"Major Gifts Officer"

Job Details

Major Gifts Officer
Division: Institutional Advancement
Department/Office: Gift Planning
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St. Catherine University and the Department of Institutional Advancement invites applications for a full-time Major Gifts Officer position.
As a member of the St. Catherine University Development and Alumni Relations staff, the Major Gifts Officer is responsible for building relationships and closing gifts with individuals and families, corporations, and foundations.
The Major Gifts Officer raises commitments, major gifts, grants, and sponsorships at the $10K level and above, which contribute to the achievement of the University's major gifts goals each year. The Major Gifts Officer serves as an ambassador of the University with all external audiences.
Responsibilities Include:

• Conduct face-to-face meetings (10/month average) with donor/prospects to advance their movement in the development cycle. Meetings will include identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donor/prospects.
• Manage a portfolio of prospects including individuals and families, corporations, and foundations as determined at the discretion of supervisor.
• Cultivate donors through engagement with the University's events and activities and/or meaningful volunteer roles.
• Solicit commitments, major gifts, grants, and sponsorships. In the process, present illustrations and educate donors about creative gift plan alternatives.
• Steward relationships with donors through intentional measures including regular communication and engagement in stewardship events.
• Create moves management plan for each assigned donor/prospect
• Document contact reports following interactions with donors, prospects.
• Attend department, division and other campus meetings as relevant to position.
• Participate in strategy for and execution of special events.

Employees at St. Kate's feel a deep connection to the University's Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:

• Fourteen (14) paid holidays and paid "gift" days when the University is closed.
• Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403b retirement plan access
• Accrued sick time
• Paid parental leave after one year of service

Specific information on all of our available benefits for full-time employees can be found HERE.
St. Catherine University in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation's largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master's and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Demonstrated capacity in cultivating, soliciting and closing major gifts to achieve goals.
• Demonstrated success in working as a member of a team and developing effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, donors and others.
• Demonstrated competency in writing and interpersonal communication.
• Confidentiality regarding donor records.
• Competency with relational databases, Microsoft Office products, electronic donor information and tracking systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate of St. Catherine University
• Major Gifts Officer experience
• Fundraising experience in higher education
• Demonstrated campaign experience and results
• Knowledge of the Twin Cities, Minnesota, regional or national philanthropic communities

We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university's commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.
Application instructions:
Posting Number: 20220778-STAFF
Posting Start Date: 11/10/2025
Application Deadline: 12/1/2025
To apply, visit https://stcatherine.peopleadmin.com/postings/10414
Compensation: Salary range of $70,000 - $90,000 depending on qualifications and experience.
*The salary range listed reflects a good-faith estimate of what we reasonably anticipate to pay for this position, based on market data and internal equity, at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and other relevant factors. St. Catherine reserves the right to modify or adjust compensation depending on University needs.* St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to "love of neighbor without distinction" and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.