Associate Director of Donor Relations
- Employer
- Colgate University
- Location
- Hamilton, NY
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Professional/Administrative
Position Title:Associate Director of Donor Relations
Full Time/Part Time:Full Time
Division:Office of Advancement
Department:Donor Relations
Work Arrangement type:Hybrid/Partial Remote – a combination of on-site and remote work. Specific schedules (e.g., 3 days on-site, 2 days remote) are determined by the department based on operational needs.
Hiring Wage/Salary Range:$67,000-$71,000
Professional Experience/ Qualifications:- Three or more years of professional experience in a fundraising or communications environment.
- Demonstrated project management experience.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong writing skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively to diverse audiences of donors, alumni, faculty, and staff.
- Demonstrated customer service experience.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships among internal constituencies.
- Aptitude for using a CRM system and other technology platforms.
- Demonstrated sensitivity in handling confidential information.
- Professional experience in the donor relations field
- Professional experience in higher education or other non-profit environment
Education:
A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Offer Determination:When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations.
Other Information:Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Benefits:Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. Explore the full benefits package on our Benefits page.
Department Statement:Founded in 1819, Colgate University is a small, highly selective residential liberal arts college for students of talent who are preparing for lives of leadership and productive citizenship. The University is currently engaged in a $1-billion campaign in support of the Third-Century Plan, a comprehensive roadmap that will advance Colgate’s efforts to pursue its mission at the highest level. The associate director of donor relations is responsible for a comprehensive reporting program to ensure that the University’s donors are well-informed about the impact of their support.
Accountabilities:Accountable for effective contribution to the University’s comprehensive donor relations and stewardship program. Accountable for appropriately and consistently promoting interaction with and recognition of donors through timely and suitable stewardship and recognition activities. Responsible for sustaining positive and mutually rewarding relationships between the University and its donors, and partnering with University and advancement colleagues to determine the best strategies for effective stewardship and recognition of donors.
Accountable for planning and executing stewardship activities related to endowed funds, including but not limited to annual endowment and impact reports. Accountable for coordinating and creating impact communications about major fundraising initiatives to donors at all levels. Accountable for advising on the appropriate creation of gift funds and compliance with donor intent. Responsible for maintaining ongoing and active networking with internal and external constituencies. Responsible for assisting with other stewardship and recognition activities as needed, including but not limited to coordinating donor signage and executing recognition events.
2026S054Posting
Temporary:No
Job Open Date:07/16/2026
Open Until Filled:Yes
Special Instructions Summary:Please provide a sample report of donor impact (or equivalent).
EEO Statement:The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.
Clery Act:CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS
The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.
Organization
Colgate is a nationally recognized liberal arts college set on a beautiful campus in central New York.
Some 2,900 undergraduates are enrolled in 54 programs, taking advantage of the university's award-winning curriculum, off-campus study program, and numerous research opportunities.
Students enjoy small class sizes taught by expert faculty members -- not teaching assistants.
The university’s strategic plan offers a blueprint for turning today’s students into tomorrow’s leaders, joining the scores of alumni already playing major roles in a variety of fields. The Center for Career Services is a key player as students make this transition.
Colgate hums with activity. It is a place where the arts thrive. Student-athletes compete at the very highest level of NCAA Division I sports. There are dozens of club and intramural sports programs, and the college’s outdoor education program is second to none.
Above all, Colgate is about academic excellence. It is a tradition forged in 1819 and honed through the years by each class of select students.
Colgate University is a highly selective residential liberal arts institution distinguished by academic excellence and interdisciplinary inquiry. Located on a beautiful campus in upstate New York, Colgate takes pride in the active engagement of its students, staff, and faculty in local, national, and global communities. At Colgate, we feel that a diverse and inclusive community is a cornerstone of educational excellence.
Colgate University is a highly selective residential liberal arts institution distinguished by academic excellence and interdisciplinary inquiry. Located on a beautiful campus in upstate New York, Colgate takes pride in the active engagement of its students, staff, and faculty in local, national, and global communities. At Colgate, we feel that a diverse and inclusive community is a cornerstone of educational excellence.
The Office of Equity and Diversity at Colgate is charged with fostering a diverse and collaborative community by increasing understanding, respect and inclusion. It is the mission of the office to support campus diversity initiatives with the goal of increasing understanding, respect and inclusion, and to ensure compliance with policies relating to affirmative action, discrimination, and harassment. The university’s strong commitment to equal opportunity and inclusivity is clearly articulated in the diversity mission statement found here. The university strives to provide an environment where everyone in our community can learn about, appreciate, and celebrate our diverse cultures and gain understanding, knowledge and skills to be engaged citizens locally as well as globally.
Colgate University fully subscribes to all federal and state civil rights laws banning discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Colgate will not discriminate against any student, employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, creed, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status (including special disabled veteran, Vietnam-era veteran, or recently separated veteran), predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any complaint process at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights agencies. This nondiscrimination policy covers both employment and access to educational opportunities. It is the policy of the university to provide equal opportunity in employment and not to discriminate against any individuals with disabilities who are qualified for employment in the positions for which they apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
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