Major Gifts Officer

Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Pomona College in the search for a Major Gifts Officer.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Development, the Major Gifts Officer will develop and implement comprehensive, individualized development programs for major gift prospects to secure gifts of $100,000 or more. Through identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of gifts to the institution, the Major Gifts Officer will build and manage a portfolio of alumni, and friends of Pomona College within a geographic territory. They will support new ideas, encourage interaction and teamwork, and be fully integrated in preparation for a comprehensive capital campaign for the College.

Located near Los Angeles, California, Pomona College is one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges. Established in 1887, Pomona College is known for small classes, a challenging curriculum, close relationships between students and faculty, and a range of student research and leadership opportunities. Pomona College is a close-knit and diverse community of accomplished scholars, scientists, entrepreneurs, and artists who are passionate about making a difference in the world. Pomona students work closely with their professors in the classroom, in the lab, and in the field, and its locationwithin an hour of Los Angeles and the mountains, desert, and beachesprovides countless opportunities for field study, research, and internships. Pomona holds a unique role in creating opportunity in American higher education and is committed to enrolling the best students regardless of financial circumstances. To that end, Pomona College is one of a small group of colleges committed to meeting the full demonstrated financial need of all students who enroll. As a founding member of The Claremont Colleges, a unique consortium of seven colleges and graduate schools, Pomona offers both the advantages of a small liberal arts college and the resources of a large university.

Since 2020, Pomona's advancement team has grown and transformed as it prepares for the college's next comprehensive campaign, anticipated to be the most ambitious and impactful fundraising campaign in the College's history. For the second consecutive fiscal year, the Pomona College community has come together to support students and faculty at unprecedented levels far surpassing all fundraising benchmarks in the institution's history. More than 7,900 alumni, family members, and friends gave a record $82.8 million in gifts and pledges this past fiscal year, signaling their steadfast commitment to elevating Pomona's transformative residential liberal arts education. This exceptional level of philanthropic support is generating strong momentum to advance the priorities outlined in the College's bold Strategic Vision.

A bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least five years of experience, preferably within an academic institution, is required for this position. Pomona College will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to Pomona College, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and rsum. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of Pomona College and the responsibilities and qualifications specified in the position prospectus.

The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000 annually.

Pomona College is committed to the inclusion of all qualified candidates. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Kim Farr atkimfarr@aspenleadershipgroup.com.

To apply for this position, visit: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/5406.

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