Development Officer

The Development Officer plays a key role in advancing the mission of the institution by cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding philanthropic support from alumni, parents, friends, corporations, and foundations. This position manages a portfolio of prospective donors, develops meaningful engagement strategies, and collaborates closely with colleagues across campus to support institutional fundraising goals.

Requirements

• Supports fundraising efforts by cultivating relationships with alumni, parents, and friends of the University.
• Identifying, qualifying, soliciting, and stewarding major gift prospects in alignment with institutional fundraising goals.
• Facilitate donor involvement opportunities, such as events, advisory boards, and campus visits.
• Work to increase philanthropic support for Tiffin University through effective relationship management, personalized engagement strategies, and consistent outreach by completing 150 quality visits annually.
• Manage and grow a portfolio of major gift prospects, focusing on individuals capable of giving at the $25,000+ level.
• Prepare and deliver compelling proposals and donor communications.
• Meet or exceed annual fundraising goals for dollars raised, proposals submitted, and visits completed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with annual employer incentive contribution
• Flex Spending Account with options to save pre-tax dollars for medical, dental, and vision expenses
• Employer-paid basic life insurance and long-term disability
• Voluntary plans for supplemental life insurance and short-term disability
• A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• Generous paid annual and sick leave
• Paid holidays throughout the year
• Educational tuition benefits for you and eligible family members
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support