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Annual Gift Officer

Monument Health
flexible benefit account, paid time off, tuition assistance
United States, South Dakota, Rapid City
677 Cathedral Drive (Show on map)
Jan 21, 2026
Current Employees: If you are a current employee, please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account and clicking the "Career"icon on your homepage. Primary Location Rapid City, SD USA Department RCH Foundation Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Starting Pay Rate Range $65,686.40 - $82,097.60 (Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.) Job Summary The Annual Gift Officer is responsible for leading and executing the Annual Giving Program, focusing on donor acquisition, retention, and stewardship. This role oversees a wide range of activities, including direct mail and email solicitations, employee giving initiatives, event management, and mid-level donor development. The officer collaborates across departments to ensure the successful implementation of the Foundation's fundraising strategies and plays a key role in fostering a culture of philanthropy through data-driven decision-making, donor engagement, and integration of innovative fundraising technologies. Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include: Supportive work culture Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account Instant pay is available for qualifying positions Paid Time Off Accrual Bank Opportunities for growth and advancement Tuition assistance/reimbursement Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions Flexible scheduling Job Description* Essential Functions: Lead the development and execution ofdirect-responsegiving strategies, including direct mail and email solicitations, in collaboration with the marketing team. Lead the annual planning process for direct mail and email campaigns to ensure high engagement and donor participation. Serve as the Foundationleadforannual fundraising events and donor engagement activities, includingFoundation Special Events,Giving Tuesday, holiday engagement strategies, and donor recognition events. Coordinate third-partyand clinicaldepartmentsfundraising events, including overseeing applications, liaising with event organizers, and ensuring compliance with hospital guidelines and Foundation policies. Provide critical support for all fundraising events, from planning to post-event follow-up, including volunteer and donor stewardship. Develop and execute the strategy for the Annual Employee Giving Campaign(We CarePayroll DeductProgram & GeneralEmployeeGiving), ensuring strong participation and year-round engagement with hospital staff. Coordinate targeted outreach events for employees to raise awareness and encourage involvement in the Foundation's initiatives. Manage stewardship efforts to recognize employee donors, including impact reporting and communication of campaign progress. Identifyand develop strategies for engaging mid-level donors, ensuring they are recognized and nurtured for increased giving. Manage personal cultivation and stewardship of donors within the mid-level donor portfolio, coordinating engagement opportunities to grow long-term giving. Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to produce content, schedule communications, and assess campaign performance. Monitor and manage donor acquisition and renewal efforts to ensure consistent growth and retention. Assistin the creation of case statements, donor stewardship materials, and fundraising content to support annual campaigns. Implement stewardship strategies for annual campaigns, including thank-you notes, recognition events, and donor acknowledgment communications. Collaborate with leadership on capital, micro, and special campaigns as they relate to direct-response and annual giving. Monitor donor retention rates and collaborate with the Foundation team to develop strategies for donor engagement and satisfaction. Ensure that gift acknowledgment practices meet or exceed industry standards for best-in-class stewardship. Use data analytics to assess the effectiveness of annual giving campaigns andidentifyopportunities for improvement. Leverage technology platforms to streamline fundraising processes, integrate donor data, and innovate within the fundraising landscape. Work closely with other Foundation staff, including theDevelopment Officers,CMN Program Officer, and Marketing Team, to ensure alignment of fundraising strategies and donor engagement activities. All other duties as assigned. Additional Requirements Required: Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Preferred: Education - Bachelors degree in related field Experience - 3+ years of Fundraising Experience Certification - Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) - Accredited University or accredited training professionals Physical Requirements: Sedentary work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Job Category Business Administration Job Family Development Shift Employee Type Regular 10 Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, Inc. Make a difference. Every day. MonumentHealthis an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.