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Major Gifts Officer
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Position Number: 5273756
Location: New York, NY
Position Type: Development and Fund Raising

Major Gifts Officer

Development - Law School, Lincoln Center

Fordham University

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Fordham University has an excellent reputation as a dynamic institution located in New York City. ÂFounded in 1841, Fordham enrolls more than 16,000 undergraduate and graduate students in its 9 Colleges and Schools.

Fordham University offers aÂcomprehensive and competitive benefits packageÂto its employees, which includesÂmedical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

We offerÂtuition remissionÂfor employees and their dependents

A generous employer match towards a 403(b)Âretirement plan.

As a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC),ÂFordham is considered a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan ForgivenessÂ(PSLF) program, a federal program designed to forgive student loan debt for employees of certain public and certain nonprofit employers.

As part of itsÂwork-life balanceÂprogram, the University providesÂgenerous PTOÂincluding 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 2 personal days, 6 summer Fridays, andÂholidaysÂthat include paid time off between Christmas and New year.

University employees have access to theÂEmployee Assistance ProgramÂ(EAP). EAP provides no-cost, professional, and confidential services, to help employees and family members address a variety of personal, family, life, and work-related issues.

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Please review the Hybrid Policy here.

https://www.fordham.edu/human-resources/policies-guides-and-agreements/hybridremote-work-policy-for-administrators/

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Position Summary

Reporting to the Executive Director of Development & Strategic Initiatives, the Major Gifts Officer seeks to increase participation in annual, major, and planned giving from alumni, parents, and friends of Fordham Universityâ€™s School of Law. Working closely with faculty, senior administrators, and volunteers, the Major Gifts Officer seeks to secure leadership commitments at the $100,000+ level. The Major Gifts Officer staffs a portfolio of approximately 150 leadership-level Law School donors, prospects, and volunteers who can make significant commitments at the leadership level to the Law School.

This position may require some evening/weekend work and travel to assigned geographical regions to accomplish the Law Schoolâ€™s fundraising objectives.

Essential FunctionsÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂ

Manages a portfolio comprising approximately 150 prospects and donors who can make gifts of $100,000+.

Completes 150+ visits annually with assigned prospects.

Meets solicitation metrics:
- Year 1: Solicit $1 million, close $500,000
- Year 2: Solicit $2 million, close $1 million
- Year 3: Solicit $3 million, close $1.5 million

Gathers data, assesses prospects, and develops and executes strategies designed to realize the current and lifetime giving potential of prospects to achieve individual and departmental goals.

Essential Functions Note

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.

The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

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Management ResponsibilitiesÂÂ

Guides work of other employees who perform essentially the same work and/or student workers. Organizes, sets priorities, schedules and reviews work, but is generally not responsible for final decisions in hiring, performance management or compensation.

Additional FunctionsÂÂÂÂÂÂ

Travels to assigned geographical regions to accomplish the Law Schoolâ€™s fundraising objectives.

Makes persuasive verbal and written cases for supporting Fordham Lawâ€™s key priorities, effectively matching prospectsâ€™ interests to specific projects and programs needing support and ensuring effective stewardship of donor relationships.

Records information about prospects and donors utilizing appropriate University databases; reports activity and monitors resources and expenditures associated with his/her program and portfolio.

Assists in setting priorities for multiple short-term and long-term projects based upon established goals for the Law School major gifts team.

Works closely with the development team and senior administration at the Law School to identify new funding opportunities and projects for donors.

Participates in advancement activities and events, including dinners, receptions, and alumni campus visits.

Develops and maintains relationships with faculty, staff, and volunteers associated with his/her portfolios/programs; meets with colleagues across campus to coordinate and execute strategies, utilizing experience and knowledge to resolve conflicts and build consensus.

Required Qualifications: Education and ExperienceÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂ

Bachelorâ€™s Degree in liberal arts, business, communications, or related field

Minimum of three years of successful fundraising experience and a proven track record of closing five, six, and seven-figure gifts; or, in lieu of a degree

Minimum of five years experience in development or related field, preferably in a higher education setting.

Required Qualifications: Knowledge and SkillsÂÂÂÂÂ

Strong interpersonal skills, both written and oral, as well as a high level of sophistication and maturity in social and professional settings.

Curiosity and analytical thinking, global perspective, complex problem solving; ability to organize, prioritize, and complete multiple projects simultaneously with close attention to detail, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment.

A general level of comfort when dealing with high-net-worth individuals, an ability to maintain discretion, and a high level of confidentiality when dealing with significant benefactors.

Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in a team environment; an ability and willingness to quickly learn the Law Schoolâ€™s and Universityâ€™s history, mission, demographics, faculty, current programs, and departments, as well as University culture.

Comfort with using personal computers, tablets, and software programs for retrieving, organizing, researching, and presenting appropriate donor/prospect information; proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Preferred QualificationsÂ

Advanced degree, such as J.D. or LL.M

Experience working with trusts, estates, and estate planning products; this experience can be within a university setting, other not-for-profit, or in the private sector; private sector experience in wealth management or accounting is relevant.

Prior capital campaign experience.

Experience with Banner or Blackbaud.

Minimum Starting Salary: $94,000

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Maximum Starting Salary: $111,000

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Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.

START DATE: ASAP

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APPLY HERE: https://careers.fordham.edu/postings/7472

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ABOUT FORDHAM

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its 9 colleges and schools.Â It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

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Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer â€" Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories