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Leadership Giving Officer

Dakota State University

Job Location:

Madison, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 25 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 22 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Dakota State University seeks a passionate relationship builder to serve as its next Leadership Giving Officer. This role is responsible for identifying cultivating soliciting and stewarding alumni parents and friends of the university capable of making gifts of $5000 or more helping to create philanthropic partnerships that fuel the universitys vision and strengthen its future.

Requirements:

Bachelors degree is required in Marketing Education Accounting Finance or other related field.
1-3 years or experience in fundraising particularly in major gifts or leadership giving.
- Experience in a higher education setting is preferred.
Strong ability to build relationships listen to donor needs and cultivate donor loyalty.
Ability to analyze donor data and fundraising trends to develop strategies.
Comfortable with public speaking and presenting to groups of various sizes. .
Strong combination of creative analytical and organizational skills; attention to detail.
Proficiency with database management systems.
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of philanthropic partners
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel and Word.
Effective written oral and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities:

Identify and qualify potential donors through research interviews and other engagement methods.
Develop and implement personalized strategies to cultivate relationships with prospects.
Solicit gifts that align with the strategic needs of the University.
Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing donors through consistent communication and recognition efforts.
Ensure accurate and up-to-date records of all interactions proposals and contributions in Raisers Edge.
Work closely with University leadership to understand funding priorities and translate these needs into compelling donor opportunities.
Partner with colleagues across the University to identify potential prospects and create comprehensive donor engagement plans.
Plan and attend events to engage with potential and existing donors representing the Universitys mission and goals.

Benefits:

Flexible benefits package health dental vision life insurance short-term disability hospital indemnity insurance flexible spending account health savings account health reimbursement account.
South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive 6% fully matched contributions from SDRS and are vested after three years of service.
Paid time off full time 12-month employees earn 15 days per year of annual leave and 14 days of sick leave per addition employees receive 11 federal paid holidays.
Reduced tuition for education.
Professional liability coverage
Paid family leave