Major Gifts Officer - Join Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology's Institutional Advancement Team in Terre Haute, IN

Unlock Your Philanthropic Potential with Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, a prestigious STEM-focused institution, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Major Gifts Officer to join our dynamic Institutional Advancement team in Terre Haute, IN. As a frontline fundraiser, you will play a pivotal role in engaging alumni, parents, and friends to support Rose-Hulman's philanthropic needs, driving the Institute's success and growth.

About Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

Ranked No. 1 among U.S. engineering colleges by the U.S. News & World Report's 2022 Best Colleges Guide for over 20 years, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is dedicated to providing students with the world's best undergraduate science, engineering, and mathematics education in an environment of individual attention and support. Our campus culture is student-focused, welcoming, and inclusive, with a strong emphasis on excellence in teaching, learning, innovation, and intellectual growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a frontline fundraiser, working to engage alumni, parents, and friends to support Rose-Hulman's philanthropic needs.
• Actively manage a portfolio of prospects, initiating and strengthening relationships through identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Develop and execute donor-specific strategies in collaboration with other resources, tracking and reporting on activities and execution.
• Meet regularly with deans, faculty, and administrators to gain understanding of major priorities and goals, supplying timely information on donor cultivation.
• Serve as a liaison to a specific department, meeting with the Departmental Chair to gain knowledge of that area's goals and vision.
• Stay knowledgeable on the Institute's needs, priorities, administrative vision, and general daily activities of the campus.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, communications, public relations, or a related field.
• 4 to 5 years of professional experience, including 2 to 3 years of experience in fundraising or transferable skills.
• Strong analytical and project/process management skills.
• Proficiency with database, spreadsheet, word processing, and Internet software.
• Proven track record of securing gifts at the major gift level.
• Outstanding oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Effective listening skills and ability to interact/network with alumni, friends of the Institute, major gift prospects, and major donors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a higher education environment.
• Knowledge of market research techniques and ability to develop, analyze, and evaluate detailed fundraising programs.
• Ability to read and interpret documents (i.e., technical journals, legal documents, governmental regulations).

Skills and Competencies

To succeed in this role, you will need to possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders. Strong analytical and project management skills are also essential, as is the ability to work independently and as part of a team. You will need to be proactive, strategic, and creative in your approach to fundraising, with a deep understanding of the Institute's mission and goals.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

As a Major Gifts Officer at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and expertise in a dynamic and supportive environment. You will be part of a talented team of professionals who are passionate about philanthropy and committed to the Institute's mission. You will also have access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities, enabling you to stay up-to-date with best practices in fundraising and advancement.

Work Environment and Company Culture

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is a welcoming and inclusive community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our campus is located on the banks of the Wabash River, providing a serene and safe environment for our students, faculty, and staff. We offer a range of benefits and resources to support our employees, including a variety of health benefit options, parental leave, and voluntary benefits such as Group Accident and/or Group Critical Illness Insurance, Pet Insurance, and Caregiver Resources.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, with a salary commensurate with experience. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, you will have access to a range of perks, including full-service fitness facilities and programming, a performing arts center featuring national touring acts and campus productions, and state-of-the-art labs, facilities, and equipment.

Join Our Team

If you are a motivated and experienced fundraising professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Major Gifts Officer at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, you will play a critical role in advancing the Institute's mission and goals, working with a talented team of professionals who are passionate about philanthropy and committed to making a difference.

To apply, please submit your Resume/Vitae, Cover Letter, and Personal Diversity and Inclusion Statement via our online application portal at jobs.rose-hulman.edu. We look forward to hearing from you!

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Human Resources.