Senior Development Officer

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States
Base: $75,000 - 85,000; bonus/equity: not specifie...
Fully remote
3-5 years non-profit development experience
Valid driver's license required
Manage portfolio of major gift prospects
The Senior Development Officer is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of approximately 75 to 100 prospective donors with the capacity to make major gifts

Job Summary

  • The Senior Development Officer is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of approximately 75 to 100 prospective donors with the capacity to make major gifts.
  • This role requires significant travel including local, regional, and national visits to advance philanthropic partnerships and engage diverse constituents.
  • Benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package, including excellent flexible health insurance, paid vacation, and retirement vesting after 5 years.

Matching Summary

The Senior Development Officer is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of approximately 75 to 100 prospective donors with the capacity to make major gifts.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • Proficiency with Blackbaud Raiser's Edge
  • Strong relationship building skills
  • Experience in higher education sector
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
  • No H-1B visa sponsorship available
  • 3-5 years of development experience securing major gifts

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

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