Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting NumberS03911PWorking TitleParent Giving CoordinatorDepartmentDAR - Parent GivingAbout the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s 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 University’s 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 University’s 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 Parent Giving
The office of Parent Giving is focused on identifying and securing principal, major and annual leadership gifts from parents. The parent giving coordinator component of the office focuses on the event planning, communications and donation tracking necessary to support parent giving at UGA. This position will focus specifically on event planning and implementation and communication materials that support parent council donations and giving.

College/Unit/Department websitehttps://give.uga.edu/ and https://dar.uga.edu/ and https://give.uga.edu/parents-families/Posting TypeExternalRetirement PlanTRS or ORPEmployment TypeEmployeeBenefits EligibilityBenefits EligibleFull/Part timeFull TimeWork ScheduleAdditional Schedule Information

8:00am–5:00pm, Monday- Friday. Some nights and weekends will be necessary

Advertised SalaryCommensurate with qualifications and experiencePosting Date09/04/2019Open until filledYesClosing DateProposed Starting Date10/01/2019Special Instructions to ApplicantsLocation of VacancyAthens 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 TitleDevelopment/Fundraising ProfessionalPay GradeFLSAExemptJob FamilyAdministrativeFTE1.00Minimum 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

•University or event planning experience preferred
•Ability to lead and implement all aspects of development/fundraising-type events
•Professional experience related to sales, marketing, development, business administration, higher education, project management, or relationship management

Position Summary

This position is based in the Parent Giving unit of the Development & Alumni Relations Division and reports to the Senior Director. Its purpose serves to promote and enhance front-line development through development event coordination, development communications, donor stewardship, programs or department special projects. This position will independently manage and coordinate various special projects and events.

The ability to work collaboratively with a wide variety of people to establish a track record in building meaningful relationships coupled with the ability to inspire others are critical components of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

•Self-starter, takes initiative, and can work independently as well as in a team environment
•Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication skills and the ability to deal effectively and professionally with a variety of persons
•Organizational skills
•Demonstrates a commitment to outstanding customer service
•Fluent experience using 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

Additional Division Expectations:
•Through open, honest, and respectful communication, all staff, supervisors, and colleagues of the Division of Development & Alumni Relations are expected to interact with fairness, compassion, and decency. All employees will be held accountable for meeting the expectation of promoting a stable, productive, and healthy work environment.
•Adherence to CASE standards and commonly accepted industry standards relating to fundraising reporting are expected of all fundraisers. All fundraisers will be held accountable for meeting this expectation.

Physical Demands

•Work in a standard office environment
•Travel in and throughout state of Georgia if necessary
•Willingness and flexibility to work some nights and weekends necessary
•Work using electronic mail, telephone, face-to-face discussions, paper form correspondence
•Communicate effectively in writing, speaking, and listening
•Organize and establish priorities; Remember detail; Multi-task
•Lift and/or move up to 20 pounds

Is driving a responsibility of this position?Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?YesDoes this position require a P-Card? NoIs having a P-Card an essential function of this position? NoDoes this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?NoDoes this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)YesCredit 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

Lead and implement logistics of Parent Weekends & other special Parent events including parent dinners, specialty send offs, and other needs within parent and leadership giving

Percentage of time40 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Oversee Parent general communications including website, special brochures and other programming publications

Percentage of time20 Duties/Responsibilities

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Assist Senior Director with stewardship of major and principal gift donor materials for parent and leadership giving

Percentage of time10 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Respond to parent questions and concerns from phone, email and direct mail efforts and support parent orientation efforts

Percentage of time10 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Track and update Parent Council donations and roster

Percentage of time10 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Order and oversee specialty items for Parent Giving Programs

Other duties as assigned

Percentage of time10Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about this vacant position?
   • UGAJobs (UGA's job board)
   • LinkedIn
   • Handshake
   • Indeed.com
   • HigherEdJobs
   • A current UGA employee
   • Other (please provide resource)
2. * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
   • No Response
   • No
   • Yes

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents