Major Gifts Manager jobs in La Crosse, WI

Major Gifts Manager manages and implements a philanthropic gift program to nurture and solicit relationships with corporate, institutional, and major donors. Develops a portfolio of existing and potential donors and a strategy to enhance and extend relationships to generate philanthropic revenue. Being a Major Gifts Manager organizes events and meetings with prospects to raise awareness of the organization's mission and highlight accomplishments and ongoing funding needs. Makes regular personal contact with key contributors to strengthen relations with the organization. Additionally, Major Gifts Manager oversees proposal preparation and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Major Gifts Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Major Gifts Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Manager | Development for Major & Planned Gifts
  • Gundersen Health System
  • La Crosse, WI FULL_TIME
  • Love medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you're looking for a job to love, apply today.

    Schedule Weekly Hours:

    40

    Are you a purpose-driven individual seeking an opportunity to make a difference in our thriving community? Consider joining our Philanthropy Leadership team! The Manager of Development for Major & Planned Gifts oversees a comprehensive and multi-faceted major and planned giving program for Gundersen Medical Foundation overseeing and directing a team of 3-5 major gift officers.

    What you will do:
    • Responsible for designing, coordinating, implementing and managing an effective major gift program ($10,000 )
    • Works closely with the Director of Development as well as the executive director of operations, foundation board chairman, and chair of the development committee
    • Maintain a personal portfolio of 100 donors and prospects and maintain and promote a personal, professional philosophy of community involvement by participation in professional and community activities

    In addition to this important work, we offer a competitive benefits package:

    • Benefits:In addition to medical and dental, we have pet insurance and a substantial contribution to retirement

    • Work/life balance:24/7 Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families, generous PTO and paid holidays

    • Health/Wellness:GunderZen Relaxation Room including massage chairs, corporate gym and yoga, local gym discounts

    • Professional Development:Tuition Invest Program totaling up to $3k per year, access to a catalog of hundreds of internal courses, corporate incubator, Career Development Center

    • DEI:12 months of Celebration to include monthly educational events, DEI Committee

    • Other:18% discount on data plan through Verizon, 20% discount at Gundersen locations for services not covered by insurance

    Requirements:

    • Bachelors degree in a related field

    • 3-4 years of fundraising development, experience in a professional capacity, preferably in a dynamic healthcare environment

    • Certified Fundraising Executive Certification desired

    • Ability to work on site daily in La Crosse, WI

    If you are looking to be a part of a stable and growing mission-driven organization, this may be the right opportunity for you!

    Job Description:

    The Manager of Philanthropy oversees a comprehensive and multi-faceted major and planned giving program for Gundersen Medical Foundation overseeing and directing a team of 3-5 major gift officers. Responsible for designing, coordinating, implementing and managing an effective major gift program ($10,000 ). The position reports directly to the Foundation's Director of Development (DOD) and works closely with the DOD as well as the executive director of operations, foundation board chairman, and chair of the development committee. The incumbent will maintain a personal portfolio of 100 donors and prospects and maintain and promote a personal, professional philosophy of community involvement by participation in professional and community activities. This position is an active member/leader of the overall development team.

    STRATEGIC RELEVANCE -- SUMMARY

    To advance its position as an innovator and leading health care system, Gundersen Health System (GHS) must continue to demonstrate superior outcomes, provide seamless delivery of care, and ensure competitive cost structures. It must also stay at the cutting edge of emerging technologies and new delivery models that will transform healthcare. The System must anticipate and respond effectively to evolving market and environmental trends, (e.g., shifts in payment models, value-based purchasing, transparency of outcomes and information technology) that will impact the delivery of health care services.

    The Manager is responsible for understanding the impact of these forces and trends and for managing the effective response from their AOR (area-of-responsibility). The Manager collaborates with others to achieve GHS' strategic mission and goals: 1) demonstrate superior quality and safety through the eyes of patients and caregivers; 2) demonstrate superior service through the eyes of patients and colleagues; 3) attract, develop and retain a talented and engaged workforce; 4) demonstrate affordability of care; and 5) achieve programmatic growth. The Manager translates System strategy into staff commitment, action, and accomplishment in their AOR.

    POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    The Manager is specifically responsible for:

    1.0 Organizational Strategy and Implementation -- Understanding market trends and the impact on their AOR, contributing to AOR strategic and operational plans, translating these plans, and ensuring the understanding, alignment and commitment of AOR staff.

    2.0 Fiscal Management -- Effectively using established processes to ensure accountability for effective operations and resource management.

    3.0 Human Resource Management -- Effectively using established processes to: select, align, engage, develop, manage, and retain a team of highly skilled staff.

    4.0 Excellence in Service and Clinical Quality -- Achieving seamless delivery of quality patient care and safety, excellence in patient experience and customer service.

    5.0 Organizational Leadership -- Providing leadership and accomplishing objectives by ensuring the integration of processes and initiatives while modeling collaboration.

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

    Organizational Strategy and Implementation

    1.1 Collaborates with Division/Team leadership to understand external market financial, economic, and industry data, identifying market opportunities and threats.

    1.2 Provides leadership and actively contributes to the design and implementation of clinically and fiscally responsive program goals and objectives for their AOR.

    1.3 Formulates recommendations for AOR continuous improvement taking into account market demands, regulatory standards, and changes in clinical practice.

    1.4 Establishes clear performance standards for their AOR, and monitors established management systems to ensure that cost effectiveness and continuous quality improvement forms the basis for all activities.

    1.5 Collaborates with management to ensure that resources are prioritized and in place (i.e., staff, facilities, equipment, supplies, technology, data, and processes, etc.) and properly utilized to achieve AOR objectives through the most effective and efficient operations.

    1.6 Contributes to the development of and implementation of processes to collect relevant clinical and financial indicator data which serves as a reliable proxy for clinical effectiveness, cost, and quality.

    1.7 In conjunction with AOR leadership, designs and implements improvement of AOR key processes, leading to elimination of variability in cost and quality.

    Fiscal Management

    2.1 Manages AOR to meet fiscal targets, ensuring the delivery of cost-effective, quality services.

    2.2 Participates in financial forecasting and planning along with other members of the AOR management team.

    2.3 Develops and presents comprehensive analysis for financial and programmatic recommendations for AOR management.

    2.4 Communicates the rationale for financial decisions ensuring a high level of understanding among staff and clinicians.

    2.5 Evaluates AOR for potential cost-effective change and manages the implementation of approved changes.

    2.6 Ensures staff compliance, and monitors physician compliance, as appropriate, with financial decisions.

    Human Resources Management

    3.1 Provides vision and leadership to staff in a collaborative environment that offers job satisfaction, performance recognition, and stimulates innovative thinking to accomplish objectives.

    3.2 Ensures that AOR management, staff and clinicians understand their roles in accomplishing GHS, Team/Division, and AOR strategic objectives. Establishes expectations for high level of performance and holds individuals accountable for achieving them.

    3.3 In collaboration with other AOR leadership and the Human Resources Department, ensures the efficacy of systems/processes to recruit, retain, and develop a high-performance team that meets patient, regulatory, and fiscal requirements for their AOR.

    3.4 In conjunction with Team/Division leadership, ensures staff productivity by maximizing staffing efficiency and workflow patterns as well as monitoring and controlling turnover.

    3.5 Implements and actively supports the integration of change and conflict management.

    3.6 Creates a climate that ensures respect, teamwork, open communication, and professional recognition among a diverse workforce.

    Excellence in Service and Clinical Quality

    4.1 Ensures the implementation of service, quality and safety standards consistent with System policy for patient experience and internal and external customers in collaboration with AOR leadership.

    4.2 Identifies and analyzes trends across services in customer satisfaction and patient experience, clinical quality outcomes, patient safety and cost using data systematically to develop solutions and guide change in AOR practices.

    4.3 Models and ensures that AOR staff effectively uphold a customer service orientation to meet legitimate needs of patients and internal and external customers.

    4.4 Ensures that confidentiality of patient, staff, and appropriate management data is maintained, and delivers immediate and certain consequences when confidentiality is compromised.

    5.0 Organizational Leadership

    5.1 Promotes the organization to all constituencies by interpreting and communicating GHS' mission and values, acting as a loyal, supportive, and informed spokesperson for AOR, Team/Division and the System.

    5.2 Collaborates with other internal professionals to identify, reduce, and eliminate barriers within the system which may negatively impact cost and quality of services.

