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Development Officer, Georgia 4-H - Athens

Employer
The University of Georgia
Location
Athens Area

Job Details

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting NumberS03908PWorking TitleDevelopment Officer, Georgia 4-H - AthensDepartmentCAES State 4-HAbout 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/DepartmentCollege/Unit/Department websitePosting TypeExternalRetirement PlanTRS or ORPEmployment TypeEmployeeBenefits EligibilityBenefits EligibleFull/Part timeFull TimeWork ScheduleAdditional Schedule Information

Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with some evenings and weekends.

Advertised SalaryCommensurate with ExperiencePosting Date09/10/2019Open 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 Grade065FLSAExemptJob FamilyDevelopmentFTE1.00Minimum 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 QualificationsPosition Summary

The Development Officer reports to the Executive Director of the Georgia 4-H Foundation. This position will implement identified priorities and funding needs for the George 4-H Foundation in coordination with the State 4-H program. This highly responsible professional position has accountability for the implementation of the Georgia 4-H Foundation annual fund campaigns, special events as well as establishment of a portfolio of donors. Work is performed independently on the basis of a general assignment of the responsibilities and follows through the full continuity of the job to the final results. The position will work outside normal working hours.
http://georgia4h.org/

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Knowledge of fundraising or marketing/sales
- Highly developed organizational skills and working on multiple projects under deadlines
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with demonstrated public speaking skills
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with colleagues, donors and potential donors, and the general public
- Ability to develop and maintain professional skills by participating in continuing education and professional development activities such as conferences, workshops, and committee work; by conducting research or writing for publication; or by engaging in other creative and learning activities

Physical Demands

Sit at desk for extended periods of time, lift up to 20 lbs.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?Is this a Position of Trust?Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?NoDoes 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?YesDoes this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)NoCredit 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

- Coordinate the Georgia 4-H Foundation’s annual fund campaign(s)
- Cultivate and corporate individual and foundation gifts in support of the Foundation’s fund raising priorities
- Establish a corporate and individual portfolio of gifts varying in size from $2,500-$25,000 each
- Contribute to the mission of the Foundation by actively participating in the development and evaluation of departmental goals, initiatives, and special events, serving on appropriate committees, and maintaining awareness of changes in the organization and the university community.
- Maintain flexibility and awareness of changes and needs in the office and organization by assuming similar duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Coordinate, implement, and manage:
Annual Fund appeals
Project Sponsors donor requests and renewal
Special Events donor requests and renewal
Scholarship donor requests and renewal
Annual needs list of unfunded projects, events, and scholarships
Special Annual Fund appeals/reminders as prioritized by the Foundation to support the 4-H program
Communication for all annual fund campaigns, including but not limited to, letters, gift receipts and acknowledgements.
Correspondence/acknowledgements and solicitation to UGA payroll deduction participants
- Conduct 5 personal (face to face) and 15-20 impersonal (telephone, letter, etc.) visits per month with annual fund donors

Percentage of time60 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Special Events:
Coordinate and implement special events including both fundraising and stewardship events for the Georgia 4-H Foundation in cooperation with the Board of Trustees, appropriate committees, Executive Director and Foundation Staff.
In collaboration with Georgia 4-H Foundation Trustees, committees/sub-committees, and Foundation Executive Director and Staff, coordinate and assist with the planning, implementation and evaluation of:
Events for 4-H alumni and friends
Donor receptions
Regional alumni programs
State 4-H Congress donor tours

Percentage of time20 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Stewardship:
Keep records on and stewards all prospects through visits, phone calls or other contacts by compiling reports, writing follow-up letters of prospect visits, etc.
Coordinate the procurement and distribution of promotional items and donor gifts to annual fund donors
Assist in stewardship reports to donors
Coordinate acknowledgement letters/phone calls from staff, board, and other relevant partners

Percentage of time15 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Reporting:
Keep the Executive Director, State 4-H Leader, and other Foundation staff informed of status of the annual fund program efforts by communicating all potential donors, new projects, development efforts, and other pertinent information.
Report goals, progress, and achievements quarterly to Executive Director
Attend Foundation Board Meetings, reporting on annual fund progress
Assist Executive Director and Director of Development in identifying major gift prospects by analyzing donor roll of annual fund donors
Provide, as needed, articles, photos, information needed for newsletter (Cornerstone) and the
annual report (Cloverleaf)
Submit processes in 4-H Foundation (Raiser’s Edge) and University of Georgia (GAIL) database(s) for gift reports and acknowledgement

Percentage of time5Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
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    • Yes
Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents
    Optional Documents
    1. Resume/CV
    2. Cover Letter

    Organization

    The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest and most comprehensive institution of higher education. Founded in 1785, it is the birthplace of public higher education in America.

    Today, UGA enrolls more than 40,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The main campus has 460 buildings on 767 acres of land. The total acreage of UGA in 30 Georgia counties is 41,539. UGA has 18 colleges and schools, which include Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Business, Ecology, Education, Engineering, Environment and Design, Family and Consumer Sciences, Forestry and Natural Resources, Graduate School, Journalism and Mass Communication, Law, Pharmacy, Public Health, Public and International Affairs, Social Work, Veterinary Medicine, and the Honors College. It offers 24 baccalaureate degrees in more than 140 fields; 33 master’s degrees in 144 fields; 8 educational specialist degrees; four doctoral degrees in 99 areas; professional degrees in law, pharmacy and veterinary medicine; and more than 170 study-abroad and exchange programs. UGA Libraries rank among the nation’s best research libraries and contain a total of 5.3 million volumes and one of nation’s largest map collections. The university has had 25 recipients of the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship, making it one of the nation’s top Rhodes producers among public universities. UGA is home of the Peabody Awards, presented annually for distinguished achievement and meritorious public service for television, podcast/radio, and digital media. It also is home of Georgia’s State Botanical Garden, state Museum of Art and State Museum of Natural History. Additionally, UGA has one of the largest and most comprehensive public service and outreach programs conducted by an American educational institution.

    Company info
    Telephone
    706-542-3000
    Location
    215 S. Jackson St.
    Athens
    Georgia
    30602
    US

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