Development & Alumni Relations Coordinator

Department

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy . Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom. Position Information Classification Title Administrative Assistant I FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Preferred Qualifications Position Summary The Development and Alumni Relations Coordinator provides administrative support to the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences Office of Development and Alumni Relations. The Development and Alumni Relations Coordinator is a critical component to the success of the Senior Director as well as to the success of the entire department.

Under the Senior Director’s leadership, the Office of Development and Alumni Relations is responsible for building and coordinating connections with donors, alumni, and friends to promote the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences and its mission. The team is responsible for engaging over , alumni and raising $M + annually in private gifts to support the University and Franklin College Dean’s priorities.

This position involves attention to detail, excellent computer and writing skills, a positive/can-do attitude, and a friendly and calm demeanor. The position demonstrates initiative in assisting with other responsibilities and projects as needed to enhance the operations of the entire Office of Development and Alumni Relations. This position is extremely confidential in nature, having access to confidential donor/alumni information, financial information, and employee/HR information. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Works well in team setting or independently
• Attention to detail
• Solution-based approach to handling daily tasks
• High-level of organizational skills
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills

Physical Demands

• Working in a standard office environment.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit 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. Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Assist Sr. Director with Administrative Needs

• Schedule and prepare for meetings – may include presentations, agendas, briefings, etc.
• Assist Sr. Director with Outlook calendar management and meeting scheduling.
• Manage all communications with the Development and Alumni Relations staff and external constituents when the Senior Director is traveling/out of the office.
• Plan and implement team staff meetings.
• Coordinate all aspects of donor/volunteer visits – may include parking, meeting space, meeting materials, catering, etc.
• Manage follow-up for meetings – may include entering contact reports into GAIL, follow-up correspondence, etc.
• Assist in preparing annual budgets (state + Foundation accounts) and maintaining accurate balances, processing invoices, etc.

Percentage of time Duties/Responsibilities Event Assistance

• Assist with event planning, logistics and materials for receptions, donor and alumni events, board meetings etc. Duties my include arranging space, catering, entertainment, nametags, signage, etc.
• Maintain Development and Alumni Relations event calendars.

Percentage of time Duties/Responsibilities General Office Administration

• Mail letters and packages as needed as well as route and distribute incoming mail.
• Maintain supplies such as business letterhead, business cards, nametags, personal stationery, etc.
• Assist the team with maintaining accurate records in the GAIL database.
• Facilitate gift processing.
• Serve as the first point of contact for alumni and donor inquiries.
• Serve as a point of contact with the business office for budget, expenses, and reimbursements.
• Assist gift officers with travel needs such as travel reimbursement requests, travel authority requests, and making other travel arrangements as needed.
• Assist with donor check processing and delivery of checks to UGA Foundation.
• Ensure UGA Foundation policies and criteria are upheld in all aspects of data management.
• Support all gift officers with liaison management: organize agenda, follow up documentation, handle logistics, and prepare handouts for department liaison meetings.

Percentage of time Duties/Responsibilities Assist Donor Relations and Stewardship

• Manage comprehensive acknowledgment process including writing and mailing all acknowledgment letters and emails.
• Compile Franklin honor roll of donors, including Dean’s giving society
• Prepare weekly gift reports for Dean and development staff

Percentage of time

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name Stephanie Rosso Recruitment Contact Email srosso@ Recruitment Contact Phone