Development Specialist
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
Full-time
Administration / Clerical
Posted on April 3, 2024
Announcement
Details
Open Date
12/01/2023
Requisition Number
PRN37000B
Job Title
Development Specialist
Working Title
Donor Relations & Stewardship Spec
Job Grade
D
FLSA Code
Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
M-F, 8:00 am -5:00 pm with occasional evening & weekend events
VP Area
Academic Affairs
Department
00129 - Social & Behav Science-Dean
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$50,000 - $55,000
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Job Summary
The College of Social and Behavioral Science is the largest college at the University of Utah and consistently graduates the most students of any on campus. The college seeks a detail-oriented, self-motivated, and creative individual to help steward its donors, under the direction of the college's Senior Director of Advancement. The Donor Relations & Stewardship Specialist will manage a robust stewardship program that furthers long-term engagement and high-value interactions with donors, including scholarship management, impact reporting, gift recognition, and events.
Responsibilities
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required. Experience which includes fundraising, grant and publication writing, planning and implementing special events and programs and a successful track record in raising donations is preferred.
Preferences
Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Details
Open Date
12/01/2023
Requisition Number
PRN37000B
Job Title
Development Specialist
Working Title
Donor Relations & Stewardship Spec
Job Grade
D
FLSA Code
Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
M-F, 8:00 am -5:00 pm with occasional evening & weekend events
VP Area
Academic Affairs
Department
00129 - Social & Behav Science-Dean
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$50,000 - $55,000
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Job Summary
The College of Social and Behavioral Science is the largest college at the University of Utah and consistently graduates the most students of any on campus. The college seeks a detail-oriented, self-motivated, and creative individual to help steward its donors, under the direction of the college's Senior Director of Advancement. The Donor Relations & Stewardship Specialist will manage a robust stewardship program that furthers long-term engagement and high-value interactions with donors, including scholarship management, impact reporting, gift recognition, and events.
Responsibilities
- Manage college's scholarships, including the application process, making and tracking awards, supporting selection committees, and maintaining accurate information about criteria and supporters;
- Manage donor acknowledgments and reporting, including weekly thank you's, impact reports, and annual giving recognition;
- Collaborate with the annual giving coordinator to plan and execute stewardship on giving campaigns, including annual appeals, U Giving Day, and mini-giving campaigns;
- Collaborate w/ marketing & communications team to ensure all stewardship communications reflect the college brand and overall development and alumni relations strategy;
- Provide excellent customer service to donors, alumni, students, and college department and program scholarship administrators;
- Assist college events team with development-related events;
- Assist the college finance team with the reconciliation of scholarship awards and gifts;
- Identify and maintain information on donors from university alumni and donor database.
- Other duties as assigned
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required. Experience which includes fundraising, grant and publication writing, planning and implementing special events and programs and a successful track record in raising donations is preferred.
Preferences
- Strong customer service, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team;
- Able to handle and prioritize multiple tasks in an organized manner, strong writing skills and the ability to proofread and edit content;
- Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and databases;
- High ethical standards, discretion and confidentiality in working with donor information, collaborative in approach and open to new concepts and ideas;
- Ability to problem solve in a fast-paced environment
Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
- Yes
- No
- * Indicate your level of expertise in organizing and implementing fundraising campaigns and/or specific programs or events centered on public relations and development activities:
- None
- Minimal
- Moderate
- Extensive
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of References
- Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
- Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
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