University Advancement Development Associate

at University of St. Francis in Joliet, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Position Details

Position Information
Job Title 
 University Advancement Development Associate
Position Number 
 XXXXXX-XX
Department 
 University Advancement - Joliet IL
Job Grade 
 7
Notice of Nondiscrimination 
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Position Summary 
 The Development Associate will provide support to the entire University Advancement team, and function as administrative reinforcement, especially in the areas of marketing, outreach, internal operations, and overseeing the student worker program
Essential Duties & Responsibilities 
 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage the UA student worker program: oversee scheduling, task assignment, and completion
Oversee the hiring process of new student workers as needed
Serve as a liaison between UA and other internal departments including but not limited to USF Marketing and RICOH to streamline the necessary projects for outreach
Assist in administrative tasks such as data entry and retrieval, updating donor records, and managing the accuracy of current donor database
Perform research on constituents for segmented outreach opportunities and thorough profile development, in turn creating engagement and giving opportunities for constituents
Assist in the implementation of communication plans across social media platforms
Provide support in outreach efforts such as stewardship, event registration, and other necessary areas
Aid in implementation of strategy especially relevant to University Advancement events
Be responsible for the entire gift acknowledgement process to ensure donors are being properly recognized for gifts to the University of St. Francis
Collect and document data and content for Engaging Mind & Spirit magazine
Conduct research for current and potential funding sources
Perform relative tasks within budgetary confines
Create personalized communication to constituents and donors via birthday cards, gift anniversary cards, and holiday cards
Curate relationships with segmented groups of alumni and the respective outreach
Participate in and promote a culture of continuing quality improvement
Other related duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements 
 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
BA or BS in relevant field
Computer and technology literacy and ability to operate computer systems
Relative knowledge of Microsoft Office
Organization skills, time management, and task prioritization skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work within a team setting while maintaining individual responsibilities
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position
Willingness to support the Catholic and Franciscan values of the university
Preferred Requirements 
 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Management experience within a small team
University of St. Francis alumni
Hours/Shift/Work Schedule 
 Hours/Shift/Work Schedule:

Typically, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, occasional evening and weekend work may be required for meetings and events.
Physical Requirements of Position 
 WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is performed in an office setting with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards. Substantial time is spent working on a computer. This is sedentary work which requires the following physical activities: sitting, walking, bending, stooping, finger dexterity, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity.

Posting Detail Information
Posting Number 
 FP0694-16
Open Date 
 06/27/2024
Close Date 
 10/01/2024
Open Until Filled 
 Yes

It has been and will continue to be the policy of the University to be an equal opportunity employer.  The University will continue to administer all employment matters without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or Vietnam era or disabled veteran’s status.