Advancement Database Coordinator
- Employer
- Central College
- Location
- Pella, IA
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- Administrative Jobs
- Technology, Database Administration
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Department:: Advancement
Locations:: Pella, IA
Posted:: Jul 29, 2021
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Hourly
Position ID:: 134435
About Central College:
Founded in 1853, Central College of Pella, Iowa, is a private, residential four-year liberal arts college known for its academic rigor and strength in global experiential learning, STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), sustainability education, athletics success, and tradition, and leadership and service. Central continues to value its long-standing relationship with the Reformed Church in America that began in 1916. The college participates in NCAA Division III athletics and is a member of the American Rivers Conference. Central is an active part of the Greater Des Moines region and is just two minutes from Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake.
Central College is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive community where students and employees feel welcome and can thrive. The Central College Welcome Statement is designed to promote and protect the safety, respect, and integrity of relationships among all members of our community. Each individual is responsible for creating an atmosphere that fosters openness, mutual respect, and inclusivity. To achieve these ends, Central College aims to establish a safe environment for all persons, including those considered diverse by contemporary and sometimes changing standards.
Central College is an equal opportunity employer. The college encourages candidates to apply who are from diverse backgrounds and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, genetic information (for employees), or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, Central seeks candidates who have had experience working with and/or interacting with individuals from diverse populations to apply.
Job Description:
Responsible to the Director of Advancement Services for maintaining the advancement database and providing general administrative support to the advancement office.
Process transactions associated with gifts to Central College
- Add and adjust all Colleague database records which are recorded gifts/commitments to Central College and generate their corresponding tax receipt and acknowledgement
- Reconcile daily and monthly donation reports with the Staff Accountant in the Central Controller's Office
- Is knowledgeable in the use of software with outside partners for securing gifts and extracting information for gift processing
- Understands the basics of the IRS guidelines regarding the acceptance of gifts to Central College
Maintain the advancement database records
- Update and add all records utilizing the Colleague system
- Stay current with all practices related to database management and the Colleague system.
- Analyze constituent data and how it can best be used to benefit all areas of Central College.
Provide general administrative support for the college advancement office in cooperation with other office support staff
- Help with projects and events such as Homecoming and Scholarship Dinner, event registration through the activities and events module, database projects, mailings, etc.
- Understand the reporting tool to provide timely information and reports as well as be able to generate a report new report.
- Assist with assigning, training, and verifying work of advancement office student employees.
Serves as backup to Director of Advancement Service
Requirements:
- Two years of database management experience with strong math aptitude.
- Knowledge of office support procedures, including MS Office and web applications preferred.
Perform under minimal supervision, regular work assignments within standard practices with a high level of confidentiality.
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Additional Information:
A post-offer background check will be completed.
Organization
Founded in 1853, Central College of Pella, Iowa, is a private, residential four-year liberal arts college known for its academic rigor and strength in global experiential learning, STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), sustainability education, athletics success and tradition, and leadership and service. Central continues to value its long-standing relationship with the Reformed Church in America. The college participates in NCAA Division III athletics and is a member of the Iowa Conference. Central is an active part of the Greater Des Moines region and just two minutes from Lake Red Rock, Iowa’s largest lake.
About the college:
At Central, curiosity is met with challenge and exploration yields self-discovery. Students focus on hands-on learning experiences and expand their worlds through service and internship opportunities, research projects with faculty and work-study positions. Central also actively supports off-campus study-abroad programs around the world as part of our commitment to global experiential learning and well over half of Central students study internationally prior to graduation.
The Central College academic community is dedicated to educating undergraduate students. Approximately 100 faculty and 300 staff members, full- and part-time, serve more than 1,300 undergraduates, who hail from Iowa, 26 other states, the District of Columbia, and nine countries around the world. The power of the Central global network through alumni, parents, donors, and corporate partners brings significant opportunities for the college and its students. Over 70 academic programs of study are offered to undergraduates, in addition to integrated interdisciplinary studies student-designed majors.
The campus culture is one of engagement. Half of the students participate in intercollegiate athletics. Central is in the NCAA Division III and a member the Iowa Intercollegiate Athletics Conference (IIAC). Of current students, 26% are enrolled in a fine arts course (art, music or theatre). The Mills Gallery showcases art exhibitions throughout the year, including student exhibits in the spring. Theatre programs involve students in every facet of stage production with a handful of major productions annually. A wide range of campus life and student leadership opportunities attract students in large numbers. Over 100 student organizations and clubs enjoy robust student involvement at Central.
Mission statement:
Central College is a residential liberal arts college dedicated to helping students discover and develop their greatest potential. Guided by its ecumenical Christian tradition, the college community engages in vigorous, open inquiry in pursuit of academic excellence.
The College nurtures the development of the mind, while fostering spiritual and emotional maturity and physical well-being. Central integrates career preparation with the development of values essential to responsible citizenship, empowering graduates for effective service in local, national and international communities.
Location:
Just two minutes from Lake Red Rock, Iowa’s largest lake, the community of Pella is home to corporate headquarters of international companies such as Vermeer Corporation, Pella Corporation (Pella Windows and Doors), and Precision Pulley and Idler, Inc. (PPI). Pella is a thriving community of 10,350 residents, famous for its annual Tulip Time festival which is held each May.
While located in Pella, Central is also an active part of the Greater Des Moines region – a region ranked No. 1 for Metro with the Most Community Pride (Gallup, 2015), No. 2 in Top 10 U.S. Cities to Land Work (NBC News, 2015), No. 2 in Best Cities for Jobs 2015 (Forbes), No. 1 for America’s best cities for young professionals (Forbes, 2014) and has earned dozens of other top rankings as well. The college and the Pella community are both members of the Greater Des Moines Partnership, a regional economic and community development organization.
Accreditation:
Central College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of:
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
- State of Iowa Board of Education
- Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Educators
- National Association of Schools of Music
- American Chemical Society
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