Major Gift Officer - Harvey Mudd College

Philanthropic Advisor Opportunity At Harvey Mudd College

This is a fantastic opportunity for a relationship-driven fundraiser who wants to own a portfolio, travel, and play a key role during a pivotal capital campaign at one of the top STEM-focused liberal arts colleges in the country.

What You'll Be Doing

Another Source's client, Harvey Mudd College, is recruiting a Philanthropic Advisor to join their team in Claremont, California. This is a hybrid role with travel up to two weeks per month. Beyond managing a portfolio, this role offers the chance to build deep relationships with highly engaged alumni, faculty innovators, and institutional leaders while helping advance initiatives tied to student access, entrepreneurship, research, and scientific innovation. Advisors are empowered with meaningful autonomy, strong institutional partnership, and the ability to truly "own" a region and donor strategy.

Harvey Mudd College also offers a uniquely collaborative and mission-driven culture that stands apart from larger universities—combining the intellectual energy of a top-tier STEM institution with the close-knit environment of a liberal arts college. For fundraisers seeking long-term growth, meaningful impact, and the opportunity to contribute during a pivotal campaign era, this is an especially compelling time to join the team.

Here's a little about Harvey Mudd College: Harvey Mudd College (HMC) is one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges focused on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Part of The Claremont Colleges consortium, HMC offers the best of both worlds—a close-knit, highly collaborative academic environment paired with the resources and opportunities of a larger university ecosystem. Known for its rigorous curriculum, strong return on investment, and exceptional career outcomes, Harvey Mudd consistently ranks among the top colleges in the country.

With a student-to-faculty ratio of 8:1 and a mission centered on producing leaders who understand the impact of their work on society, HMC is in an exciting phase of growth and momentum. The College is currently in the quiet phase of a capital campaign, making this an especially compelling time to join and contribute to its future.

About This Role

This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact fundraising role where you'll truly "own" a region and portfolio. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Development, the Philanthropic Advisor will manage a portfolio of approximately 100–125 major gift prospects and play a key role in advancing the College's most ambitious priorities.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a relationship-driven environment, enjoys travel and autonomy, and wants to be part of a collaborative advancement team during a pivotal campaign phase. You'll partner closely with faculty, leadership, and advancement colleagues to shape strategy, deepen donor engagement, and drive meaningful philanthropic investment.

Your Contribution Will Likely Include:

• Managing and executing strategies for a portfolio of 100–125 major gift prospects capable of giving $100,000+
• Building and advancing relationships through in-person visits, written communication, and digital outreach
• Developing and implementing cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies to maximize donor engagement
• Meeting and exceeding annual fundraising goals and performance metrics
• Partnering with faculty and academic leaders to align donor interests with institutional priorities
• Serving as a trusted advisor and liaison across the HMC community, including alumni, parents, and volunteers
• Collaborating across Advancement, including Alumni and Parent Relations, to enhance giving opportunities
• Staying current on philanthropy trends and applying best practices to strengthen outcomes
• Ensuring compliance with fundraising policies and donor management protocols
• Representing HMC at events and engaging donors through travel, including evenings and weekends as needed

Experience You Will Bring:

• Bachelor's degree required
• At least five years of experience in major gifts fundraising within a medium-to-large development operation
• Proven track record of successfully soliciting and closing six- and seven-figure gifts
• Experience working in higher education and/or a capital campaign environment strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to build and manage relationships with high-net-worth individuals
• Strong understanding of fundraising best practices and donor lifecycle management
• Ability to independently manage a portfolio while contributing to a collaborative team environment
• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills
• High level of discretion, judgment, and professionalism when handling confidential information
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Comfort working in a complex institutional environment with diverse stakeholders
• Willingness and ability to travel up to two weeks per month and work occasional evenings/weekends
• Experience or familiarity with entrepreneurial or innovation ecosystems (e.g., startups, VC) is a plus

What's In It For You:

• Salary range: $135,000 – $150,000 annually
• Opportunity to "own" a region and portfolio with significant autonomy
• Experience contributing to a major capital campaign at a top-tier institution
• Collaborative, mission-driven environment within a highly respected college
• Access to the resources and community of The Claremont Colleges consortium

Equal Opportunity Employer: Harvey Mudd College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be given consideration for employment without regard to age, race, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran's status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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