Coordinator, Special Projects - Foundation

College of Eastern Idaho • Idaho Falls, ID

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Foundation Executive Director, coordinates the CEI scholarship program and supports the overall fundraising efforts for the foundation. Works closely with the Executive Director and the Foundation Board to cultivate donor relationships. Performs critical accounting functions as well as miscellaneous administrative support activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education plus experience
• Experience working in a professional office setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of basic computing programs including Word, Excel, and Microsoft Forms
• Ability to develop and maintain working relationships
• Knowledge of donor database management techniques
• Incumbent must reside in Idaho (Currently CEI doesn’t sponsor Visas)

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of fundraising experience
• Bilingual (Spanish)

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary Foundation contact for scholarship applicants and recipients regarding procedures and requirements
• Provides information to students, schools, and CEI staff about scholarship opportunities and awards
• Oversees the CEI Alumni Network and works with the Alumni Committee and others to publicize alumni messaging, recruit new members, and coordinate alumni engagement opportunities
• Supports the planning & execution of a broad spectrum of on- and off- campus events
• Works with the Financial Aid Office to attract and recruit scholarship applicants.
• Conducts presentations about CEI Foundation scholarships as required
• Assists in the management and coordination of volunteers for Foundation activities and events including communicating responsibilities and assignments and supervision
• Performs various accounting functions for scholarship and Foundation funds including deposits, invoicing, etc.
• Collaborates with campus departments to create and implement scholarship procedures to best serve students
• Performs database input for donor interactions, including contact reports and donations, and prepares reports, thank you letters, annual receipts, etc. from donor database
• Serves as the primary contact for processing and coordinating gifts in kind, including vehicle donations and program equipment
• Attends and participates on committees as requested
• Serves as a CEI representative with community organizations as requested
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Affordable Health Plans: With three medical plan options, you can select healthcare coverage that best meets your needs.
• Earn sick leave with no accrual limit starting day one.
• Staff accrue vacation leave starting at 15 days a year with a tiered system (Faculty excluded from vacation leave).
• Faculty and exempt staff are enrolled in the Fidelity 401 (a)plan. Non-exempt or vested employees are enrolled in the PERSI base plan.
• Life Insurance: no-cost coverage for you and your dependents with the option to add more.
• Significant tuition fee discounts for qualifying employees and their dependents.
• Enjoy local discounts on cell plans, movie tickets, gyms, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level