Director of Major, Planned and Estate Giving

Job DetailsJob Location: Milledgeville - Milledgeville, GA 31061Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeTravel Percentage: Up to 50% Job Category: Admin - ClericalThe Director of Major, Planned, and Estate Giving serves as the institution's frontline gift officer, responsible for developing and implementing a coordinated program of fundraising activities focused on major, planned and estate gifts. The position identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards a portfolio of up to 200 prospects, with average annual fundraising accountability of $1 million and gifts typically ranging from $25,000 to $1 million. This role works closely with donors, prospective donors, alumni, parents, corporate and foundation representatives, staff, and volunteers to build meaningful relationships and advance the institution's fundraising priorities.  Primary Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive major gifts program. Lead efforts to strengthen and reinvigorate the Legacy Society. Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward major gifts prospects and donors. Build and maintain relationships with regional foundations to expand philanthropic support. Provide fundraising guidance and training to campus leadership and collaborate with the leadership team to align donor interest with institutional priorities. Travel throughout the state and country to meet with major donors and donor prospects.  Support volunteer boards in advancing stewardship, cultivation, and solicitation initiatives. Represent Georgia Military College at institutional and community events, including speaking engagements, and effectively communicate the mission, vision and impact of the institution.  Other duties as assigned This position operates in hybrid work environment, with combination of on-campus responsibilities, travel, and remote work as appropriate to support donor engagement and institutional advancement activities.    *Criminal background check, credit report and drug screen must be cleared before any candidate may begin working. Georgia Military College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. QualificationsMinimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree 2-3 years of experience in planned giving, development and or a related field Excellent writing, public speaking, and expository skills Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree 3-5 years of experience in planned giving, development and/or related field