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Pennsylvania State University Assistant Director of Stewardship and Donor Relations in Reading, Pennsylvania
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Following the record-breaking success of A Greater Penn State for 21st Century Excellence— the University’s recently concluded $2.2 billion fundraising campaign—an Assistant Director of Stewardship and Donor Relations is needed to support the Division of Development and Alumni Relations in Penn State Berks , a campus providing all the rich opportunities of a world-class research university in a small, diverse, close-knit college community.
The University is committed to ensuring that diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to the success of a world-class research institution. We are dedicated to fostering institutional change required to realize a more socially just University and we value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. Reporting to the Director of Development and working closely with the Berks Development and Alumni Relations team, campus colleagues, and other University partners in the Division of Development and Alumni Relations, this Assistant Director of Stewardship and Donor Relations will:
Cultivate, disseminate , and coordinate the donor recognition and stewardship program for Berks College with donors, alumni, friends, foundations and industry partners.
Articulate Penn State’s needs, ambitions, and values, including diversity, equity, and inclusion, through excellent informal and formal communications
Execute the gift acknowledgement process for gifts at all levels (annual to principal)
Monitor scholarship and endowment balances, coordinate endowment reporting and the student thank you letter process and liaise with the campus scholarship selection committee and financial aid staff.
Provide College level support to ensure consistent achievement of development stewardship metrics, including the monitoring of acknowledgement, spending, and engagement practices across the college.
Initiate, plan, manage development's signature events including our annual Gratitude Gathering, Chancellor’s Circle Dinner and other donor-centered events throughout the year
Initiate, plan, schedule, and lead thoughtful 1:1 meetings between individual and foundation donors and their student scholarship recipients
Produce and mail annual impact reports to scholarship and program donors
Manage foundation grant reporting
Engage in marketing and communications efforts related to the stewardship program in support of strategic priorities including print, online publications and social media engagement. Collaborate with Strategic Communications staff and other campus partners on donor impact stories and reports.
Develop understanding of Penn State accounting systems; manage applicable budgets, process expenses, support endowment budget administrators and work with finance office when necessary .
Supervis ion of student workers or interns
This position typically requires a bachelor's degree or higher plus two years of related experience, The successful candidate will also have:
Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to interpret information, ideas, and instructions, and to communicate clearly and accurately both verbally and in writing.
A dedication to and understanding of the skills required to build relationships with diverse communities
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
T act, confidence, and strong instincts for protocol and etiquette
Flexibility and agility, as this position may need to expand to support stewardship work from other units
A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team
A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored
Occasional evening and weekend work required
This position requires a high level of administrative coordination with College departments, other units, and central development, as well as significant interaction with alumni, donors, friends, and others in a diverse environment.
The Division of Development and Alumni Relations is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
Penn State Berks Nestled on 258 beautifully landscaped acres in Berks County and easily accessible from anywhere in eastern Pennsylvania and neighboring states, Penn State Berks offers 21 baccalaureate degrees in a broad range of disciplines, with more being added each year. Smaller classes provide individual attention and one-on-one interaction with faculty members. In addition, all degree programs include an internship component , allowing you to gain real-life experience while earning college credits: berks.psu.edu
Penn State’s Division of Development and Alumni Relations
As a member of the Division of Development and Alumni Relations Development, you can play an integral role in Penn State’s future and contribute to one of the most successful fundraising and alumni relations operations in the country. We’re looking for leaders who believe in the power of higher education—and philanthropy—to shape the public good. Learn more about the Division of Development and Alumni Relations at raise.psu.edu and explore the success of our most recent campaign at greaterpennstate.psu.edu
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$51,000.00 - $74,000.00
Salary Structure (https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/compensation/staff-salary-grades-and-leveling-matrix) - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.
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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports) .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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