Donor Relations Assistant

Texas A&M University System•Corpus Christi, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Donor Relations Assistant will be responsible for the coordination and execution of administrative duties related to recognition and giving societies including tracking memberships and ensuring that all benefits are being received. They will also be responsible for drafting and preparing written acknowledgements to donors. This role involves executing day-to-day operations for donor recognition and giving societies, managing the brick & bench campaign, collaborating with Development to track donations and steward donors, and coordinating with external vendors. The position also requires preparing written communications, entering data into the Raiser's Edge constituent database, and managing communication lists in Encompass. Additionally, the assistant will support Institutional Advancement and Donor Relations events and assist with database updates and special projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
High school diploma/GED with four (4) years of related experience OR Associate’s degree with two (2) years of related experience.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of related experience in hospitality, communications, and creating correspondence.

Responsibilities

Execute the day-to-day operations for all donor recognition and giving societies including tracking memberships, ensuring benefits are being received, and assisting with stewardship and renewal efforts.
Manage the operations and logistics of the brick & bench campaign.
Collaborate with Development to track donations and steward donors; coordinate with Administrative Operations and external vendors to ensure items are ordered and installed.
Assist with the preparation of written communications and standardized donor acknowledgements.
Work with Development Officers ensure that personalized acknowledgements are being written and delivered in a timely manner.
Enters data and uploads stewardship-related documents to university's Raiser's Edge constituent database.
Prepares, uploads, and manages email and other communication lists in Encompass.
Assists with Institutional Advancement and Donor Relations events.
Assist Advancement Services staff with database updates and other special projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance with $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution.
Up to 83% of premium covered by the university for Employee and Spouse, Employee and Children, Employee and Family coverage.
Dental & Vision insurance.
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.
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.