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Foundation Development Specialist

Sanford Health
Sanford Health Salary
Bismarck, ND Full Time
POSTED ON 10/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/14/2027

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: First International Bank
Location: Bismarck, ND
Address: 1601 N 12th St, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 32.00
Salary Range: $21.50 - $34.50
Pay Info: Pay starts at $21.50 and increases according to years of applicable experience.

Department Details

Meaningful Impact

100% of every gift supports patients, families, and the health of our community.

Supportive, Mission-Driven Team

Be part of a supportive group of professionals who celebrate success together, collaborate closely, and are dedicated to our mission.

Balanced Work Environment

Enjoy a primary Monday through Friday, 8 to 5 schedule in the office for teamwork and connection, with flexibility for occasional work-from-home days. Evening and weekend obligations are limited. Travel within the region is minimal.

Professional Growth

We invest in your success with mentoring, professional development, and opportunities to grow into areas like major gifts or leadership roles.

Job Summary

Carries out a variety of healthcare development activities for Sanford and holds a support role within the Sanford Foundation. Provides support for the Foundation’s development and stewardship functions by assisting with office coordination and fundraising efforts. Responsible for providing support to development team including volunteer arrangements, logistical needs, special events, and database management. As well as overseeing donor stewardship efforts, writing for donor communications, making personal contacts, and collaborating with development support teams including IT, finance, and reporting. Willingness take part in fundraising efforts outside of typical office hours. Possesses self-initiating skills and desires. Has strong written, verbal and listening communication skills. Knowledgeable of development strategies and skills pertinent to making personal solicitations. Will assist and monitor flow of information between central services team and development team.

Well organized and has the ability to work well with interruptions and stress. Has both flexibility and adaptability skills to accommodate changing situations and workloads. Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects to completion and possess a strong sense of customer service.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.

Previous experience in fundraising, volunteer coordination, development, marketing, sales, and/or journalism is preferred. Established written, verbal and listening communication skills required. Must have knowledge of development strategies and skills pertinent to making personal solicitations. Must have the ability to work well with interruptions and stress. Must possess organizational and outstanding customer service skills. Experience with Microsoft Word, Publisher, PowerPoint and Excel preferred. Previous database experience beneficial.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0276649
Job Function: External Affairs
Featured: No

Benefits:

Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off

Salary : $22 - $35

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