising plans for the office’s annual budget; personally managing a portfolio of major gift prospects, including a minimum of twelve (12) monthly visits with prospects and donors; identifying, cultivating, and soliciting alumni and other donors in support of the Smeal College of Business’s fundraising goals; working collaboratively with the Dean of the Smeal College of Business, development committee volunteers, and central University Development staff to ensure fundraising success; engaging Department Heads and faculty in the fundraising enterprise; managing and guiding the existing staff to work collaboratively across the Smeal College of Business and the University to achieve maximum fundraising productivity; and recruiting, training, and managing a volunteer development committee. Requires Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) plus five years of major gift fundraising-related experience, preferably within higher education or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Extensive travel is required, along with strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and presentation skills. The successful candidate must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation in working with diverse audiences.
To apply for this position, please visit the Penn State Office of Human Resources Employment Web site. You will need to reference the Job number listed next to the position.