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Senior Development Officer Fulltime Why STARS At STARS, we come to work every day with a purposeto save lives. Whether you work in the aircraft or at one of our six bases, everyone at STARS plays a vital role in helping to provide critical care, anywhere. Since flying our first mission in 1985, we have never lost sight of what is most important our VIPS, or Very Important Patients. Each year, we fly over 3,000 missions, providing worldclass critical medical care whenever and wherever we are needed, and every team member contributes to helping that VIP. We are a lifeline to the community when time and clinical expertise can make all the difference. We are currently looking for a Senior Development Officer at our Edmonton base in the Foundation department. It takes a team to make a difference in peoples lives. When it comes to STARS lifesaving mission, it also takes individuals, communities, industry and governments. As a member of our Foundation team, you will be on the frontline serving as an ambassador and fostering relationships with our allies. Be part of something bigger. Be part of our team. Key Responsibilities: - Using relationship fundraising strategies, develop and implement comprehensive plans for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding gifts for the assigned donor portfolio, including upgrading existing donors. - Deliver a new strategic plan for donor growth and prospect expansion. - Identify the highestpotential prospects and develop and implement cultivation strategies to turn prospects into STARS supporters. - Meet or exceed activity targets (discovery calls, facetoface meetings, submitted proposals, successful solicitations) as mutually agreed upon with Director. - Meet or exceed financial objectives and achieve longterm fundraising goals of the major gift portfolio which includes a mix of individual and corporate donors. Qualifications & Requirements: - 57 years in a development role (preferably senior level). - Postsecondary degree in a related field an asset; a combination of education and experience will be acceptable. - Demonstrated success in building donor relationships and securing significant philanthropic commitments. - Strong organizational skills, followthrough and ability to manage priorities independently. - Experience with a campaign or multiyear fundraising environment. - Experience with prospect management database software, particularly Raisers Edge, is considered an asset. What we offer: At STARS, every day we come to work with a purpose, to save lives. Maybe thats your purpose too. We provide a strong total reward offering inclusive of a salary tailored to your education and experience, comprehensive organizationpaid health and dental benefits, free parking and more. But the real reward is joining a legacy a legacy of lives saved, of hope in the face of the unimaginable, and of pride in making a difference. When you join STARS, you become part of a community that knows were stronger together. It takes a team to deliver the highest standards of care, and we need you to help us be our best. Elevate your career. Be part of something bigger. Be part of STARS. How to Apply / Deadline to apply: If you are the person we are looking for and would like to make a difference with your career, please make sure to apply by closing date: April 3, 2026 Want to learn more? Interested in making a difference behind the scenes? Discover how our Foundation team drives support for lifesaving missions across communities Learn More About Foundation By clicking 'submit', you provide Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service (STARS) consent to collect, use and disclose your personal information for the purpose of evaluating, establishing and/or managing an employment relationship with you. You acknowledge that your personal information may be transferred outside Canada, and may be accessible to law enforcement and national security authorities outside Canada. If you have questions about this consent, or wish to obtain further details about STARS' privacy practices, please contact our privacy officer at [email protected] or review our privacy policy at https://stars.ca/privacy-policy/ . #J-18808-Ljbffr