Director of Development

General Summary of Position

The Director of Development serves in a dynamic and highly visible fundraising role supporting the missions of MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital and MedStar Union Memorial Hospital. This relationship-driven development professional will help lead major gift fundraising efforts for two hospitals with deep community roots, compelling clinical priorities, and meaningful opportunities for philanthropic impact across patient care, medical research, and education.

MedStar Health is a great place to work and grow your career. We provide a supportive and inclusive work environment, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, generous PTO, tuition assistance, retirement plans, and many other benefits focused on your wellbeing.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in related field.

Experience

• 5-7 years experience in philanthropy ideally within a health system setting.
• One year of relevant professional-level work experience may be substituted for one year of required education.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven success soliciting, negotiating, and closing gifts.
• Experience with planned giving.
• Knowledge of donor databases and CRM software.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to engage and support senior leaders, staff, and volunteers in fundraising efforts.
• High level of professionalism, creativity, and integrity.
• Ability to build trust with a wide range of audiences and develop strong relationships with key stakeholders.

About MedStar Health

MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 33,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It’s how we treat people.