    5.3 In the spirit of collaboration, promotes the visibility of AOR leadership throughout the organization.

    5.4 Takes responsibility for providing a positive learning environment for students, interns, and residents working within their AOR, collaborating with academic programs, while ensuring patient safety.

    5.5 Takes responsibility for identifying areas for self-development and actively seeks opportunities and resources to meet developmental objectives.

    KEY INTERFACES

    The Manager interacts primarily with the following external interfaces:

    • Patients
    • Families

    The Manager interacts secondarily with the following external interfaces:

    • Payers* scope dependent
    • Vendors/Suppliers* scope dependent
    • Educational and Regulatory Organizations
    • Charitable Organizations
    • General Public
    • Non-GHS clinicians, hospitals, and facilities

    The Manager interacts primarily with the following internal interfaces:

    • AOR staff
    • Other Team and Functional Managers
    • Directors
    • Clinicians

    The Manager interacts secondarily with the following internal interfaces:

    • Other Functional Directors and Managers
    • Other System Staff

    DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY & RESPONSIBILITY

    The Manager has the authority to formulate and execute AOR vision, objectives, and strategies consistent with the System's mission, vision and goals. This person determines which resources are needed and facilitates the acquisition of additional resources where indicated.

    The Manager has the responsibility to advocate change in AOR processes and systems to ensure optimal, cost effective health care delivery. This individual facilitates the resolution of clinical, staff, and policy issues within agreed upon organizational, financial and regulatory limits. The Manager oversees the enforcement of policy, as well as makes recommendations for changes to AOR staff and leadership. The Manager coaches, monitors, and documents staff performance, makes recommendations for compensation strategy and promotion, and supports the physician recruitment process for their AOR.

    The Manager represents Gundersen Health System and their AOR within the System and in the external community.

    Complies with all Ethical Standards as written by The Association of Fundraising Professionals Code of Ethics.

    Education and Learning:

    REQUIRED

    Bachelor's degree in a related field

    DESIRED

    Bachelor's degree in a related field and Certified Fundraising Executive Certification

    Work Experience:

    REQUIRED

    3-4 years of fundraising development, experience in a professional capacity, preferably in a dynamic healthcare environment.

    DESIRED

    1 year of experience in all areas of development; annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, special events, development planning and communications preferred. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, physicians, board members, volunteers and a variety of donors and potential donors.

    Age Specific Population Served:

    Nonage Specific (N/A)

    OSHA Category:

    Category III - No employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials.

    Environmental Conditions:

    Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (as in typical office or administrative work).

    Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position:

    Sitting Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)

    Static Standing Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)

    Walking/Standing Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)

    Driving Rarely (1-5% or .5 hours)

    Repetitive Actions - Fine Manipulation Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)

    If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact or call 608-775-0267

    Equal Opportunity Employer


    EEO/AA/Veterans/Disabilities

     

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Major Gifts Specialist
  • Gundersen Health System
  • La Crosse, WI FULL_TIME
  • Love medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you're looking for a job to love, apply today.Schedule Weekly Hours:40Cultivate Generosity, Impact Lives: Gundersen ...
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Store Manager
  • Spencer's gifts
  • Eau Claire, WI FULL_TIME
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Development (Major Gift) Officer
  • University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
  • La Crosse, WI FULL_TIME
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Manager Trainee/Assistant Manager
  • Lebakkens Rent-to-Own
  • La Crosse, WI FULL_TIME
  • Join Wisconsin's Rent to Own leader! With 10 locations across the state, we satisfy needs with quality and service. We do this by perfecting an exceptional work environment and staff. The primary focu...
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Manager Trainee/Assistant Manager
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  • Tomah, WI FULL_TIME
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La Crosse is located on the western border of the midsection of Wisconsin, on a broad alluvial plain along the east side of the Mississippi River. The Black River empties into the Mississippi north of the city, and the La Crosse River flows into the Mississippi just north of the downtown area. Just upriver from its mouth, this river broadens into a marshland that splits the city into two distinct sections, north and south. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 22.54 square miles (58.38 km2), of which, 20.52 square miles (53.15 km2) is land and 2.02 square m...
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Income Estimation for Major Gifts Manager jobs
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