Development Officer

Texas A&M University System•Corpus Christi, TX

2d•$55,000

About The Position

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies. TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities. Learn more information here! PURPOSE The Development Officer is responsible for providing support for leadership annual gifts. Reporting to the Executive Associate Vice President of Development, the Development Officer will identify, cultivate, solicit and steward leadership annual giving prospects to promote the acquisition of gifts. This position will work closely with the entire Development and Institutional Advancement team to ensure coordination among individual giving programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Ability to demonstrate initiative and manage details within the broader vision of the University.
Ability to maintain clear, accurate records and timely reports.
Ability to work some night and weekend hours.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related field.
Two (2) years of experience in fundraising.
Previous experience in alumni relations, development, individual fundraising, annual giving or event management.
Experience working in higher education.

Responsibilities

Manage portfolio of annual gift level prospects.
Responsible for identification, cultivation, solicitations and stewardship of leadership annual gifts (ranging from $1,000 to $9,999).
Work with the Executive Associate Vice President of Development to qualify and identify prospects for potential major gift solicitations.
Coordinate with Assistant Director of Donor Engagement on donor stewardship and recognition.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Coordinate with Director of Annual Giving to support respective events and programming.
Attend and assist at designated University and Institutional Advancement events.
Act as a liaison between Institutional Advancement and external community organizations to promote giving and university programming.
Participate in key community organizations and attend key community events as determined by University priorities and departmental goals.
Record and document in a timely and accurate manner contacts with donors and prospective donors.
Perform all other duties assigned.

Benefits

Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).
Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse Employee and Children Employee and Family coverage
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
On-campus wellness opportunities
Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
Tuition Benefits: Public Loan Forgiveness Book scholarships 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
Retirement Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Time Off: 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
12-15 paid holidays each year.