Major Gift Officer

Summary WAMU 88.5 is a public media station owned and operated by American University. It is the source for local, regional and NPR news and original programs in Washington, DC. The Major Gifts Officer (MGO) position at WAMU 88.5 manages a portfolio of approximately 150 assigned and qualified donors, cultivating relationships, soliciting high‑level gifts, retaining and upgrading donors, and promoting inclusion of WAMU in donors’ estate plans. The MGO creates stewardship plans, sets individual goals for each donor, secures program information, and develops compelling offers, proposals, and stewardship reports. The role reports to the Director of Development and collaborates with WAMU Development Operations and UA Office of Planned Giving while handling sensitive information with discretion. Essential Functions Qualify a caseload of 150 donors from a larger group, create individual goals and foundational communication plans, and execute plans to meet departmental goals, ensuring retention and upgrades, including face‑to‑face visits and planned giving promotion. Manage prospect/donor communication and draft specific proposals, working with content and marketing staff to secure budgets and create offers that secure gifts and report back on gift impact. Create monthly reports that accurately reflect caseload activity and performance. Perform other duties as assigned. Competencies Championing Customer Needs Evaluating and Implementing Ideas Developing Plans Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions Building and Supporting Teams Position Type / Expected Hours of Work Full‑Time 35 hours per week Salary Range $90,000 - $110,000 annually Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree or equivalent 3 - 5 years of relevant experience Preferred Education and Experience 4 - 6 years of relevant experience Familiarity with Revolution Online (ROI) database software preferred; Team Approach software a plus Experience in public broadcasting a plus Travel Required Local and regional travel in the WAMU listening area Additional Eligibility Qualifications 3+ years of successful individual major‑giving experience Extensive knowledge of the Washington, DC area philanthropic community Successful track record in moving donors up the giving continuum Competency in prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation and donor relations Highly organized with the ability to multi‑task, set priorities, and meet deadlines Excellent interpersonal communication skills – both verbal and written Self‑motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 as well as industry‑standard research and analytics processes Benefits AU offers a competitive benefits package. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options. Other Details Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on‑site at the university American University is an E‑Verify employer Contact Us For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email View email address on click.appcast.io. Equal Opportunity Statement American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities. #J-18808-Ljbffr American University