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Iowa Youth Services

Major Gift Officer (56138)

Ames, IA · On-site

$29 - $35/hr

... Development, Associate Director, or Director of Development. What You'll Do * Build & Hunt ... gift fundraising. * A "Hunter" mindset with dynamic, high-energy relationship skills-you love ...

YSS

Major Gift Officer (56138)

Ames, IA · On-site

$29 - $35/hr

... Development, Associate Director, or Director of Development. What You'll Do * Build & Hunt ... gift fundraising. * A "Hunter" mindset with dynamic, high-energy relationship skills--you love ...

GNC

Sales Associate - PT

Dubuque, IA · On-site

$12 - $12.50/hr

There is no greater gift than good health and no greater satisfaction than helping others to ... As a Sales Associate, you have a passion for discovering customers' needs and goals and creates a ...

GNC

Sales Associate - PT

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$12 - $13/hr

There is no greater gift than good health and no greater satisfaction than helping others to ... As a Sales Associate, you have a passion for discovering customers' needs and goals and creates a ...

GNC

Part Time Sales Associate - Bonus Eligible

Dubuque, IA · On-site

$12 - $12.50/hr

There is no greater gift than good health and no greater satisfaction than helping others to ... As a Sales Associate, you have a passion for discovering customers' needs and goals and creates a ...

JCPenney

Specialty Associate - Kennedy Mall

Dubuque, IA · On-site

$14.25 - $16.25/hr

As a Specialty Associate you will contribute to profitable sales growth by combining in-depth ... Promotes FindMore, assists with credit, reward, and gift card programs and engages customers to ...

General Nutrition Centers

Sales Associate - PT

Clinton, IA · On-site

$13.25 - $18/hr

We believe that good health is the greatest gift, and there's nothing more rewarding than helping ... As a Sales Associate, you have a passion for discovering customers' needs and goals and creates a ...

General Nutrition Centers

Sales Associate - PT

Coralville, IA · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

We believe that good health is the greatest gift, and there's nothing more rewarding than helping ... As a Sales Associate, you have a passion for discovering customers' needs and goals and creates a ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a gift associate?

To excel as a Gift Associate, you need strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management software, and basic merchandising practices is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal communication, creativity, and problem-solving abilities help you deliver memorable experiences to customers. These skills are essential for ensuring customer satisfaction, efficient operations, and driving repeat business in a retail or hospitality environment.

What is a gift associate job description?

A gift associate is responsible for assisting customers with selecting, wrapping, and organizing gifts, often working in retail or specialty stores. They may handle inventory management, provide customer service, and use point-of-sale systems. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are important for this role.

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Gift Associates often experience increased pressure during peak seasons such as holidays, when order volumes and customer inquiries surge. Managing time efficiently, staying organized, and maintaining a positive attitude are crucial in these periods. Effective communication with team members and proactive problem-solving help ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction. Embracing flexibility and staying attentive to details also enable Gift Associates to handle high demand with professionalism.
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Major Gift Officer (56138)

Iowa Youth Services

Ames, IA • On-site

$29 - $35/hr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

At YSS, every gift saves lives, restores hope, and creates limitless opportunities for youth who need it most. We aren't looking for a traditional fundraiser-we are looking for a high-energy, competitive Major Gift Officer (MGO) who wants their drive to mean something truly profound. If you love the high-stakes thrill of closing major deals, but want your success to be measured in transformed young lives rather than corporate profits, this is your arena.
As a frontline revenue producer on our Community Engagement Team, you'll serve as the primary "Account Executive" for our mission. You'll manage a high-capacity portfolio of individual and corporate donors, leveraging your consultative sales skills to pitch bold ideas, secure major 5- and 6-figure commitments, and turn donor passions into life-changing reality. Depending on your proven closing record and leadership background, you may join us as an Assistant Director of Development, Associate Director, or Director of Development.
What You'll Do
  • Build & Hunt: Proactively identify, qualify, and cultivate high-net-worth individual and corporate prospects, keeping a high-velocity sales pipeline moving.
  • Pitch Hope & Opportunity: Translate YSS's critical youth programs into compelling, high-impact investment presentations that inspire immediate action.
  • Master the "Ask": Lead sophisticated face-to-face solicitations for major gifts, multi-year pledges, and planned giving-confidently closing 5- and 6-figure commitments.
  • Drive Pipeline Growth: Use Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT to track your pipeline, execute a disciplined "moves-management" strategy, and smash your annual revenue targets.
  • Partner for Impact: Collaborate directly with YSS leadership and community center directors to turn urgent programmatic needs into attractive, fundable opportunities.
  • Roll Out the Red Carpet: Design high-touch donor experiences and personalized stewardship that leave our supporters blown away by the impact of their investment.
  • Hit the Road: Travel locally and regionally to meet community leaders, deliver pitches, and expand the YSS footprint across Central Iowa.

We exist to create a world where youth are valued and empowered to stand strong. To fuel this high-octane mission, we ask our team to embrace YSS core values with passion-Commitment, Collaboration, Compassion, Innovation, Integrity, and an unstoppable "Can Do" Spirit.
What You Bring
  • 4+ years of deal-closing experience with a proven track record of hitting aggressive targets in high-ticket sales, business development, financial services, or major gift fundraising.
  • A "Hunter" mindset with dynamic, high-energy relationship skills-you love meeting new people, reading the room, and turning "no" into "how can we make this work?"
  • Unshakeable emotional intelligence, commanding presentation skills, and an authentic passion for saving lives and uplifting youth.
  • Tech fluency with CRM databases (preferably Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT, Salesforce, or similar) to manage portfolio health, log activity, and forecast performance.
  • Strategic grit and self-motivation, with the ability to run your portfolio like your own business while thriving in a team environment.

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