Recognition Director

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

Responsibilities

The Recognition Director will develop and implement strategies for recognition to carry forward the mission and vision of Mayo Clinic. This position will work collaboratively across the enterprise and manage activities of multiple initiatives with a focus on Rochester-based projects. Leads problem-solving and decision-making activities and will pursue innovative ideas and recommend best practices to improve products.

This position manages recognition for benefactors giving from $100,000 to more than $10 million. Manages process for creation and installation of recognition displays for all membership-level benefactors. Initiates recognition plans for large gifts and collaborates to deliver proposals for benefactor approval and implementation. Serves as a knowledge expert and liaison to interdisciplinary work teams, with the ability to communicate difficult concepts and collaborate to reach an agreeable solution. Facilitates the identification and creation of naming opportunities, particularly related to full-scale building projects.

Leads the creation of custom gift items and coordinates distribution of ready-made gift items. Represents recognition in transformational gift planning. Manages video-related projects and digital recognition content. s Collaborates with external vendors. Promotes an enterprise and development perspective through service on committees and interdepartmental work groups.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree required. Five to seven years of experience in donor relations, communications, events or marketing required. Experience in Development and an understanding of the philanthropic process is preferred.

Masters degree preferred. Must be capable of working collaboratively in a complex organization. The incumbent must be able to work effectively in a consensus-style operation that expects and promotes teamwork. Must have demonstrated competencies in leadership and project management. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be comfortable with ambiguity and managing strong opinions. Able to develop strategies for recognition pieces, publications and reports. The incumbent must have strong analytical abilities to continuously improve program outcomes. Must be able to represent Mayo professionally in working with six-figure and greater gift prospects and benefactors and maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$88,774 – $124,300 / year

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday – Friday Business Hours

This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position.

Weekend Schedule

Not Applicable

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

Recruiter

Julie Melton

Equal opportunity

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.