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Position Information

Posting Number 20113155

Position Title Major Gifts Officer

FTE 1.0

Position Type Staff

Department University Advancement Dept

Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

About This Role:

The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for identifying, cultivating and soliciting alumni and friends of the University for significant gifts to fund institutional priorities. The position interacts with internal and external constituencies at the highest levels, including executive staff at the university and significant donors and prospective donors in the community.

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities:

+ Responsible for building and managing an assigned portfolio of donors and prospective donors. This includes participating in the identification of prospective donors, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship activities. It includes recommending and implanting cultivation and solicitation strategies of individual prospects, work with administration and faculty where appropriate. Some amount of travel is required.

+ Facilitate Development Activities and Donor Engagement by representing the advancement division by supporting internal stakeholders and navigating development processes, cultivating donor relationships, and participating in university events to enhance outreach and engagement.

+ Strategic Proposal and Gift Management with the ability to leverage knowledge of tax laws and planning giving to draft proposals, manage gift publicity, and support solicitation efforts aligned with university advancement goals.

+ Attend and participate at university events, both on and off campus to enhance the friend raising efforts of the University. Other duties as assigned.

Key Competencies: (KSAs – Knowledge Skills and Abilities):

+ Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills and can interact positively and professionally with both the community at large and the internal campus community. Experience working with community and business leaders in business and social settings.

+ Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal, relationship building skills. Must possess the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects to a successful completion.

+ Applicants should have the ability to work in a team environment where priorities may conflict, and consensus building is critical. Applicants should be comfortable working in and advocating for a community of individuals.

+ Knowledge of higher education best practices, current tax laws, marketing strategies, and funding opportunities.

Physical Requirements: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.

Job Conditions: Periodic evening and weekend work.

Who We Are:

Home to more than 17,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance.

Lamar University is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work, and become a part of our community.

Benefits:

+ Health, dental & vision insurance

+ Life insurance

+ State of Texas Retirement plans

+ Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.

+ Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Benefits – Lamar University (https://www.lamar.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/hr-services/benefits/index.html)

Minimum Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree.

+ Five years of substantial, progressively responsible, successful principal and major gifts fundraising experience.

EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience as a successful development officer for an educational institution.

Security Sensitive Statement

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Salary $65,788 - $85,524

Work Hours

Application Information

Posting Date 07/29/2025

Close Date 10/31/2025

Open Until Filled No

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