Senior Development Officer

University of Wisconsin–La Crosse

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States
Base: $75,000 - 85,000; bonus/equity: not specifie...
Fully remote
3-5 years non-profit development experience
Secure major gifts of $25,000 or more
Manage portfolio of 75 to 100 prospects
The University of Wisconsin–La Crosse is seeking a Senior Development Officer to enhance philanthropic efforts by managing a donor portfolio and fostering relationships to secure major gifts. This fully remote position requires strong communication skills and experience in fundraising, with a focus on achieving annual fundraising goals

Job Summary

  • The Senior Development Officer plays a critical role in advancing the mission of the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse by connecting donor passions with priorities that transform student success.
  • This position is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of approximately 75 to 100 prospective donors with the capacity to make major gifts of $25,000 or more.
  • Benefits at UWL are highly competitive, adding an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package including paid vacation, flexible health insurance, and retirement vesting after 5 years.

Matching Summary

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The University of Wisconsin–La Crosse is seeking a Senior Development Officer to enhance philanthropic efforts by managing a donor portfolio and fostering relationships to secure major gifts. This fully remote position requires strong communication skills and experience in fundraising, with a focus on achieving annual fundraising goals.

Salary

Base: $75,000 - 85,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Additional 40%+ including health insurance and retirement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3-5 years non-profit development experience
  • Secure major gifts of $25,000 or more
  • Manage portfolio of 75 to 100 prospects
  • Valid Driver's License required
  • Travel up to 25% locally and nationally

Nice-to-have

  • Proficiency with Blackbaud Raiser's Edge
  • Bachelor's degree in related field
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Office 365
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Key Requirements

  • 3-5 years of non-profit or higher education development experience
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
  • Valid Driver's License mandatory
  • No H-1B visa sponsorship available

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

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