As a frontline fundraiser, develops, solicits, and stewards a
personal caseload of approximately 120 prospects, and establishes
and maintains long-term donor relationships with the College.
Frequent travel to engage prospective and current donors in their
comprehensive support of the College through annual, capital, and
planned gifts.
Collaborates with the gift planning and communications teams in
an annual strategic marketing and stewardship plan for the purposes
of educating constituents about gift planning and growing
membership in the Bowdoin Pines Society.
Develops and maintains technical expertise and knowledge of
complex planned gifts and applies this expertise with donors and
their advisers.
The hiring range for this position is expected to be: $107,500 -
117,500 annually.
BENEFITS AND PERKS
Education/Skills Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree is required; advanced degree preferred
• Excellent writing and speaking skills
• Thorough understanding of philanthropy with a commitment to
liberal arts colleges generally and to the mission and goals of
Bowdoin specifically
• Keen interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated capacity to organize and manage multiple programs
and projects simultaneously, working both independently and
creatively in a collaborative, busy, team oriented
environment
• Ability to set and accomplish goals within specified
deadlines
• Demonstrated success in soliciting and closing gifts
• Familiarity with computer systems and software programs used in
development and gift planning settings (i.e. Raiser's Edge and PG
Calc) and the willingness to use technology
• Aptitude for and ability to discuss complex gift planning
concepts with constituents; capable of representing Bowdoin's
interests while interacting with alumni, parents, friends, staff of
the College, College counsel, donors' advisers and personal
representatives
• Absolute confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion
required
Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents:
A minimum of 7 years of development/fundraising or related (e.g.,
financial planning, law) experience required; 7+ years experience
specifically in gift planning preferred.
Demonstrated successful track record working with leadership-level
donors.
A valid driver's license and the ability to comply with the
College's Motor Vehicle Policy required.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting
to be considered for hire.
Standard Work Days and Hours:
This is a full-time salaried position requiring the time necessary
to fulfill job expectations. Standard administrative hours are
Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Occasional weekend and
evening work required. Department staff work a hybrid schedule,
with 3 days in the office.
Ability and willingness to travel 20-25% of the time.
We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa
sponsorship for staff positions.
Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory
completion of applicable background checks including but not
limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving
records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job
related).
About Bowdoin:
Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to
talented students, faculty and staff-with a variety of racial,
ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs;
and gender identities, among other factors.
We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support
of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and
contribute to the College's multifaceted diversity. We value a
community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly
welcomed and encouraged to succeed.
Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the
liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin's reputation as a
preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its
faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of
community; and connections to the people, history, and natural
beauty of Maine.
Bowdoin's campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting.
Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the
College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles
from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.
Shift:
Employment Category: Full Time Year Round
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Pay Type: Salaried
Background Check Package Requirements: Administrative Staff
+ MVR
Is driving a Bowdoin vehicle an essential function of this
job?:
Is a pre-placement physical required for this position?:
No
Posting Date: 08/14/2026
Applications Accepted Until:
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants: If selected as a
finalist, you will be required to submit information for
three references, including name, email address, phone number and
how you know the reference.
EEO Information:
Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and
state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment,
admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular
programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color,
ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital
status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or
against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities
on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected
statuses.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9756618"">https://careers.bowdoin.edu/postings/18208
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