Major Gift Officer

Position Summary

Southampton Hospital Foundation seeks a Major Gift Officer to join the organization at a defining moment of growth and transformation. Reporting to the President of the Southampton Hospital Foundation, the role will manage a select portfolio of high-capacity donors and prospects, focusing on securing six- and seven-figure philanthropic commitments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of approximately 75–100 high-capacity donors and prospects.
• Develop and execute individualized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans that align donor interests with institutional priorities.
• Build and maintain a disciplined, forward-looking pipeline of leadership and principal gift opportunities.
• Advance donors through the full giving cycle—from qualification and cultivation to solicitation and stewardship—using a disciplined, relationship-driven approach.
• Partner with leadership and Board members to strengthen donor engagement.
• Collaborate with physicians to develop compelling, donor-centered cases for support.
• Represent the Foundation at key events and engagements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor records and activity tracking.

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor's Degree: Masters preferred.
• 7+ years of major gift fundraising experience.
• Demonstrated success securing five- and six-figure gifts.
• Experience working with boards and senior leadership.
• Demonstrated success working with volunteers and Board members.
• Healthcare or academic environment preferred.
• Capital campaign experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to engage donors effectively and connect their interests with institutional priorities.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills.
• Thoughtful and disciplined approach to planning and execution.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of professionalism and discretion.
• Planned giving experience preferred.

Special Notes

• Resume/CV should be included with the online application.
• S Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position maybe designated as “essential.”
• The selected candidate must meet the following requirements before start date: Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Employee Health Services*, Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references. Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*, Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings. Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).