Development Assistant Director

About the role

This position has a portfolio in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa and northern Illinois. These are hybrid positions, required to work on a Mayo Clinic campus or travel within the assigned territory up to 30-50% as business needs dictate. Must be located either in the Central Region or within driving distance of the Mayo Clinic campus in Rochester, MN.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fundraising strategies and activities to carry forward the mission and vision of Mayo Clinic
• Qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward major gifts prospects to align benefactor interests with the strategic priorities of the institution
• Manage a portfolio of approximately 140 prospects with a primary focus on qualifying prospects and closing gifts of $100,000 to $1,000,000
• For gift strategies of $1,000,000 or more, partner with the appropriate Regional Manager (Director/Vice Chair) to develop and implement strategies
• Adhere to the "Donor Bill of Rights" and ethical standards set forth for the department and the institution

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree and/or fundraising certification preferred
• Three years' experience in identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of benefactors with a demonstrated track record of success or equivalent experience in comparable position(s)
• Self-motivated, self-directed and highly organized individual who will promote a productive, collegial workplace and be a professional ambassador for Mayo Clinic
• Belief in the mission and strong ethical conduct is essential
• Flexibility to work weekends and evenings when necessary
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record required, with ability to travel extensively on all forms of major public transportation
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Broad-based knowledge of fund development
• Ability to work in a complex environment with multi-dimensional points of view
• Ability to work effectively in a consensus-style operation that expects and promotes teamwork
• Comfortable with ambiguity
• Ability to inspire trust and confidence and communicate effectively with internal and external audiences
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects and maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality
• Proficient in the use of information technology and management of database systems

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future

Pay

$92,830 – $129,958 / year

Schedule

Full Time, Monday – Friday, Business Hours, 80 hours per pay period