Advancement Engagement Officer

Texas A&M University System•Texarkana, TX

About The Position

The Advancement Engagement Officer plans, coordinates, and executes strategic university events that strengthen community engagement, support regional economic development initiatives, and enhance the university’s visibility. The position also supports student leadership initiatives and the annual giving program, and collaborates with advancement staff on donor cultivation, stewardship, and participation-based fundraising aligned with institutional priorities. The role oversees event operations, including budgeting, logistics, vendor coordination, catering, audiovisual needs, guest experience, communications, registration, and post-event stewardship. It directs the annual giving program and manages student leadership programs. The officer maintains records in CRM systems, produces reports, analyzes engagement data, and represents the Office of Advancement at university, alumni, donor, and community events. The position generally does not supervise employees. Eligibility to work in the United States is required at the time of hire; pre-employment sponsorship is not authorized. The position is open until filled. Applicants must provide a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three professional references, including one supervisor or manager. The position is security-sensitive and requires a criminal history investigation and verification of credentials and other required information.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two years of related experience.
Experience in event planning, advancement, fundraising, hospitality, communications, or a related field in higher education.
Demonstrated experience coordinating special events and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Demonstrated experience leading university student leaders.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and CRM/database systems.
Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Eligibility to work in the United States at the time of hire; no pre-employment sponsorship is authorized.

Nice To Haves

Experience in higher education advancement, donor relations, or nonprofit fundraising.
Experience coordinating donor cultivation and stewardship events.
Familiarity with fundraising campaigns, donor engagement strategies, and volunteer leadership programs.
Experience with event management software and constituent relationship management systems.
Demonstrated ability to create high-quality guest experiences and build strong stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

Lead planning, coordination, and execution of university events that strengthen community engagement, institutional visibility, and regional economic development partnerships.
Manage event operations, including budgeting, logistics, vendors, catering, audiovisual needs, guest experience, communications, registration, and post-event stewardship.
Direct and manage the annual giving program, including donor engagement strategies, annual campaigns, Giving Day initiatives, participation-based fundraising, and stewardship activities.
Manage student leadership programs that support leadership development, professional growth, ambassadorial skills, student engagement, campus involvement, and university representation.
Maintain accurate CRM records, generate reports, and analyze event and engagement data to support planning and decision-making.
Represent the Office of Advancement at university, alumni, donor, and community events.
Perform additional duties in support of institutional goals.

Benefits

Medical insurance, with Employee Only coverage costing $0–$30 per month after the university contribution; the university covers up to 83% of premiums for Employee and Spouse, Employee and Children, and Employee and Family coverage.
Dental and vision insurance.
Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and long-term disability insurance.
Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
75% waiver of tuition and fees for full-time employees, their spouses, and children.
At least 8 hours of paid vacation time off each month.
8 hours of paid sick leave each month.
8 hours of paid birthday leave.
12–15 paid holidays each year.
Teacher Retirement System of Texas or Optional Retirement Plan.
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan.
Professional development via LinkedIn Learning.
Employee Assistance Program.
On-campus wellness opportunities.