Donor & Alumni Relations Specialist

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Posted: 09-Jan-24

Location: Austin, Minnesota

Salary: Open

Internal Number: 1894

Location: Austin, MN

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Employment Condition: Unlimited

Job Description:

Fundraising: Coordinates and executes solicitation strategies to achieve increased fundraising results for Riverland Foundation’s annual fund and other campaigns.

Donor and Alumni Relations: Coordinate communication campaigns and initiatives to share Riverland and alumni success stories and key messages that will encourage individuals, alumni, donors, and businesses to engage in the college’s mission.

Maximize use of donor database for analysis, alumni engagement, donor stewardship and to drive strategic fundraising decisions.

Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization.

NOTE: A detailed job description is available upon request, email [email protected] .

Required Qualifications:

Resume must reflect all minimum qualifications. Please enter your experience in chronological order, including the month and year of employment.

• Associate’s degree in communication, business, marketing or related field plus 2 years of experience in fundraising, communication or project/event management; or Bachelor’s degree in communication, business, marketing or in a related field; or 5 years of relevant experience in fundraising, communication, marketing, non-profit management, or a similar field.
• Organizational skills and ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Strong written and verbal skills; ability to speak and write in a persuasive manner.
• Experience coordinating events and/or possessing project management skills.
• Design experience using Adobe InDesign, Canva and email marketing platforms such as Constant Contact or MailChimp.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in fundraising, development, or non-profit communication.
• Previous experience working in a CRM (customer relationship management), Raiser’s Edge preferred.
• Experience with maintaining a social media presence as an organization.
• Experience recording and editing video to convey a story or key message.
• Bilingual/Multilingual fluency in Spanish or other languages that reflect our student body, workforce, and communities.
• Demonstrated experience working with a multicultural and underserved populations.

Minnesota State is unable to sponsor Applicants for work visas. All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Other Requirements:

In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (Minnesota State) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

About:

Riverland Community College, recognized as one of Southern Minnesota’s 2021 Best Places to Work , provides a rewarding career that cultivates student growth through service, collaboration, innovation and respect.
You will thrive in a supportive and innovative culture that values individual and team contributions, open communication and a commitment to employee satisfaction and engagement.
Riverland Community College is committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and all the communities we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
Riverland is on track to becoming an emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). We welcome candidates with an understanding of HSIs and the Latinx student experience.
Riverland takes pride in offering student-centered education with small class sizes, personal instruction and hands-on learning. Our college serves approximately 9,000 students annually through credit and non-credit courses.
With campuses in Albert Lea, Austin and Owatonna, our college offers associate degrees in more than 50 career programs, and liberal arts and sciences.
Our southern Minnesota region offers excellent public and parochial education systems, exciting and diverse recreational activities for all seasons and upscale communities to further enhance your qualify of life.
To learn more about Riverland or Minnesota State, visit www.riverland.edu or www.minnstate.edu.

Benefits Info:

EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.
Please refer to the MAPE contract for information on benefits specific to this position.
The State of Minnesota offers a broad base of programs available to benefits eligible employees and their eligible family members. For information, please visit MMB State Employee Group Insurance Program.

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About Riverland Community College
Riverland Community College, a proud member of the Minnesota State system, prides itself on student-centered education with small class sizes, personal instruction and hands-on learning. The College serves approximately 9,000 students annually through credit and non-credit courses. With campuses in Albert Lea, Austin and Owatonna, all located along the busy I-90 and I-35 corridors in southern Minnesota, our college offers associate degrees in more than 50 career programs, and liberal arts and sciences. Many of our career programs have received specialized accreditations to align curricula and outcomes of programs or specific fields with national industry standards. The College leads the state of Minnesota in the total number of Quality MattersTM certified online courses. Students enjoy a rich college experience through a wide array of student life activities. Opportunities in theatre, music, clubs, intercollegiate sports, and student government provide an easy way for students to meet new friends, share talents, and develop leadership skills.To learn more about Riverland or Minnesota State, visit www.riverland.edu or www.minnstate.edu.
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