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About the University of Denver
The University of Denver (DU), a private university, is the oldest independent university in the Rocky Mountain region, with approximately 12,900 students in undergraduate and graduate programs. DU is classified as an R1: Doctoral University - very high research activity as a Doctoral/Research University. Financial Times Higher Education, U.S. News, and The Princeton Review have consistently ranked DU among the nation's top 100 universities and among the top three universities in the state of Colorado.
The University of Denver embodies the spirit of exploration and discovery that define our region and our history. With nationally recognized academic programs, a history of widespread influence, a forward-looking vision for a 21st-century education, and a deep commitment to promoting inclusion, we open a world of opportunity to students and empower Pioneers to make a difference around the world.
About DU Advancement
In preparation for the most ambitious philanthropic campaign in the University's history, the University of Denver is building an advancement enterprise that mirrors the excellence and innovation of our great institution. Inclusive of alumni relations, development, and student and alumni career services, DU Advancement is building and fostering a culture of deep engagement and philanthropy in support of our bold vision.
The University of Denver and DU Advancement deeply value inclusive excellence, recognizing that its success is dependent on how well it values, engages, and includes the rich diversity of constituents. As a part of that effort, we are continuing to grow a team of inclusive, collaborative, inquisitive, innovative, ethical, and transparent advancement professionals who possess deep mutual respect for one another and for our shared profession.
About the College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences (CAHSS)
The College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences (CAHSS), the University of Denver's largest and most diverse academic unit, is committed to providing students with the education and skills necessary to succeed at any career in today's global, communication-based society. With over 28,000 alumni, CAHSS is comprised of two schools, 13 departments and numerous centers and institutes. CAHSS is where all DU undergraduate students build the foundation of their higher education. All 6,000 undergraduate students at DU take liberal arts courses in CAHSS, and one-third of these students declare a CAHSS major. Several of our departments and schools also offer masters and two have PhD programs. These range from music, art, media and journalism, economics and psychology and our Centers for Judaic Studies, Art Collection Ethics and the Denver Publishing Institute.
CAHSS faculty, staff and students come together in a shared quest for knowledge of the human condition. Students from around the world join us to study the many ways in which humans live in time and in space, as individuals and in groups. Our award-winning faculty members incorporate their national and international research and creative endeavors into the classroom to enhance the comprehensive learning experience and are engaged in community-based learning as part of DU's mission to advance the public good.
Position Summary
The Advancement Coordinator supports annual giving and donor stewardship in the College of Arts, Humanities, & Social Sciences. Reporting to the Director of Development for Annual Giving, the Coordinator will provide administrative and project management support for unit-specific annual giving appeals, stewardship for targeted priorities and funds, and constituent communications.
This is a non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.
Essential Functions
Annual Giving
Approximately 15-20 hours per week; flexibility to establish a semi-regular weekly schedule; some nights and weekends as required.
Application Deadline
For best consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) December 4, 2023.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Hourly Range
The hourly range for the position is $20.43 - $25.50.
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate's sex or any other protected status.
Benefits
The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.
Please include the following documents with your application:
The University of Denver (DU), a private university, is the oldest independent university in the Rocky Mountain region, with approximately 12,900 students in undergraduate and graduate programs. DU is classified as an R1: Doctoral University - very high research activity as a Doctoral/Research University. Financial Times Higher Education, U.S. News, and The Princeton Review have consistently ranked DU among the nation's top 100 universities and among the top three universities in the state of Colorado.
The University of Denver embodies the spirit of exploration and discovery that define our region and our history. With nationally recognized academic programs, a history of widespread influence, a forward-looking vision for a 21st-century education, and a deep commitment to promoting inclusion, we open a world of opportunity to students and empower Pioneers to make a difference around the world.
About DU Advancement
In preparation for the most ambitious philanthropic campaign in the University's history, the University of Denver is building an advancement enterprise that mirrors the excellence and innovation of our great institution. Inclusive of alumni relations, development, and student and alumni career services, DU Advancement is building and fostering a culture of deep engagement and philanthropy in support of our bold vision.
The University of Denver and DU Advancement deeply value inclusive excellence, recognizing that its success is dependent on how well it values, engages, and includes the rich diversity of constituents. As a part of that effort, we are continuing to grow a team of inclusive, collaborative, inquisitive, innovative, ethical, and transparent advancement professionals who possess deep mutual respect for one another and for our shared profession.
About the College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences (CAHSS)
The College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences (CAHSS), the University of Denver's largest and most diverse academic unit, is committed to providing students with the education and skills necessary to succeed at any career in today's global, communication-based society. With over 28,000 alumni, CAHSS is comprised of two schools, 13 departments and numerous centers and institutes. CAHSS is where all DU undergraduate students build the foundation of their higher education. All 6,000 undergraduate students at DU take liberal arts courses in CAHSS, and one-third of these students declare a CAHSS major. Several of our departments and schools also offer masters and two have PhD programs. These range from music, art, media and journalism, economics and psychology and our Centers for Judaic Studies, Art Collection Ethics and the Denver Publishing Institute.
CAHSS faculty, staff and students come together in a shared quest for knowledge of the human condition. Students from around the world join us to study the many ways in which humans live in time and in space, as individuals and in groups. Our award-winning faculty members incorporate their national and international research and creative endeavors into the classroom to enhance the comprehensive learning experience and are engaged in community-based learning as part of DU's mission to advance the public good.
Position Summary
The Advancement Coordinator supports annual giving and donor stewardship in the College of Arts, Humanities, & Social Sciences. Reporting to the Director of Development for Annual Giving, the Coordinator will provide administrative and project management support for unit-specific annual giving appeals, stewardship for targeted priorities and funds, and constituent communications.
This is a non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.
Essential Functions
Annual Giving
- Serve as a liaison to the central annual giving team providing unit level strategy and information in support of campus-wide appeals.
- In partnership with the CAHSS advancement team, identify priorities and funds for mini-campaigns on both an ad-hoc and annual basis and lead development and execution of appeals.
- In partnership with the CAHSS advancement team, define and identify key metrics for constituent moves management from annual giving to leadership annual giving, as well as major and planned giving.
- Identify and manage data needs related to annual giving.
- Oversee annual participation in 1Day4DU for CAHSS coordinating closely with central annual giving, alumni engagement, and major gift officers.
- In partnership with the CAHSS advancement team, steward annual and leadership annual giving donors for targeted priorities and funds through thoughtful impact-based communications.
- Partner with Donor Relations and Stewardship on impact reports for non-endowed funds and programs.
- Partner with Marketing and Communications in CAHSS and Advancement to identify donor stories to promote fundraising initiatives.
- Serve as an active and collaborative partner to central and unit-based advancement functions and other campus colleagues to foster strategic, effective, and collaborative talent management practices.
- Model "One DU" leadership.
- Outstanding attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including verbal, written and organizational skills.
- An understanding and attitude of customer service; ability to be very flexible and adapt to change.
- Must be able to manage time well, particularly while managing competing priorities.
- Willingness to take initiative, keep a positive attitude, and maintain a professional demeanor.
- Adept at problem-solving, critical thinking, and using judgment in situations that that require sensitivity and tact.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education or work experience (Veterans with equivalent combination of military certification/education and experience may substitute for the degree qualification)
- 2 years of professional administrative, constituent relations, or related experience
- Experience in higher education or similarly complex non-profit organization specifically supporting advancement efforts
- Standard open office environment
- Noise level is quiet to moderate
- Eligible for hybrid work
- Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period
- Must be willing and able to travel between multiple buildings across campus, and to move computer hardware from building to building with assistance (occasionally up to 20lb)
Approximately 15-20 hours per week; flexibility to establish a semi-regular weekly schedule; some nights and weekends as required.
Application Deadline
For best consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) December 4, 2023.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Hourly Range
The hourly range for the position is $20.43 - $25.50.
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate's sex or any other protected status.
Benefits
The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.
Please include the following documents with your application:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Denver prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University's educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; Equal Pay Act; Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Workers' Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non-Discrimination-Statement.
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.
Advertised: November 17, 2023
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