Development Associate (Non-Exempt)

Hardin-Simmons University•Abilene, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Implements the daily operations of various university fundraising programs and activities. This position requires a candidate who professes a Christian Faith, maintains membership in a local congregation, and respects the values and distinctives central to the historically Baptist values of HSU as reflected in the University’s Statement of Faith. The role is located on the HSU Campus in Abilene, Texas, and is classified as Non-Exempt.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
Must understand generational differences and be able to effectively utilize the appropriate medium to reach different audiences.
Strong organizational skills required.
Must know and use proper telephone etiquette.
Must have strong computer, relationship management, and customer service skills.
Must be proficient with computers, comfortable talking on the phone and in meetings, sitting for long periods of time and have ability to drive for extensive work-related travel.
Must be able to maintain confidentiality concerning financial records and other personal information.
Must have and maintain a valid Class C Driver’s License and maintain a clear driving record to be insurable under the university liability policy.
Must be able to drive to complete work assignments on and off campus, as needed.

Nice To Haves

2-5+ years of previous related work experience is preferred.
Relevant experience in fundraising, sales, relationship management, customer service, higher education, or related fields may be considered in lieu of degree requirements where appropriate.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of prospects and donors through qualification, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and renewal strategies designed to increase philanthropic support for Hardin-Simmons University.
Execute meaningful stewardship activities to ensure donors understand the impact of their gifts and remain engaged with the university.
Prepare donor proposals, impact reports, thank-you communications, and other donor engagement materials as needed.
Work with campus partners (i.e. academics, athletics, and student clubs and organizations) to identify funding priorities and develop fundraising strategies that increase philanthropic support for their areas.
Assist campus partners in planning and executing fundraising campaigns, annual giving initiatives, donor engagement events, and special projects.
Provide appropriate staffing at advancement and alumni events.
Accurately document donor interactions, proposals, solicitations, stewardship activities, and relationship strategies within the university’s constituent relationship management system in a timely manner.
Meet established fundraising goals and key performance indicators, including donor visits, qualification activities, solicitations, stewardship efforts, and philanthropic revenue targets.
Strategically plan and implement objectives with key contacts.
Collaborate with university leadership, faculty, coaches, alumni, volunteers, and advancement colleagues to identify and advance fundraising opportunities.
Manage individual supplies, operations and travel budgets.
Must maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable under university guidelines.
Foster teamwork with fellow team members.
Attend life events for donors and their family members.
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.