Associate Director, Gift Planning

04/25/2024

Yes

0040801

Associate Director, Gift Planning

Gift Planning

$77,800

$90,000

Not a Union Position

Not an SEIU Position

Exempt

Regular Full Time

12

40

Lebanon, NH
41 Centerra Parkway

Onsite only

No

No

Responsible for probate and estate settlement, for the undergraduate college and its professional schools. Manages the administration of life income plans, and engages with alumni, parents, friends, and Advancement colleagues to further relationship cultivation. Manages marketing, communications, engagement and stewardship strategies to support and raise awareness of planned gift vehicles.

Bachelors plus 3-5 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

* Bachelor’s degree with at least five years’ experience as a paralegal or in banking (trust department), deferred giving, fundraising or a related field
* Knowledge of estate planning, wills, trusts, IRA, gift annuities and beneficiary insurance policies and tax laws
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
* Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with appropriate discretion
* Strong organizational skills and ability to plan and schedule work, set priorities, and manage multiple projects and deadlines
* Ability to work independently and as part of the team; strong collaboration skills
* Good judgment and decision-making skills
* Expertise in operating database, spreadsheet, and Web-based software applications in a complex computer information system environment
* Strong accuracy and attention to detail

* Knowledge of PG Calc planned giving software

Lesa Knapp

603-646-1317

Lesa Knapp, Director of Advancement Business Operations

603-646-1317

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Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Not an essential function

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Responsible for probate and estate settlement trust administration in accordance with Dartmouth’s guidelines, fiduciary standards, trust agreements, wills, powers of attorney and all contracts. Communicates directly with attorneys, trustees, and advisors as well as with internal constituents in Finance, Legal Affairs, and Endowment Administration. Manages family expectations vs. governing document requirements. Acknowledges all estate planned gifts. Advises donors, volunteers and staff officers of the College and its professional schools of the various options and plans for planned giving. Prepares written materials about the intricacies of financial, legal, and tax-related aspects of charitable Gift Planning in order to engage donors. Supports other staff members working with donors on deferred and planned gifts such as trusts, charitable annuities, life insurance, wills, and bequests.

25

Manages the administration of the College’s life income plans by working closely with donors, beneficiaries, the Endowment Administration and Investment offices, and the program’s outside trust administrator. Develops an expertise in the management and administration of planned gifts. Manages/administers Dartmouth accounts with Kaspick & Company, including termination of trusts and gift annuity contracts, new gift information, and processing donor/beneficiary/advisor tax information. Acts as liaison and serves as an on-campus resource between Dartmouth and beneficiaries and among the offices of Endowment, Investments, General Counsel, and Kaspick & Company (Dartmouth’s current life income plan administrator).

25

Writes, edits, and proofreads gift proposals, solicitation and stewardship materials for donors, based on donors’ interests, resources and philanthropic priorities. Produces customized plan termination documents for estate executors and attorneys.

20

Acquires technical knowledge in tax, investment, and legal aspects of charitable giving and articulates clearly and effectively in discussions with prospective donors, their counsel, colleagues, and volunteers. Develops an expertise in the management and administration of planned gifts.

10

Researches, organizes, and prepares statistical data for donor/beneficiary reports and planned gift activity, monthly reports, special projects, etc.

10

Participates in long-range planning for the department and incorporates the needs of diverse populations in program planning.

10

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

Performs other duties as assigned.