Leadership Gifts Officer

Essential Duties

• Qualify, cultivate, solicit, and close annual commitments of $2,500+ and multiyear pledges of $10,000+
• Meet or exceed annual goals for gift revenue, meetings, qualification, solicitation, and other key performance indicators
• Maximize productivity through portfolio management strategies supported by prospect research, data analytics, AI, and other technology tools
• Maintain timely and accurate database records, including contact reports, demographic updates, and moves management activity
• Prepare donor correspondence, gift documentation, briefing materials, and related documents
• Partner with frontline teams, including Major Giving, Annual Giving, Gift Planning, and Corporate and Foundation Relations, to create comprehensive solicitation strategies that advance shared goals
• Collaborate with the Office of Alumni & Family Engagement and the Pulsifer Career Development Center to maximize resources and create opportunities to engage prospects and donors through events and related activities
• Steward donors in collaboration with the Donor Relations team

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years of frontline fundraising, sales, account management, or related experience, preferably within higher education
• A positive, collaborative, and proactive professional who is results-oriented, enthusiastic, and comfortable making direct person-to-person solicitations
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Experience using CRM donor databases and intermediate proficiency with Microsoft 365
• Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close attention to detail and prioritization to meet deadlines
• Demonstration of a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in a value-driven organization
• Ability to interact professionally and maintain confidentiality
• Must hold and maintain a valid, unrestricted US driver’s license, with an insurable driving history as determined by Bentley’s insurance carrier

Work Environment

• This role offers a flexible work arrangement, combining in-person attendance with remote work.
• On-site presence is required based on business needs, team collaboration, or scheduled meetings.
• Scheduling specifics will be determined in conjunction with the manager.
• As with any flexible arrangement, this arrangement is subject to change based on business needs.
• The LGO must be able to travel by car, plane, and public transportation, as the position requires 10–20% day and overnight travel.
• Some weekend and evening duties are required.

Pay Transparency

Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening. Bentley University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.