Critical Elements of a Major-Gifts Officer Job Description

We are often asked for a sample job description for a major-gifts officer (MGO).

I have read enough of job descriptions out there in the marketplace to wonder if anyone knows how to write one assures the MGO is on point and effective. I know that sounds a bit elitist, but honestly, when you read a job description that has everything in it you could imagine, it's no wonder that the MGO is walking around with his or her head spinning in circles asking: "What should I do first? What are my priorities?"