Stewardship Officer, Donor Relations & Special Events

Penn State University • University Park, IL

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About The Position

Penn State is currently seeking a Stewardship Officer to support the Office of Donor Relations and Special Events (DRSE). As a member of the Division of Development and Alumni Relations, you can play an integral role in Penn State’s future and contribute to one of the most successful fundraising and alumni relations operations in the country. Reporting to the Director of Stewardship and working closely with central development offices, as well as other partners, this Stewardship Officer will: Provide stewardship support for central business units and the Office of Principal Gifts; Work collaboratively with offices across the Division and the University to coordinate acknowledgements for gifts to central allocations; Coordinate DRSE’s monthly memo, including content compilation and proofing; Manage selection and purchasing of high-level donor gifts; Provide support to DRSE’s Events Team, including creating and maintaining event registration websites, maintaining event response lists and reports, and inventorying and organizing supplies; Provide temporary stewardship support to units as needed; Provide general support to central offices who are key stakeholders in donor stewardship (e.g., Student Aid, Student Financial Services, Bursar, and Registrar); Troubleshoot inbound questions through shared inbox and help desk; Articulate Penn State’s needs, ambitions, and values through excellent informal and formal communications. This position typically requires a bachelor’s degree or higher, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects at once while still meeting deadlines
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for all students and colleagues
• A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team
• A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Penn State Development software systems (eSteward, AWA Advance) is preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide stewardship support for central business units and the Office of Principal Gifts
• Work collaboratively with offices across the Division and the University to coordinate acknowledgements for gifts to central allocations
• Coordinate DRSE’s monthly memo, including content compilation and proofing
• Manage selection and purchasing of high-level donor gifts
• Provide support to DRSE’s Events Team, including creating and maintaining event registration websites, maintaining event response lists and reports, and inventorying and organizing supplies
• Provide temporary stewardship support to units as needed
• Provide general support to central offices who are key stakeholders in donor stewardship (e.g., Student Aid, Student Financial Services, Bursar, and Registrar)
• Troubleshoot inbound questions through shared inbox and help desk
• Articulate Penn State’s needs, ambitions, and values through excellent informal and formal communications

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees