Major Gift Officer

Posting Details Job Title Major Gift Officer Department OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT-C/W Position Number FP390A Location Norfolk, VA Job Summary Primary objective is to develop and cultivate long-termphilanthropic relationships with alumni, donors and prospects.Responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation andstewardship of private gifts of $25,000 or more in support ofadvancing the University’s mission. Manages major gift fundraisinginitiatives with respective college dean and faculty, giftofficers/development staff, and volunteer leaders to meet fundingpriorities and maximize philanthropic support for theUniversity. Position Type FullTime Type of Recruitment General Public Minimum Qualifications Demonstrated ability to effectively build and cultivate donorrelationships and secure gifts at $25,000 and above. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communicationskills. Detail oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities. Strategic self-starter and results driven with a collaborative andteam-oriented approach. Knowledge of development principles, fundraising techniques andethics. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Effective problem-solver. Demonstrates flexibility and ability to manage change and withstandpressure. Demonstrates initiative, creativity and resourcefulness. Ability to travel and work nights and weekends required. Valid driver’s license. Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree with experience and/ortraining that equates to a Master’s degree. Considerable experience in fundraising, including individualsolicitation as a development or major gift officer; or equivalentexperience in comparable sales/marketing/client relations will beconsidered. Preferred Qualifications None Job Open Date 07/27/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal historycheck. Equity Statement It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equalemployment, educational and social opportunities for all persons,without regard to race (or traits historically associated with raceincluding hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles suchas braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender(including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions),national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteranstatus, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation orgenetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities,women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged toapply. Reasonable Accommodation Request If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonableaccommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management andCulture at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision The contractor will not discharge or in any other mannerdiscriminate against employees or applicants because they haveinquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay ofanother employee or applicant. However, employees who have accessto the compensation information of other employees or applicants asa part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay ofother employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwisehave access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is(a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtheranceof an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including aninvestigation conducted by the employer, or consistent withcontractor’s legal duty to furnish information. ODU Statement Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’sforward-focused public doctoral research university with more than23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, anenergetic residential community and initiatives that contribute$2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle of Higher Education