DEVELOPMENT OFFICER Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Bookmark this Posting | Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number S02307P Working Title DEVELOPMENT OFFICER Department D.A.R. Annual Giving About the University of Georgia The University of Georgia ( UGA ), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the states oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( http://www.uga.edu/ ). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The Universitys main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The Universitys enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens. About the College/Unit/Department Division of Development and Alumni Relations The Division of Development and Alumni Relations at the University of Georgia advances the goals, objectives and priorities of the university by generating private financial support, building and maintaining relationships with alumni and donors, and assisting students with career development opportunities. Office of Annual Giving The Office of Annual Giving is responsible for the ongoing regular solicitation of alumni and friends for support of the universitys mission. The office observes an annual fiscal year cycle to engage donors for opportunities to renew and enhance their support of the University, its Schools, Colleges and Units. Special Giving initiatives are for unique audiences within the universitys constituency including but not limited to: leadership annual gifts, faculty and staff giving, parent giving, recurring gifts, anniversary giving, matching gifts, crowdfunding, and consecutive year giving. College/Unit/Department website https://give.uga.edu/ and https://dar.uga.edu/ Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information 8:00am5:00pm Advertised Salary $34,133-$50,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience Posting Date 01/03/2019 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 02/01/2019 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Position Information Classification Title Development/Fundraising Professional Pay Grade 065 FLSA Exempt Job Family Development FTE 1.0 Minimum Qualifications Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. Preferred Qualifications Bachelors degree plus some related experience Two years or more experience in higher education fundraising field Position Summary This position assists in planning and implementing overall annual giving programs and is specifically responsible for developing and overseeing special campaigns related to leadership annual giving constituencies. Communication is important to this role in crafting and producing solicitation messages, developing promotional and recognition opportunities and responding to individual donor questions or concerns. This position primarily utilizes multiple communications channels to secure private gifts and engage large numbers of donors through specialized campaigns. This position occasionally interacts with constituents through face-to-face solicitations, personalization of solicitation materials, attentive donor relations and inclusion in exclusive events and opportunities. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Self-starter, takes initiative, and can work independently as well as in a team environment Exemplary communications skills (both written and verbal) Organizational skills Demonstrates a commitment to outstanding customer service Advanced computer skills in comparing data and logic New media proficiencies Knowledgeable of Word, Excel, database management, and email skills Exhibits behavior that supports the mission, vision and values of the University of Georgia Communicates and employs interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct Must have flexibility to work some nights and weekends necessary and email skills required Physical Demands Work in a standard office environment Lifting boxes of solicitation materials Carrying promotional materials to event sites Travel as necessary Is driving required to perform essential duties outlined in this position? (This does not include infrequent trips) The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's license when offered employment. Does this position have financial responsibilities? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Developing and Implementing Special Campaigns Coordinate a special giving campaign for constituents with leadership level giving capacity Conduct personal solicitations and stewardship contacts with leadership donors Organize promotional opportunities for special campaigns Produce solicitation materials for annual giving and special giving campaigns Analyze and report participation metrics for annual and special giving campaigns Recognize and steward donors to special campaigns Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Assist in planning and implementing overall annual giving programs, specifically phone and personal solicitations Coordinate University-wide unrestricted giving campaign Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Planning and implementing overall annual giving programs, specifically direct mail and email solicitations. Collaborate with Development Communications, Donor Relations and Alumni Relations regarding marketing and stewardship of special campaigns Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Advise School/College/Unit development staff on annual giving initiatives. Coordinate phone campaign plans for School/College programs. Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Respond to donor questions and concerns from phone, email and direct mail efforts Percentage of time 5 Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter Optional Documents Writing Sample