New 
Major Gift Officer
 Amherst College | |
 United States, Connecticut, Bridgeport | |
 Nov 11, 2026 | |
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Major Gift Officer Amherst Campus Full Time JR7462 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Major Gift Officer position. The Major Gift Officer is a full-time, year-round position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $95,000 to $112,000 per year. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for Benefits Information. The Major Gift Officer (MGO) is a strategic front-line fundraiser who plays a vital role in advancing Amherst College's mission and philanthropic priorities. Responsible for managing a dynamic portfolio of major gift prospects-primarily alumni-the MGO works to cultivate meaningful philanthropic relationships, developing and executing individualized, data-informed donor strategies that align donor passions with institutional needs to inspire transformational commitments of six figures and above. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Development within the Development department, the MGO collaborates closely with colleagues across the Advancement division and the broader College community. The role builds relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, partnering with faculty, academic departments, senior administrators, program leaders, and alumni to align donor interests with institutional funding priorities, including scholarships, faculty support, academic innovation, and campus life. This role requires a high degree of emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and intellectual curiosity, coupled with a proven track record of securing major gifts through sophisticated relationship management. The MGO has a high degree of emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and intellectual curiosity, coupled with a proven track record of securing major gifts through sophisticated relationship management. Success in this position is defined by the ability to thrive in a metrics-driven, goal-oriented environment, persuasive verbal and written communication skills, collaborative cross-campus partnership, and the ability to articulate a compelling case for residential liberal arts education while traveling frequently to build trust-based donor relationships. Advancement staff are expected to promote a positive, solutions-focused workplace culture through professional and constructive engagement in meetings, collaborations, and daily interactions. Advancement work also includes "all-hands-on-deck" events that require occasional evening and weekend participation to support key College events, including-but not limited to-Reunion and Homecoming. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, though regular on-campus presence is required for all-staff meetings, key division events, relationship building, and institutional priorities. Summary of Responsibilities: Fundraising
Qualifications: Required
Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen.) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Amherst College is committed to an inclusive hiring process and will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates throughout the application and interview process upon request. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9962885"">https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Amherst_Jobs/job/Amherst-Campus/Major-Gift-Officer_JR7462 je-2a6d6d4dc94547008ff668bb911d4c3a | |