Director of Development

Director Of Development (Major Gift Officer)

Ascension Seton Foundation is seeking a Director of Development (Major Gift Officer) to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors. This is a full-time position focused on securing gifts of $25,000$250,000 and beyond in support of Ascension Seton's mission.

The Director of Development will manage a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects, with responsibility for achieving annual fundraising goals and building long-term relationships that result in sustained giving of $750,000$1 million annually within 23 years. The role emphasizes collaboration with clinical leaders, hospital executives, and volunteers to align donor interests with strategic funding priorities across Ascension Seton.

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.

Participate in fundraising campaigns, grant administration, major gift and / or charitable development programs.

• Assist with fundraising campaigns including budgets and timelines. Coordinate the creative process, file selection, production and mailing, and the acknowledgement process.
• Support strategy to train staff on marketing campaigns, soliciting donors, and defining levels of giving and benefits. Create printed materials and update databases and websites with campaign program information.
• Implement donor relations / recognition activities. Develop donor confidence and relationships through effective gift solicitation, processing and acknowledgement.
• Support the development and implementation of tracking strategies for solicitation efforts and perform analysis of data for results.

Education :

35 years of progressive experience in major gift fundraising ($25,000+) Experience in healthcare or complex non-profit environment strongly preferred. Demonstrated success managing a donor portfolio and securing five- and six-figure gifts. Strong relationship-building, communication, and presentation skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams and with clinical partners. Self-motivated and goal-driven with high ethical standards, professionalism, and discretion. Creative and adaptable with strong problem-solving skills.

Service line fundraising experience is a plus.

Ascension Seton, based in Austin, Texas, has provided thousands of associates and caregivers a rewarding career in healthcare since 1902. Ascension Seton operates more than 100 clinical locations in Central Texas and four teaching hospitals, including Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas and Dell Children's Medical Center. Join us and create a career path you will love.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex / gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.