Director, Major Gifts & Planned GivingsDepartment: Development Location: District Administration Reports To: Associate Vice President, Development Office Recruitment Type: External/Internal Requisition ID: req5559 Employment Type: Administration and Professionals Union Position: Non-Union Work Schedule: Standard College Hours: M-F, 8:30am - 5pm Number of Openings: 1 Job Description: SUMMARY Responsible for nurturingpositive and rewarding relationships with the Tri-C Foundation's major donors. Responsiblefor the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship ofindividual major and planned giving prospects with the capacity to give at orabove $50,000. Strategically focused on building a strong base of individualdonors to support the ambitious growth of the organization. Must have a solidunderstanding and demonstrated success in securing estate gifts and the abilityto lead a planned giving program. ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS
- Responsible for the active portfolio of prospects and the development of cultivation and solicitation strategies that align with the Tri-C Foundation's priorities and prospect interests
- Conducts regular prospect visits to develop and maintain the relationship and to secure major and planned gifts
- Responsible for identifying new individual and planned giving prospects for Cuyahoga Community College Foundation
- Oversees the stewardship of high-quality donor experience through correspondence, donor engagement, professional proposals, and acknowledgments
- Develops and implements a comprehensive planned giving program for prospective and current donors
- Serves as a gift planning resource, including training and supporting team members on deferred and planned gifts such as trusts, charitable annuities, life insurance, real estate, wills. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of best practices
- Supports Vice President of Development and Executive Director with implementation of Foundation Board strategy including preparation for full board, committee and ad hoc meetings
- Collaborates with Tri-C Foundation Directors, Vice President of Development, and College leadership team to design and implement a strategic development program including innovative, unique, and personalized outreach and experiences
- Serves as a Tri-C Foundation representative at external functions and events
- Performs other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATIONAND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING
- Bachelor's degree
- Significant related experience may substitute for education
- Minimum of six years of relevant work experience and demonstrated success in fundraising or similar field
- Demonstrated experience in Planned Giving and success in securing major gifts
- Demonstrated success in developing effective engagement and solicitation strategies for a diverse group of individual donors
- Demonstrated success in securing estate gifts and the ability to lead a planned giving program
- Demonstrated experience working with key constituencies, including donors and professional advisors
- Demonstrated success making high-impact decisions within the department
- Demonstrated experience with research and development of projects and plans
- KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS and ABILITIES
- Ability to think strategically to successfully negotiate with individuals and groups
- Ability to balance competing priorities, complex gift scenarios, and tight deadlines
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team and manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously
- Possess working knowledge of grant writing concepts, practices, and procedures and their application in various scenarios
- Possess excellent customer service skills and proven ability to develop and sustain productive client relationships
- Ability to proficiently use a variety of internet tools and social networking sites as a sourcing tool
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast pace work environment that requires flexibility and a sense of urgency
- Demonstrated intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to confidentially and discreetly handle subject matters requiring privacy and sensitivity
- Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance work flow and quality
- Adaptability and leadership in maintaining complex and lasting donor relationships
- Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population
COMPETENCIES CRITICALCOMPETENCIES
- Communication
- Customer Service
- Quality of Work
- Results Focus
VERYIMPORTANT COMPETENCIES
- Collaboration/Inclusion
- Service Leadership
- Time utilization/Organization
IMPORTANTCOMPETENCIES
- Flexibility/Adaptability
- Continuous Improvement
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATIONAND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING
- Master's degree in a related field
- Demonstrated experience in grants and fundraising strategy
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS (The demands described here are representative ofthose that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essentialfunctions of this job. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performthe essential functions.)
- The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment;
- The work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated;
- Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and may perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. However, there may be walking; standing; bending; stooping; and carrying of various items and equipment;
- Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite
Special Note: Target Starting Salary Range: $85,313 to $89,688 The final offer for the successful candidate is targeted to fall within this range but will be based upon an assessment of internal equity, the unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications in relation to the minimum and/or preferred job requirement(s). Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen. Affirmative Action Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.