Major Gift Officer

Major Gift Officer This is an exciting time at Presbyterian College. AsPresbyterian College approaches its sesquicentennial in 2030, the College is entering an exciting and transformational period of growth andmomentum. The institution is preparing to launch the silent phase of a comprehensive campaign that will culminate in a public campaigncelebration aligned with the College's 150th anniversary. To support this ambitious vision, the Advancement team is expanding with theaddition of a new Major Gift Officer position. This new role represents an extraordinary opportunity for relationship-centeredfundraising professionals to help shape the future of Presbyterian College while joining a collaborative, mission-driven advancement teamcommitted to innovation, stewardship, and meaningful donor engagement. At Presbyterian College, relationships matter. Our ethos isparamount with an emphasis on the liberal arts, and our direction as a church-related institution. Our advancement culture is collaborative,energetic, mission-focused, and deeply personal. We believe fundraising is about building authentic connections, telling meaningful stories,and helping people invest in lives transformed through a liberal arts education.

This is an opportunity to:

Join agrowing and energized Advancement team. Build meaningful relationships with alumni and supporters who care deeply aboutPC. Play an important role in a historic comprehensive campaign. Partner with passionate colleagues acrosscampus. Help shape the future of Presbyterian College. Candidates should bring strong communication and relationship-buildingskills, professional experience in fundraising, sales, higher education, nonprofit leadership, or related fields, and a genuine enthusiasmfor connecting people with purpose and impact. Experience in major gift fundraising, campaigns, or higher education is welcomed butnot required. If you are energized by working with people, inspired by mission-driven work, and excited to be part of a team buildingsomething meaningful together, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and three professional references to hr@presby.edu . Applications will bereviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, with priority given to those received by June 26. We invite you to review the jobdescription below for a full overview of the position. About Presbyterian College Founded in 1880, PresbyterianCollege is a nationally recognized liberal arts college grounded in the ideals of service, faith, leadership, and academic excellence.

Located in the historic town of Clinton, South Carolina, PC is a close-knit academic community where students are known personally,challenged intellectually, and prepared to lead lives of purpose and impact. PC is approximately 40 minutes from Greenville and Spartanburg,South Carolina and about one hour from Columbia, South Carolina. The region offers abundant opportunities for social and recreationalactivities, with easy access to Asheville and Charlotte, North Carolina, and Atlanta, Georgia. Presbyterian College is an equalopportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of campus life. They encourage applications from candidates of allbackgrounds who share their commitment to academic excellence, personal development, and service to others. The College providesequal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age,disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Position Description Department:

Advancement Reports To:

Assistant Vice President of Advancement Classification:

Full-Time, Exempt Location:

Clinton,South Carolina Position Summary Presbyterian College seeks a dynamic, energetic, and relationship-oriented Major GiftOfficer to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward philanthropic support from alumni, parents, friends, foundations, and communitypartners capable of making leadership-level gifts. The Major Gift Officer will manage a portfolio of prospective donors and play acentral role in advancing institutional priorities during a pivotal period in the College's history. Working closely with advancementcolleagues, academic and administrative leaders, volunteers, and the President, the Major Gift Officer will develop meaningful partnershipsthat inspire philanthropic investment in Presbyterian College's mission and strategic priorities. The successful candidate willthrive in a highly relational environment, demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, and bring a genuine appreciationfor the transformative impact of liberal arts education. The selected candidate will be mission-aligned with Presbyterian College's impactas a church-related, nationally ranked liberal arts institution; engaging as a member of the community and seeking to make a difference inthe lives of our students and the College. Essential Responsibilities Fundraising & Donor Engagement Manageand grow a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors capable of making gifts at the major gift levels. Develop and executeindividualized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies that deepen engagement and increase philanthropicsupport. Conduct substantive donor visits and virtual meetings with alumni, parents, and friends of the College. Prepare andpresent compelling proposals and gift opportunities aligned with institutional priorities. Collaborate with advancement leadership,the Vice President, faculty, and volunteer leaders on strategic donor engagement. Advance campaign priorities through intentionalprospect management and relationship development. Maintain timely and accurate donor records, contact reports, and strategy updatesin the College's CRM. Campaign Support Support the planning and execution of the College's comprehensive campaign leadinginto the sesquicentennial celebration in 2030. Assist with campaign prospect identification, pipeline development, and leadershipdonor strategies. Partner with advancement colleagues to ensure coordinated and donor-centered campaign communications andexperiences. Collaboration & Leadership Work collaboratively across the Advancement division, including alumni engagement,annual giving, stewardship, advancement services, and communications Serve as a positive ambassador for Presbyterian College both onand off campus. Participate in selected campus events, donor gatherings, and regional engagement activities. Contribute to aculture of teamwork, innovation, accountability, and mission-centered fundraising. Required Qualifications Bachelor'sdegree required. Commitment to the mission and values of Presbyterian college, as a national, church related, liberal artscollege Demonstrated success in fundraising, sales, business development, relationship management, higher education, nonprofitleadership, or a related field. Demonstrated success cultivating, soliciting, and closing gifts of $50,000 ormore. Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to build authentic relationships withdiverse constituencies. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently whilecontributing positively to a collaborative team environment. Willingness and ability to travel regularly, including some eveningsand weekends. Commitment to the mission and values of Presbyterian College. Preferred Qualifications Experienceparticipating in campaign fundraising initiatives. Experience in higher education or nonprofit advancementenvironments. Familiarity with moves management principles and donor database systems. Appreciation for the value of aliberal arts education and student-centered community. Knowledge of or affinity for Presbyterian College and its mission. Toapply, visit: https://www.presby.edu/about/offices-and-services/human-resources/employment/major-gift-officer/ jeid-79af65ea14314b328aa03d838313deae