Director of Planned Giving
- Employer
- University Advancement - Washington University in St. Louis
- Location
- Saint Louis, Missouri (US)
- Salary
- $84,200 - $115,000/annually
- Date posted
- Dec 23, 2024
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Development & Advancement
- Employment Level
- Mid-Level
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Private Four-Year Institutions
Job Details
Position Summary
The Director of Planned Giving reports to the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Planned Giving and is responsible for qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding high level prospects capable of making major planned gifts to Washington University. This position is within the Office of Planned Giving and is part of the Development Vertical. Travel is required.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Responsible for university planned and deferred gift activity including qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of a portfolio of 60 donors and prospects in an assigned geographic territory. In addition to planned giving activities, assists in major and principal gift solicitations. Specific gift production and donor contact goals will be established on an annual basis.
- The Director of Planned Giving will work closely with all levels of development officers in a territory to ensure short and long-term fundraising success and will coordinate with the territory Executive Director in reaching the planned giving total for the territory. Serve as a resource for all planned giving activities and presentations. The position will also work closely with subject matter experts in the Philanthropic Strategy Vertical to meet the fundraising priorities of the Danforth Campus schools, Medicine, programs, university priorities, university initiatives and Principal Gifts team to identify, cultivate, solicit, close, and steward principal gift prospects.
- The Director of Development will help to create and foster a culture of collaboration and teamwork that celebrates outcomes, builds individual and team capacity, and ensures that WashU UA is a preferred workplace.
- Focuses on acquisition, retention, and reacquisition of prospects ($250,000+) in the assigned region with a primary focus on unrestricted giving. Qualifies and cultivates donors with the goal of increasing the donor’s support to major gift levels.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Normal office environment
- Frequent travel.
- Ability to travel within the United States.
Physical Effort
- Typically sitting at desk or table
Equipment
- Office equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree
- Certifications: No specific certification is required for this position.
- Work Experience: Relevant Experience (7 Years)
- Skills: Not Applicable
- Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience soliciting gifts of $250,000 or more.
Preferred Qualifications
- Education: Master's degree
- Certifications: No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
- Work Experience: No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
- Skills: Analytical Thinking, Complex Systems, Computer Technology, Database Technologies, Detail-Oriented, Donor Management, Give Feedback, Major Gift Solicitation, Microsoft Excel, Multicultural Environments, Oral Communications, Organizational Change Management, Organizing, People Oriented, Project Administration, Prospect Management, Receptive to Feedback, Relationship Building, Salesforce (Software), Working Independently, Written Communication
Hiring Range
$84,200.00 - $115,000.00 / Annually
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
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Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
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Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
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Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
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WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
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Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
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We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
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WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Diversity Statement
University Advancement is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming environment fostering a culture of inclusion excellence where all staff are respected, valued, and provided opportunities to flourish. We encourage individuals who will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of our team to apply. You do not need to meet 100% of the preferred qualifications to apply for these positions.
Company
Company Overview
EDI Statement
University Advancement is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming environment fostering a culture of inclusion excellence where all staff are respected, valued, and provided opportunities to flourish. We encourage individuals who will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of our team to apply. You do not need to meet 100% of the preferred qualifications to apply for these positions.
EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Company History
Washington University's collective success is significantly attributed to the passion and outstanding efforts of our community. Our faculty and staff are committed to excellence and dedicated to carrying out our missions of research, teaching and patient care.
WashU prides itself on being a place where people matter, and serious work is done. Our people work together in an inclusive community that celebrates diverse perspectives, collaboration and innovation. We are a community of individuals inspired to work together to develop big ideas and tackle challenging problems.
We value the well-being of our people. Washington University strives to create a positive employee experience where faculty and staff thrive, both personally and professionally. Our faculty and staff find meaning, connection and vitality in their work and life with a healthy work-life balance and support to learn, grow and make an impact at WashU, the community and the world.
Benefits
Personal:
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness:
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family:
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
- Website
- https://advancement.wustl.edu/
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