Development Officer (Major Gifts)(Specially Funded)
5 days ago
Tempe
Development Officer (Major Gifts)(Specially Funded) Job ID: 322720 Location: Rio Salado Community College Full/Part Time: Regular/Temporary: Regular Hiring Salary Range $60,136.00 - $78,176.50/annually, DOE Grade 116 Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required Work Calendar 12 Months Funding Information This is a grant funded assignment with a projected end date of 12-31-2026 with renewal based on available funds and the needs of MCCCD. Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision-___ We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. ___ We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County.___ We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year. Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of ___ available to eligible employees at MCCCD: Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package: • Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, • Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time, • 20 Paid Observed Holidays, • Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage, • ___, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions, • Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b), • Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents, • Annual Professional Development Funding, • Flexible Work Schedules Employee Health & Wellness Programs: • District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars, • Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter, • Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups, • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services • Pre-Retirement Planning Events, • Qualifying Employer for___ (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) Job Summary The Development Officer -Major Gifts is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individual donors capable of making significant philanthropic gifts in support of public radio's mission and programming. This role manages a portfolio of current and prospective major donors, building meaningful relationships that encourage giving for annual support, special projects, capital needs, and planned gifts. Essential Functions 50% - Donor Relationship Management: Identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards a portfolio of current and prospective major donors through personal visits, calls, written communication, and ongoing engagement. 20% - Fundraising Strategy & Solicitation: Develops individualized giving strategies, prepares proposals, coordinates asks, and secures major gifts in support of operations, programming, special campaigns, and planned giving opportunities. 10% - Prospect Research & Pipeline Development: Researches and qualifies new donor prospects, expands the major gifts pipeline, and analyzes giving trends to maximize fundraising opportunities. 10% - Collaboration & Leadership Support: Partners with, development staff, and volunteers to coordinate donor outreach, events, and strategic fundraising efforts. 10% - Administration & Reporting: Maintains accurate donor records, tracks activity in CRM systems, prepares reports, monitors progress toward revenue goals, and ensures timely stewardship follow up. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in marketing, communications or related field and two years of experience assisting with and/or coordinating various fundraising campaigns and activities. OR An equivalent combination of the conferred degree and directly related full-time work experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered. Desired Qualifications A. Minimum of three (3) years of successful major gift fundraising, development, sales, or relationship management experience. B. Proven track record of cultivating, soliciting, and closing significant gifts for a nonprofit organization C. Four (4) years working in a nonprofit organization D. Two (2) years CRM software experience preferably Raiser's Edge E. One (1) year of full-time relevant MCCCD experience during the previous two (2) years. Special Working Conditions Travel to campus during interview/selection process will be at candidate's own expense. Will be required to travel or be assigned to all MCCCD locations. May require numerous evenings or weekends. May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen. May be required to lift or carry up to #25 lbs. Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D Driver's License is required; employee must meet district minimum standards regarding driving: OR (If moving from out of state) Possession of a valid State Class D Driver's License is required; employee must meet district minimum standards regarding driving: How to Apply Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information. • Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position., • Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or;, • Part-Time employment, to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load), • Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position. MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Posting Close Date Open until filled First Review May 14, 2026 Applications received after the review date may not be screened EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. Rio Salado College's Title IX/504 Coordinator is O.Tafari Osayande, ___, 480/517-8196. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. To apply, visit ___ jeid-829581b9e7858544a82bf3b66f4b7feb