Planned Gift Director - Higher Ed. develops and manages a planned giving program for a college or university that generates donor interest and inquiries and translates into current and future planned gifts. Plans and administers giving programs that include deferred giving, estate planning, bequest donations, and other types of giving. Being a Planned Gift Director - Higher Ed. cultivates and solicits planned giving prospects. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Planned Gift Director - Higher Ed. typically reports to top management. The Planned Gift Director - Higher Ed. typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Planned Gift Director - Higher Ed. typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives.
JOB TITLE:
Major Gift Officer II - Director of Development
JOB PURPOSE:
The Major Gift Officer (working title of Director of Development), shall serve as a senior development professional for the UW Foundation with a primary focus on securing planned and major gifts ($25,000 ) in support of the University of Wyoming.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES:
REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:
This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor's degree
Experience: 2-3 years of work-related experience
Required licensure, certification, registrations, or other requirements: None.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.
HIRING STATEMENT:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/