Director of Development

The Director of Development will work collaboratively with development colleagues and stakeholders to support the advancement of Temple Health's mission of excellence in education, research, and patient care, with an emphasis on raising funds for education.

What You Will Do

The DOD will identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward prospects with the ability to make gifts of $50,000 or more, and work with development colleagues to support the advancement of Temple Health's mission.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position offers an exceptional opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients and students, and to have an impact on the advancement of Temple Health's mission.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• at least six (6) years of fundraising experience in a clinical/healthcare or higher-ed setting
• knowledge of and experience with both the art and science of major gift fundraising
• demonstrated ability to raise and close major gifts (including current use, endowed, and estate gifts)
• proven ability to engage and interact effectively with diverse constituents and serve as a charismatic ambassador
• excellent written and verbal communication skills
• demonstrated interpersonal skills and success with developing and sustaining relationships with key constituents
• proven ability to take initiative and work both independently and collaboratively, as appropriate
• conversational knowledge of basic planned/estate gift vehicles and concepts
• commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• attention to detail and ability to balance multiple priorities in a complex, fast-paced environment
• commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored
• strong work ethic and determination to achieve goals
• capability with Microsoft 365, as well as Banner, FPM (Blackbaud), or similar CRM/fundraising databases
• ability to travel and work evening/weekend hours, as needed

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
• A generous retirement plan
• Salary Grade: T28
• Pay Range: $70,100-$103,085 (annually)