Position Details
Position Information
| Requisition Number |
S3931P |
| Home Org Name |
Constituency Development |
| Division Name |
Senior VP, Advancement |
| Position Title |
Development Coordinator (Gogue Performing Arts Center) |
| Job Class Code |
OA06 |
| Appointment Status |
Full-time |
| Part-time FTE |
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| Limited Term |
No |
| Limited Term Length |
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| Job Summary |
Auburn Advancement is excited to begin the search for a Coordinator for the Gogue Performing Art Center (GPAC) to join our Advancement team! This position is about building meaningful connections and making a tangible impact to elevate our engagement and philanthropic initiatives.
Learn more about development at
GPAC:
https://goguecenter.auburn.edu/areas-of-impact/
What You'll Do:
Support and Assist: Work closely with our team composed of the Director of Development and the Development Programs Administrator to cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with key GPACs donors and prospects.
Administrative Excellence: Handle vital administrative tasks that ensure the success and efficiency of the GPAC team as well as support the Advancement Events team for budget tracking, processing of vendor payments and travel reimbursements, and overseeing budget effectiveness for individual events.
Be a Front-Line Representative: Representing the GPAC team and Auburn Advancement, act as the go-to person for colleagues as well as university faculty, administrators, staff, donors, and prospects.
Champion Philanthropy: Inspire and facilitate philanthropic contributions by fostering strong, meaningful relationships and highlighting the impact on Auburn Advancements philanthropic initiatives.
Why You'll Love It Here:
Impactful Work: Your efforts will directly contribute to the growth and success of Auburn University and its priorities.
Collaborative Environment: Join a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to making a difference.
Purpose Driven Work: Align your passion and fulfillment to your work, where you're trusted to reach your full potential and achieve your pinnacle career experience.
Culture by Design: Thrive in a culture that champions respect, accountability, and professional development.
Now is the perfect time to join Auburn Advancement, a dynamic team encompassing Operations and Strategy, Culture and Talent, Engagement, Philanthropy, and Communications. Under the visionary leadership of Senior Vice President Rob Wellbaum - a seasoned and respected advancement professional - our organization is set to revolutionize the future of Advancement. |
| Essential Functions |
Your Responsibilities as a GPAC Coordinator:
Purpose: Every task you undertake, from prospect research to drafting proposals, directly contributes to Auburn Advancement's mission. You will help build relationships with donors who are passionate about philanthropic initiatives, ensuring their contributions have a meaningful and lasting impact.
Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues in Advancement, including Advancement Events, and across campus, to coordinate anything from complex meetings, support and organize events, and ensuring smooth communication. Your ability to collaborate effectively will ensure that our initiatives are well-coordinated and successful. Help to plan and execute corporate and foundation donor visits, meetings, and engagement events to establish and expand engagement across the university.
Innovation: Utilize creative approaches to streamline tasks, enhance proposal development, and improve donor communications. An opportunity to seek out and apply innovative methods to enhance our fundraising strategies, utilizing advanced research techniques.
Production: From drafting, editing, and formatting proposals and/or grants, to compiling and submitting proposal packages, your focus on production ensures that every piece of work is of the highest quality and delivered on time. You will handle logistical aspects of meetings and travel, process expenses, and monitor budgets with precision. Provide support to gather data, materials, and collateral for prospecting, grant applications, and impact reporting. Making sure all operational aspects are executed to the standard to support our fundraising efforts.
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Minimum Qualifications
| Minimum Qualifications |
Level I
Bachelor's degree
Level II
Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience in public relations and general office operations.
Level III
Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of experience in public relations and general office operations.
Substitutions Allowed for Experience: Graduate degrees may substitute for years of experience. (Example: Master's degree = 2 years of experience) |
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
- Excellent writing skills and ability to communicate with ease, especially with staff and donors;
- Critical for candidates to demonstrate a proactive, flexible, and positive posture.
- Evidence of attention to detail and follow-through in work is required.
- Candidates must exhibit organizational and collaborative characteristics
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| Minimum Technology Skills |
- Experience in Microsoft Office and Adobe Sign
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| Minimum License and Certifications |
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Desired Qualifications
| Desired Qualifications |
- Experience in Blackbaud programs such as Advance and FPM
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Posting Detail Information
| Salary Range |
$34,600 - $63,200 |
| Job Category |
Development/Alumni Affairs |
| Working Hours if Non-Traditional |
8:00 - 5:00 with some nights and weekends. |
| City position is located in: |
Auburn |
| State position is located: |
Alabama |
| List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position |
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| Posting Date |
09/05/2024 |
| Closing Date |
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| EEO Statement |
AUBURN
UNIVERSITY IS AN
AFFIRMATIVE
ACTION/
EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/
EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their
website to learn more. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Quick Link for Internal Postings |
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/48554 |
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Auburn
$34,600 - $63,200
Sep 10, 2024