Advancement Services and Events Manager MnSCU Academic Professional 1

Metropolitan State University•Saint Paul, MN

10d•$24 - $35

About The Position

This position provides essential operational and administrative support to the Advancement department. The Advancement Operations and Events Coordinator is responsible for day-to-day tasks related to financial management, database administration, gift processing, communications support, and leading event planning and execution. This role requires a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Requirements

Experience in higher education fundraising, development or alumni programs
Experience planning and implementing special events
Proficiency with donor and financial database software
Demonstrated ability to manage, create, and analyze financial reports
Outstanding written and oral communication skills
High level of professionalism
Attention to detail and thorough planning and follow-up skills
Ability to utilize critical thinking skills to resolve issues as they arise
All resumes must clearly address the Required Qualifications as stated above.
If your skills match the required skill for this position, the department may contact you.
Reference checks will be conducted for all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education and contact with the finalist current and/or previous employers.
Applicant must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
We are unable to sponsorship or take over sponsorship of employment visa at our institution.
The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S by the day employment begins.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree
2 years of prior experience in a non-profit fundraising office

Responsibilities

Advancement Operations
Event Management
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization.

Benefits

11 paid Holidays
Vacation Time
Sick Time
six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
a Pension Plan
457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
employer paid life insurance
short and long term disability
professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents