Job Description :

Directly responsible for developing long-term relationship with foundations, families, corporations and individuals to result in charitable gifts and grants to support the mission of Methodist Health System. Support the efforts of the Development team with their ongoing activities and fundraising priorities.

Job Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university
• At least 5-7 years of experience in development or related field
• Must have a track record of success soliciting major gifts, leading multimillion dollar capital campaigns, directing special events, and securing philanthropic contributions from individuals, corporations, and foundations
• Exhibits excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with board members, donors, administrators, physicians, and staff
• Strong relationships within the philanthropic community of the DFW Metroplex
• Polished and self-confident leader with insight, maturity, and compassion
• Provides leadership and guidance to other leaders and staff in goal-setting, problem-solving, resource management, and outcome achievement
• Organizes and utilizes time efficiently to complete assignments
• Experience with fundraising special events
• Collaborative team player
• Growth mindset

Job Responsibilities:

• Major Gifts Officer
• Secure philanthropic support from donors and potential donors

• Manage selected fundraising programs (i.e. Grateful Patient, Legacy Giving, Annual Giving, Capital Campaigns, Major Gifts)
• Provide leadership and support for assigned regional hospital community campaigns and other fundraising efforts in emerging markets
• Engage and expand upon relationships within an assigned portfolio of donors
• Work towards achieving individual and shared foundation goals
• Other duties as assigned

Methodist Health System is a faith-based organization with a mission to improve and save lives through compassionate, quality healthcare. For nearly a century, Dallas-based Methodist Health System has been a trusted choice for health and wellness. Named one of the fastest-growing health systems in America by Modern Healthcare, Methodist has a network of 12 hospitals (through ownership and affiliation) with nationally recognized medical services, such as a Level I Trauma Center, multi-organ transplantation, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care, neurosurgery, robotic surgical programs, oncology, gastroenterology, and orthopedics, among others. Methodist has more than two dozen clinics located throughout the region, renowned teaching programs, innovative research, and a strong commitment to the community. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

• Magnet® designations for Methodist Dallas, Methodist Charlton, Methodist Mansfield, and Methodist Richardson Medical Centers
• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review, 2023
• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023

Follow link to apply: https://methodisthealthsystem.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/MHS_Careers/job/Director-Development-MHSF_JR1000020471