Development Assistant Director

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

This position has a portfolio of Colorado and Arizona. This is a hybrid position required to work on a Mayo Clinic campus or travel within the assigned territory up to 30-50% as business needs dictate. Must be located either in the assigned territory or within driving distance of the Mayo Clinic campus in Scottsdale, AZ

This position will develop and implement fundraising strategies and activities to carry forward the mission and vision of Mayo Clinic. The Development Assistant Director will qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward major gifts prospects to align benefactor interests with the strategic priorities of the institution. The Development Assistant Director will manage a portfolio of approximately 140 prospects with a primary focus on qualifying prospects and closing gifts of $100,000 to $1,000,000. For gift strategies of $1,000,000 or more, will partner with the appropriate Regional Manager (Director//Vice Chair) to develop and implement strategies. Development professionals at Mayo Clinic are required to adhere to the "Donor Bill of Rights" and ethical standards set forth for the department and the institution.

Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree is required. A Master's degree and/or fundraising certification is preferred. Requires three years' experience in identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of benefactors with a demonstrated track record of success or equivalent experience in comparable position(s).

Incumbent must be a self-motivated, self-directed and highly organized individual who will promote a productive, collegial workplace and be a professional ambassador for Mayo Clinic. Belief in the mission and strong ethical conduct is essential. This position requires the flexibility to work weekends and evenings when necessary. A valid driver's license and a good driving record are required, as is the ability to travel extensively on all forms of major public transportation.

Requires excellent oral and written communications skills, a broad-based knowledge of fund development and the ability to work in a complex environment with multi-dimensional points of view. The incumbent must be able to work effectively in a consensus-style operation that expects and promotes teamwork. Must be comfortable with ambiguity. Must possess the ability to inspire trust and confidence and communicate effectively with internal and external audiences. The ability to work independently, manage multiple projects and maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality is essential. Must be proficient in the use of information technology and management of database systems.

The employee must live within a reasonable driving distance to the Phoenix or Scottsdale campus.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$91,000 - $127,400 / year

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday-Friday normal business hours, evening and weekends as needed for business needs. This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Weekend Schedule

As Needed

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Julie Melton