Manager, Annual Giving and Alumni Relations

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Position Information
Position Title
Manager, Annual Giving and Alumni Relations
Position Type
Staff
Department
Development
FLSA
Exempt
Union/Non Union
Non Union
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Grade
14
Salary Range
Hiring Salary Range
$66,281 - $80,000 / Annually
Fixed Term/Tenure Track (Faculty Only)
Regular or Temporary
Regular
Job Description Summary
The manager of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations is responsible for developing, planning and implementing a comprehensive Annual Giving program that will increase participation and financial support from alumni and friends of the college as well as coordinate all logistical functions related to a comprehensive Alumni Relations effort. The manager of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations will also coordinate and manage all aspects of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations fundraising to include: direct mail; sponsorship solicitations, budgeting, tracking, financial reporting, special events, volunteer management, and stewardship.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree required
• Three years of development experience, preferably in higher education.
• Two years of fundraising experience required, preferably in a nonprofit environment.

Criteria
CRITERIA: The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. A Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below for this position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Manages a comprehensive Annual Giving program designed to broaden the college's donor base and increase overall participation and financial support in annual campaigns
• Manages a targeted, multi-channel Annual Giving solicitation program to include direct mail, Giving Tuesday initiatives, Text2Give Campaigns, and increased online giving
• Develops alumni affinity societies and implements specialized prospecting, tracking, and stewardship activities
• Develops alumni engagement strategies to include alumni association, distinguished alumni nominations and awards, alumni day of service, and other programs
• Identifies Annual Giving donors and prospects, with a focus on increasing annual gifts, and makes recommendations for movement of assigned donors to major gift prospect tracking
• Establishes fundraising plans, schedules, metrics, and analysis of results for Annual Giving and Alumni engagement
• Prepares weekly, monthly and annual reporting on all alumni and Annual Giving activity
• Implements a multi-media marketing and communications plan to increase awareness and participation in Annual Giving and Alumni Relations (website, publications, social networking, etc.)
• Writes specialized, targeted fundraising appeals, messages, letters, and updates to multiple constituencies and audiences
• Designs collateral materials to support Annual Giving, Alumni Relations and special events
• Analyzes data regarding Annual Giving programs and past giving trends to provide analyses of program results and to plan for future segmentation
• Develops and implements strategy to increase the percentage of donors who take advantage of corporate matching gift programs
• Develops and monitors annual budgets for the Annual Giving program and Alumni engagement activities
• Develops and implements stewardship initiatives to recognize donors
• Organizes a highly effective and sustainable volunteer component within Annual Giving an alumni relation
• Generates alumni news, stories and information for use in print and electronic communication
• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to perform detailed work independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to work, on occasion, during non-peak hours (early mornings, evenings and weekends) to accommodate the availability of various constituents' groups
• Strong (verbal and written) communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Computer literate, with sound working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite®
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language sufficiently with the capacity to understand various forms, documentation, files and information
• Ability to provide direction to others through communication, modeling appropriate behavior, optimism, and high achievement
• Knowledge of database management and fundamentals of gift processing
• Openness to new ideas and their implementation
• Ability to utilize judgment to adapt to changing situations appropriately
• Ability to listen and understand donor needs, both internally and externally, and proactively respond in a timely and consistent and timely manner
• Demonstrated analytical and fund-raising skills with the ability to recognize opportunities, identify critical, high pay-off activities and prioritize them to attain goals
• Ability to manage, develop, and mentor staff
• Ability to use own transportation to attend off-campus meetings and events
• Demonstrated skills in gift solicitation
• Ability to represent the Office of Institutional Advancement to external constituents and work effectively with internal constituents across several levels including the president, program directors and trustees

Job Requirements
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. No significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
• As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
• A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.

Is Background Check Required?
Yes
Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus?
No
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
PGCC208811/12
Open Date
02/23/2024
Close Date
03/22/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Background Check Statement
Prince George's Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. PGCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, education verification, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Application Status; you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.