FIND_THE_RIGHTJOB.

Virginia Community College System

Major Gifts Officer

Richmond, United States

Posting Summary

Working Title

Major Gifts Officer

Role Title

12 month - Administrative - In

Role Code

01123-SW

FLSA

Exempt

Pay Band

Position Number

261GA047

Agency

VCCS-System Office

Agency/Division

System Office (Div)

Work Location

Richmond (City) - 760

Hiring Range

$105,000 - $120,000 annual

Emergency/Essential Personnel

EEO Category

B-Professional

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Yes

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 8 AM- 5 PM or as needed.

Sensitive Position

Job Description

Virginia’s community colleges have a 50-year track record of educational excellence and innovation to serve the needs of our citizens and strengthen the Commonwealth’s economy. When Virginia’s General Assembly established the Virginia Community College System in 1966, the need for a comprehensive system was well known. Over the two decades after the end of World War II, leaders in government, business, professional sectors, and academia had called for a new approach to providing educational opportunity. A key concern was Virginia’s ability to develop a skilled and knowledgeable workforce to expand the state’s economy. Today our community colleges give every Virginian the opportunity to gain a quality education. With 23 colleges on 40 campuses located throughout the state, Virginia’s Community Colleges are committed to serving Virginia families, helping them acquire the knowledge and skills to seize the opportunities of today and tomorrow.

The Office of Institutional Advancement is responsible for generating resources and support from various constituencies to support the VCCS’s strategic plan, Accelerate Opportunity 2030, and the strategic plan for the Virginia Foundation for Community College Education. The mission of the VFCCE is to build student success and Virginia’s future by supporting its 23 community colleges. Supporting workforce development and building the talent pipeline are priorities for the VFCCE.

The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for building dynamic long-term philanthropic relationships to secure increasing support for institutional priorities. This position manages a personal portfolio of donors and serves as a key ambassador for the VFCCE, effectively representing its mission to a wide range of constituencies and stakeholders. The Major Gifts Officer will work tactically with VCCS leadership and constituent programs to successfully meet the foundation’s annual goals.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Knowledge:

Knowledge of current fundraising practices, especially as they pertain to complex higher education settings.

Skills:

Comfortable with donor database technology to track contacts with constituents.
Excellent oral, written, interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills.
Able to conduct face-to-face donor meetings and engage with prospects using grace, manners, and common sense.

Abilities:

Ability to be a persuasive advocate for VFCCE/VCCS priorities and present information clearly and compellingly in writing and in person.
Ability to work with various constituencies, including donors, funders, board of directors, and staff.
Sound judgment, tact, and ability to handle highly confidential information.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to handle multiple tasks under deadline pressures in a high-volume office.
Demonstrated grant and proposal writing ability at appropriate levels for varied proposal development.
Ability to initiate and build relationships with prospective corporate and foundation donors and maintain high poise and professionalism.
Willingness and ability to travel.

Competencies:

Personal Attributes: Strong commitment to ethics – maintains a strong commitment to organizational protocols while ensuring compliance with ethical fundraising principles.
Strong initiative and attention to detail. Self-motivated with a desire to adapt to changing environments. Enthusiastic, creative, and enterprising.

Personal Management: Proactive in evaluating and solving problems; effectively organizes work and projects to meet objectives and deadlines; encourages teamwork and cooperation.

Functional: Demonstrates a desire to stay current on industry practices and maintain continued growth and improvement of the position’s requirements; continuous emphasis on improving service and value.

Communication: Effective communicator creating and communicating clear information; anticipates needs of others; develops effective means to convey oral and written thoughts; effectively manages conflict; uses tact when dealing with uncooperative and sensitive individuals.

Analytical: Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to recognize opportunities, identify critical high-return activities, and prioritize them to attain goals, as well as the ability to translate academic priorities into development opportunities

Education Requirements:
Master’s Degree

Experience Required:
Extensive demonstrated success with fundraising – 5 years minimum experience.
Demonstrated experience in preparing and submitting proposals, letters of intent, budgets, and reports, meeting all donor/prospect deadlines.

Additional Considerations

Familiarity with donor management systems is preferred.
Ability to conceive, plan, and execute major gift programs, including annual giving and special projects/campaigns.
Proven track record of success managing complex portfolios, soliciting and securing new commitments, and building lasting relationships with donors.

Operation of a State Vehicle

Supervises Employees

Required Travel

Travel as required for donor management and building philanthropic relationships.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

FAC_1714P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

08/28/2025

Job Close Date

10/10/2025

Open Until Filled

Agency Website

Contact Name

Patsy Rose

Email

prose@vccs.edu

Phone Number

8048194938

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Information

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Similar jobs