Development Assistant Director

Mayo Clinic is top‑ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. We work together to put the needs of the patient first and 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. With continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

• 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.

This position has a portfolio of Colorado and Arizona. It 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. The incumbent 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, the incumbent 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.

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

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 are essential. The position requires flexibility to work weekends and evenings when necessary. A valid driver's license, a good driving record, and the ability to travel extensively are required.

Requires excellent oral and written communication 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 work effectively in a consensus‑style operation that expects and promotes teamwork, feel comfortable with ambiguity, 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.

Note:

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