Major Gifts Officer

Title: Major Gifts Officer

Report to: VP of Development & Communications

Status: Full-time, Regular

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Job Summary: Community Smiles Dental (CSD) is seeking a dedicated and relationship-focused Major Gifts Officer to grow our fundraising capacity and support an upcoming capital campaign. This position will work closely with the VP of Development & Communications to build meaningful relationships with individual and corporate donors to support both annual fundraising goals and a capital campaign to fund future organizational growth.

• Supports mission, vision and core values of Community Smiles Dental emphasizing a first-in-class donor experience through development work in the areas of donor portfolio and major gift management inclusive of corporate giving and new donor acquisition.
• Positively contributes to a highly inclusive culture where all team members can thrive and represent CSD's core values to the best of their abilities.
• Support the planning and execution of a capital campaign to fund CSD’s growth and expansion
• dentify, cultivate, and secure major gifts toward the campaign
• Work with leadership to build campaign messaging and engage donors at all levels
• Manage a portfolio of 100-125 donors, ensuring personalized engagement and relationship to the mission and organization
• Cultivate relationships with current and prospective donors, focusing on major gifts that align with CSD’s priorities
• Secure new major gifts to meet both annual and capital campaign goals
• Represent CSD at community events, donor meetings, and networking opportunities to build relationships and raise the organization’s profile

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, nonprofit management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in development, fundraising, or sales, with a focus on relationship management.
• Prior experience in cultivating relationships and securing financial commitments from donors and corporate partners.
• Prior experience in cross-functionality with various internal and external constituents.
• Prior experience in writing, presentation creation and delivery, and communication skills.