Major Gift Officer

ZRG Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Roanoke College in the search for a Major Gift Officer.

Reporting to the Director of Development, the Major Gift Officer will advance Roanoke College's fundraising efforts by identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and securing major gifts within a portfolio of 100 to 125 qualified prospects. The Major Gift Officer will analyze prospects' philanthropic capacity and inclination, develop and manage detailed prospect plans, maintain up-to-date records in the CRM system, and ensure annual fundraising goals are met or exceeded. By building strong, enduring relationships with prospects, the Major Gift Officer will align donor intent with the College's institutional priorities, soliciting gifts and implementing stewardship strategies that foster long-term donor engagement. The Major Gift Officer will contribute to a collaborative team environment, serve as a resource for colleagues, and uphold the highest ethical standards while demonstrating professionalism, gratitude, and positivity in all interactions.

For nearly 200 years, Roanoke College has championed its students' potential and provided transformational educational experiences. An independent, co-educational, four-year liberal arts college located in Salem, Virginia, Roanoke College is much more than a place to obtain an education it is a place to explore what matters, learn where to fit in the world, and design a life with meaning and purpose.

Set on 80 acres surrounded by the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Roanoke College is the second oldest Lutheran-related college in America. Its nearly 2,000 students can choose from 97 areas of study and enjoy the benefits of small class sizes. With 27 Division III athletics programs and more than 140 clubs and student organizations, there is something for everyone at Roanoke College. The more than 18,000 alumni across the nation, and the globe, ensure a strong network of support beyond the campus.

U.S. News and World Report, Princeton Review, and Forbes Magazine consistently rank Roanoke College as one of the top colleges and liberal arts programs in the nation. The College ranked in the top 9% on Princeton Review's Best 389 Colleges list. Roanoke College was also ranked one of 16 colleges of distinction in the state of Virginia for 2024. The College has also been recognized as a top Fulbright producing institution with a record six students for one year.

A bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least two years of experience securing major gifts is required for this position. Roanoke College will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to Roanoke, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and rsum. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of Roanoke College and the responsibilities and qualifications specified in the position prospectus.

The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000. Roanoke College offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including health care, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and tuition assistance. They also offer a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions. This position requires overnight travel, an average of four to six nights per month. Remote work will be considered for this position in consultation with the hiring authority.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Tonya Malik-Carson attonyamc@aspenleadershipgroup.com.

To apply for this position, visit: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/7715.

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