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Offer: Development Coordinator:Lamar UniversityJob description:Development CoordinatorPlease see Special Instructions for more details.» Please submit a writing sample that demonstrates your capability to write a thank you letter to a donor.
Posting DetailsPosition InformationPosting Number: 20112955 Position Title: Development Coordinator FTE: 1.0 Employment type: Staff Department: Development Dept Position Summary Information Job Summary/Basic Function: About this function: This position serves in the Division of University Advancement, reporting to the Associate Vice President for University Advancement, and manages the annual giving process along with related stewardship/donor relations responsibilities. What You'll Do - Position Job responsibilities: » Develops and implements a strategic plan of action with objectives, timelines and evaluation plans for the Annual Fund program that includes identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of constituents. » Organizes, manages, and supervises the university's annual giving day, ?Red Day,? including working closely with vendors, university colleagues, and volunteers to ensure the success of the event. » Creates and administers a program to solicit gifts from alumni and friends including mail programs for the Annual Fund working in coordination with Alumni Affairs. » Responsible for developing appeals through media including but not limited to direct mail, email, web, and phone. » Works closely with Associate Vice President for University Advancement and personnel in other colleges and departments to ensure coordination with their respective fundraising efforts. » Working with Advancement Services and consultants, perform comprehensive analysis related to all aspects of the Annual Fund program. Uses metrics to evaluate current Annual Fund programs and to make recommendations for program changes. » Ensures open communication with Major Gift agents (MGOs) and enlists their help with sharing Annual Fund opportunities during personal solicitations. » Identifies Annual Fund donors who, by virtue of their giving amount and/or frequency, could be viable major gift prospects, and shares that information regularly with MGOs. » Develops and implements a plan of reporting of Annual Fund progress to the university and related constituents. » Represents annual fund issues and promotes community consciousness and support for the annual fund program. Key Competencies: » capability to exercise judgment, sensitivity and discretion in handling confidential information. » Demonstrated computer literacy and expertise of Microsoft applications. » Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with excellent listening and collaborative skills. » capability to prioritize tasks, work independently and manage deadlines efficiently. Physical Requirements: Light lifting (supply boxes, etc.) occasionally may be required; otherwise traditional office requirements can be expected. Job Conditions: The work environment is on-campus, generally in a traditional office setting, although occasional activities and meetings elsewhere on campus can be anticipated. Who We Are: Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-located community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our skills is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve. advantages: » Health, dental & vision insurance » Life insurance » State of Texas Retirement plans » Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents. » Paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance - Lamar University Minimum Appropriate qualifications: » Bachelor's degree. » Two to three years in non-profit development or related field. EEO Statement: Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran's Preference Statement: Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran candidates in conformity with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003. Preferred Appropriate qualifications: » Curiosity about and interest in the field of advancement, esp. annual giving. » availability to engage in appropriate professional development opportunities. » capability to work effectively with colleagues both within and outside the university. Security Sensitive Statement: This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. income: commensurate Work Employment Type: Application Information Posting Date: 08/01/2024 Close Date: 10/01/2024 Open Until Filled: No Special Instructions: » Please submit a writing sample that demonstrates your capability to write a thank you letter to a donor. Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).» * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in conformity with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, candidates must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. candidates WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE. » Yes » No » * Do you have a Bachelor's Degree? » No » Yes » * Do you have 2 - 3 years practice in non-profit development or a related field? » No » Yes Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents» Resume » Cover Letter » Letter to Donor writing sample Optional Documents » Miscellaneous Skills:
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