Assistant Director, Donor Relations

Department

FSU Foundation

Florida State University will soon embark on its next comprehensive campaign. As the silent phase of the campaign begins, the Division of University Advancement is accelerating the hiring of additional Donor Relations professionals campus-wide and is excited to build out its team. For Advancement professionals who are interested in being a part of a comprehensive campaign from the beginning for their career development, the timing is ideal to join our team.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Director of Donor Relations will work closely with the Director of Donor Relations and University Advancement leadership to execute stewardship and donor relations activities for major and high-priority donors. This individual will also help drive strategy for university-wide recognition societies. In addition, this person will research and write leadership acknowledgment letters for major donors and manage inventory of named spaces.

Donor Relations and Stewardship Programs

• Works with the Director of Donor Relations and development officers to create personalized stewardship plans for major donors, manage high-priority and principal donor stewardship, create customized impact reports and help University Advancement leadership with special requests. This individual will also help drive strategy for university-wide recognition societies.

Writing Letters and Organizing Birthday and Milestone Recognition

• Research and write leadership acknowledgment letters on behalf of University Advancement leadership. Additionally, assist University Advancement leadership with birthday, anniversary and celebratory acknowledgments or gifts.

Manage University-wide Inventory of Named Spaces

• Collect all information necessary to create an inventory of all named spaces at FSU. Work with the gift services team to keep information current. Pull and analyze information from inventory as needed.
• Act as the Donor Relations team liaison to other University Advancement teams.

Donor Communication

• Serve as the Donor Relations Team's point of contact for donor questions and issues received by phone and email. Receives, investigates and resolves questions as they arise.

Administrative Tasks

• Appropriately log donor contact information in the constituent management system and keep development officers appraised of donor issues and questions. Collaborate with University Advancement communications staff to develop messaging and collateral that support donor relations. Document new departmental processes/procedures and update existing ones. Pursue continuing education and training as needed. Protect confidential information.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and eight years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to eight years.)

Preferred Qualifications

A preferred candidate will have 3+ years of previous experience coordinating donor relations, annual giving or development activities in a nonprofit organization and have developed the skills needed to work with high-level donors and University Advancement leadership. This candidate will also have knowledge of donor database software and experience writing and creating donor communication.

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Who is an ideal candidate for this position?

You understand both the creative and data sides of advancement work. You are a skilled communicator who enjoys writing and would like to create custom stewardship plans that make donors feel special and appreciated. You can take direction and collaborate with colleagues, advancement and university leadership and donors, but you can also take the initiative and manage multiple priorities. You are a strategic thinker looking to use your creativity and resourcefulness to make a difference.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Applicants must upload a resume with their online application.

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check .

This position is being advertised as open until filled. The hiring committee will review applications as received.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at : https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf .