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Office of Institutional Advancement
UMBC's Office of Institutional Advancement supports the University's mission and strategic priorities in a variety of ways, including telling the UMBC story through brand, stories and design; building partnerships with community stakeholders; and fundraising to support students, faculty, alumni and programs.
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| Position Overview: |
Reporting to and working closely with the Director of Donor Relations, the Associate Director of Donor Relations will work with colleagues to prepare documentation for gift acceptance in accordance with policies. They will manage activities related to the Hilltop Society and the 1966 Society, the university's two giving societies, as well as other donor stewardship events. Working with the director they will direct donor endowment and impact reporting for donors and oversee campus naming activities. This position has supervisory responsibilities.
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| Why Work at UMBC? |
UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $76,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.
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| Telework: |
A hybrid telework schedule may be available.
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| Responsibilities: |
Specific responsibilities include:
- Supervise a Coordinator of Donor Relations
- Prepare documentation for gift acceptance in accordance with UMBC and USMF policies
- Direct annual financial endowment reporting to donors
- Coordinate annual impact reporting to donors, including support of programs like Meyerhoff, the Sondheim Public Affairs Scholars Program, the Alex Brown Center for Entrepreneurship and others
- Manage the communications, the collaboration with development staff and various events related to the university's two giving societies: The Hilltop Society for annual donors and The 1966 Society for planned giving donors
- Plan, manage and collaborate with OIA and university staff on additional Donor Relations events, such activities with the Meyerhoff Scholars Program and the Linehan Artists Program
- In coordination with the Director, work with development staff on stewardship activities
- Oversee the campus's naming opportunities and work with communications staff and donors as appropriate
- Support other stewardship activities in collaboration with development staff and other OIA and university leadership
- Develop other stewardship activities as appropriate
- Support Institutional Advancement activities and events
- Other duties as assigned
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| Required Minimum Qualifications: |
- Bachelor's Degree
- Four years experience required in donor relations, development, communications or a related field
- Experience with constituent databases
- Must be an outstanding communicator, possessing excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and the ability to work collegially and interact effectively with a diverse constituency
- The ability to work independently on multiple projects while communicating progress to colleagues and stakeholders
- Must demonstrate good judgment, discretion, and problem-solving skills
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
- Master's Degree
- Experience in a university or college setting
- Experience with the Ellucian Advance database application
- High attention to detail and a proactive work ethic
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| Background Screening Statement: |
A background check will be required.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
For best consideration, please upload a cover letter as a pdf document and a resume by March 22, 2024
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| Closing Date: |
Open Until Filled |
| Benefits: |
UMBC offers a rich benefits package.
Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):
Generous Leave which includes accruing:
- 22 Days of Annual Leave
- 15 Days of Sick Leave
- 15 Holidays
- 3 Personal Days
Tuition Remission:
- 8 credit hours per semester
- Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment
Additional Benefits:
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
- Professional development opportunities
- Wellness opportunities
- & Much more
Contingent II positions may include some benefits.
Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position.
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| Salary: |
Salary starts at $76,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. |
| Hours: |
Full-time |
| Type: |
Regular |
| FLSA Status: |
Exempt |
| Equal Opportunity Statement: |
UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. |
| Title IX: |
As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here. |
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Accommodation:
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If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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| Work Authorization: |
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. |