Augsburg University | Minneapolis, MN
Salary Range: $40,000
Job Description:GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Help the University maintain a close and ongoing relationship with its alumni and friends by maintaining information about individuals and organizations and their support of the college. Perform a variety of complex duties associated with highly confidential gift processing function.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Create and maintain protocols and procedures for receiving, recording, receipting and acknowledging in a timely way gifts from all sources including cash, stock, matching gifts, insurance, pay-roll deductions and other deferred gifts.
- Enters pledges and pledge payments, processes matching gifts, and generates institutional donor acknowledgements letters.
- Establish and maintain an ongoing relationship with the Business Office staff in ensuring that gifts are received and transmitted according to University policies and procedures.
- Maintain and account for college-owned insurance policies.
- Review gift entry work completed by Advancement staff members.
- Assist in developing a recurring gift program.
- Maintains system of matching gift company documentation and matches in-progress.
- Produce routine daily, monthly and special reports and reconciliation with accounting cords.
- Maintain the Raiser's Edge database by updating constituent records.
- In consultation with Alumni and Development Departments, design and maintain a portfolio of regular periodic reports incorporating information from Raiser's Edge system.
Requirements:JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 2 year post-secondary degree or higher required
- Three (3) years relevant experience required.
- Specialized knowledge, skills, abilities with Microsoft Applications and Microsoft Windows required.
- Fundraising experience required.
- Advanced knowledge of Raiser's Edge software required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Typical work environment is an office and in a sedentary position
- Regular computer use
DISCLAIMER:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the primary job responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
Additional Information:Among the distinctive features of the university are its deep dedication to civic and community engagement, robust undergraduate research programs, and a strong belief in the integration of liberal arts and professional studies across all programs. The University's commitments to our urban context and the world beyond it are enhanced through the work of four signature centers: the Christensen Center for Vocation, the Center for Global Education and Experience, the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship, and the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work.
For more than a decade, Augsburg's commitment to intentional diversity has been reflected in the student body as Black, Indigenous and other students of color comprise more than 50% of the student body. Augsburg's commitment to an intentionally diverse community goes beyond race and ethnicity and includes programs for first-generation students; non-traditional-age students; students from a broad array of faith backgrounds, cultures and nationalities; students of various gender and sexual orientation identities; students in recovery; and students with disabilities.
Application Instructions:For full consideration, candidates must submit both at the time of application:
Professional references will be requested at a later date.
Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class. Successful candidates will have demonstrated abilities working in an academic community committed to intentional diversity. Candidates are thus encouraged to highlight skills and experiences that demonstrate these competencies. Women and persons of color are encouraged to apply.