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Philanthropy OfficerFerris State University • Big Rapids, MI, United States
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Philanthropy Officer

Philanthropy Officer

Ferris State University • Big Rapids, MI, United States
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Position Title : Philanthropy Officer

Location :

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department :

70000 - Univer Advance and Mktg VP Office

Advertised Salary :

$55,000-$60,000. Salary commensurate with education, experiences, and other requirements.

Benefits :

Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.

Admin / Admin Temp Benefit Plans

FLSA : Exempt

Temporary / Continuing :

Continuing

Part-Time / Full-Time :

Full-Time

Union Group : N / A

Term of Position : 12 Month

At Will / Just Cause :

Just Cause

Summary of Position :

  • Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Advancement, and working with other staff and volunteers.
  • The Philanthropy Officer is responsible for identifying, qualifying, cultivating, and soliciting individual mid-level major gift prospects that are capable of making gift commitments of $10,000 or more to support Ferris State University's funding priorities.
  • Travel is required, including some evenings and / or weekends.

Position Type : Staff

Required Education :

  • Bachelor's degree

    • Required Work Experience :

  • At least 2 - 4 years of professional, relevant experience or a combination of education and experience.

    • Required Licenses and Certifications :

    Physical Demands :

  • Office Environment
  • Sitting
  • Twisting
  • Driving
  • Pulling / Pushing
  • Repetitive movement
  • Standing

    • Additional Education / Experiences to be Considered :

  • Work experience in higher education or in other large complex organizations.
  • Experience with CRM software.
  • Proven experience working with five-figure gifts or higher.
  • Strong interpersonal, team, and leadership skills, tact and flexibility in working with diverse populations.
  • Ability to plan and develop marketing strategies.
  • Ability to multi-task competing priorities, interruptions, and inquires with a high level of professionalism and tolerance for ambiguity.
  • Knowledge of Ferris State University.

    • Essential Duties / Responsibilities :

  • Advance individual relationships that result in philanthropic contributions
  • Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
  • Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
  • Manage a defined portfolio of mid-level major gift donors and prospects with the capacity to make multi-year commitments of $10,000 or more multiple significant contacts will be made with each of these individuals.
  • Make approximately 125-150 documented face-to-face (or virtual equivalent) visits annually.
  • Maintains complete and timely records of contacts with prospects and donors by utilizing University Advancement's CRM.
  • Maintains the confidentiality of donor data, records, and gifts.
  • Gather data, assess prospects, and develop strategies designed to understand the current and lifetime giving potential of individual prospects.
  • Ensure consistent and appropriate contact while demonstrating effective stewardship.
  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of the university's funding priorities and effectively articulate needs to individual donors.
  • Generate written proposals, informational materials, gift agreements, and other materials to secure major gifts.
  • Assist in short-term and long-term strategic planning for overall major gifts program.
  • Serve as an active team member in the development and implementation of University Advancement goals.
  • Collaborate with colleagues within University Advancement and Marketing, and across the campus community.
  • Understand the University's broader fundraising objectives.
  • Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.
  • Reports to the Associate Vice President for Advancement.
  • Responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of designated information and performing duties in compliance with applicable policies and procedures.
  • Operates university motor or personal vehicles safely while carrying out job responsibilities.
  • Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

    • Marginal Duties / Responsibilities :

    Skills and Abilities :

  • Excellent, organizational, networking, and communications skills, both written and oral, as well as a high level of sophistication and maturity in social and professional settings.
  • Ability to effectively work independently to achieve annual goals.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in a team environment.
  • Ability to travel on day and overnight trips, and evening and weekends, as required.
  • Skilled with using Microsoft Office and customer relations management software.
  • Demonstrated commitment, experience and understanding for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • A general level of comfort when dealing with high net worth individuals and an ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.
  • Ability to understand diverse perspectives and acknowledge the significance of differences and complexities in background, cultures, values, and viewpoints as the foundation for an inclusive environment.
  • Responsibility for maintaining the confidentiality of designated information and performing duties in compliance with applicable policies and procedures.

    • Required Documents :

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Unofficial Transcript 1

    • Optional Documents :

    Special Instructions to Applicants :

  • Transcript 1 (REQUIRED) : Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of Bachelor's degree.
  • Transcript must include : Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded.
  • Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.

    • Initial Application Review Date :

    May 5, 2025

    Open Until Position is Filled? :

    Yes

    Posting Close Date : EEO Statement :

    Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu . The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University's Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit : Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement .

    Click here to learn more about working at FSU and KCAD.

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