Donor Relations Assistant

Job Title

Donor Relations Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi

Department

Institutional Advancement

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

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.

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

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PURPOSE

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.

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1: Administrative

Percent Effort: 60%

• Under the director of the Assistant Director of Donor Engagement Execute the day-to-day operations for all donor recognition and giving societies, including tracking memberships, preparing regular reports, ensuring benefits are being received, and assisting with stewardship and renewal efforts.

• 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

Functional Area 2: Support

Percent Effort: 30%

• Assists with Institutional Advancement and Donor Relations events

• Assist Advancement Services staff with database updates and other special projects

Functional Area 3: Other

Percent Effort: 10%

• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree.

• 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.

WHAT THEY WOULD LIKE TO SEE

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

SALARY: $16.36/hourly

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.