Development Associate (Non-Exempt)

POSITION: Development Associate (Non-Exempt)

HSU JOB FAMILY CLASSIFICATION:Advancement Operations I II or III

DEPARTMENT: Advancement

SUPERVISOR TITLE: Vice President for Engagement and Advancement

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

EXEMPTION: N/A

LOCATION: HSU Campus Abilene Texas

TARGET HIRE DATE:As Soon As Possible

HSU CHRISTIAN STANDARD REQUIREMENT FOR EMPLOYMENTCandidate must profess a Christian Faith maintainmembership in a local congregation and respect the values and distinctivescentral to the historically Baptist values of HSU as reflected in theUniversitys Statement of Faith.

CONTACT INFORMATION:Human Resources or

SUMMARY/SCOPE:

Implements thedaily operations of various university fundraising programs and activities.

HSU JOB FAMILY CLASSIFICATION INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage a portfolio of prospects and donors throughqualification cultivation solicitation stewardship and renewal strategiesdesigned to increase philanthropic support for Hardin-Simmons University.

Executemeaningful stewardship activities to ensure donors understand the impact oftheir gifts and remain engaged with the university.

Preparedonor proposals impact reports thank-you communications and other donorengagement materials as needed.

Workwith campus partners (i.e. academics athletics and student clubs andorganizations) to identify funding priorities and develop fundraisingstrategies that increase philanthropic support for their areas.

Assistcampus partners in planning and executing fundraising campaigns annual givinginitiatives donor engagement events and special projects.

Provideappropriate staffing at advancement and alumni events.

Accuratelydocument donor interactions proposals solicitations stewardship activitiesand relationship strategies within the universitys constituent relationshipmanagement system in a timely manner.

Meetestablished fundraising goals and key performance indicators including donorvisits qualification activities solicitations stewardship efforts andphilanthropic revenue targets.

Strategicallyplan and implement objectives with key contacts.

Collaboratewith university leadership faculty coaches alumni volunteers andadvancement colleagues to identify and advance fundraising opportunities.

Manageindividual supplies operations and travel budgets.

Mustmaintain a valid drivers license and be insurable under university guidelines.

Foster teamwork with fellow teammembers.

Attend life events for donors andtheir family members.

Perform miscellaneous job-relatedduties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None are required for this position.

COMPETENCIES: This is your opportunity to demonstrate how your education and/or experience in your current or previous job relates to each function of this position.

Interview decisions are partially based on this information.

On a separate sheet of paper write a paragraph for each competency listed below describing your background and qualifications in each area.

To perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.

Job Knowledge-Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn andapply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimalsupervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; usesresources effectively.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity andopenness to others views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to buildinga positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to buildmorale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyonesefforts to succeed.

ChangeManagement -Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively;builds commitment and overcomes resistance; prepares and supports thoseaffected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results.

Ethics - Treats peoplewith respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works withintegrity and principles; upholds organizational values.

AchievementFocus - Sets andachieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles;measures self against standard of excellence; recognizes and acts onopportunities; takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES (Language Mathematical Reasoning and Computer Skills):

LANGUAGESKILLS:Ability to read analyzeand interpret general business periodicals professional journals technicalprocedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports businesscorrespondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present informationand respond to questions from groups of managers clients customers and the generalpublic.

MATHEMATICALSKILLS: Ability to addsubtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numberscommon fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate ratio and percent andto draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONINGABILITY:Ability to solve practicalproblems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where onlylimited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructionsfurnished in written oral diagram or schedule form.

COMPUTERSKILLS:To perform this jobsuccessfully an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software;Spreadsheet software; Project Management software; Order processing systems;Internet software; Development software and Contact Management systems.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Bachelorsdegree required.

2-5years of previous related work experience is preferred

Mustunderstand generational differences and be able to effectively utilize theappropriate medium to reach different audiences.

Strong organizational skills required. Must know and useproper telephone etiquette.

Must havestrong computer relationship management and customer service skills.

Must be proficient with computers comfortable talking on thephone and in meetings sitting for long periods of time and have ability todrive for extensive work-related travel.

Relevant experiencein fundraising sales relationship management customer service highereducation or related fields may be considered in lieu of degree requirementswhere appropriate.

Must be able to maintain confidentiality concerning financialrecords and other personal information.

The above requirements will be validated through the writtencompetencies provided by the applicant in addition to the interview process andreference checks regarding past employment experience etc.

TRAVEL/TIME REQUIREMENTS: This positionrequires frequent travel. Evening and weekend work required especially as partof travel. Occasional holiday work required.

CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS:

None are required for this position at this time.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Thephysical demands described here are representative of those that must be met byan employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilitiesto perform the essential functions.

Whileperforming the duties of this Job the employee is regularly required to usehands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk orhear. The employee is frequentlyrequired to stand; walk and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/ormove up to 50 pounds. Specific visionabilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

Thejob is sedentary in nature. Must be able to sit for long periods whileperforming office and phone/computer operations and/or while driving due toextensive travel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Thework environment characteristics described here are representative of those anemployee encounters while performing the essential functions of this accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilitiesto perform the essential functions.

Whileperforming the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed tooutside weather conditions.

Thenoise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This position is a Full-TimeNon-Exempt/Hourly Staff Position.

A minimum of a 40-hour work week is expected. Irregular hoursand evening and weekend work and/or assignments beyond a 40-hour week isrequired during peak season and/or to meet project deadlines is required.

All hours worked beyond 40 hours in a single work week willbe compensated at time and a half per FLSA guidelines.

Frequent travel is requiredincluding evenings and weekends especially as part of travel.

Occasionallyholiday work is also required.

Additional travel may be required onoccasion to attend training workshops on occasion.

Must have andmaintain a valid Class C Drivers License and maintain a clear driving recordto be insurable under the university liability policy.

Must be able to drive to complete work assignments on and offcampus as needed.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: For more information concerning benefits offered to HSU employees see theHSU Benefits Summary on the HSU website.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:

HSUcomplies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws including thoseprohibiting discrimination on the basis of age sex pregnancy race colornational origin disability genetic information and military service. HSU is aprivate university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas andmay lawfully consider an applicants religion as a selection criterion. HSU iscommitted to hiring faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith andfully support HSUs mission.

Inaccordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) HSU providesreasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities who areemployees or applicants for employment except when the accommodation wouldimpose an undue hardship. Requests for reasonable accommodation should bedirected to Human Resources.

BACKGROUND SCREEN:

HSU does not discriminate on the basis of race color age sex disability genetic information national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities in keeping with applicable state and federal law. HSU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the universitys financial and physical assets. Therefore Hardin-Simmons University conducts background checks. Depending on the position applicants may also be required to consent to a credit check as part of the background check process. As a non-profit institution of higher education committed to Christian faith and values the University exercises its rights under state and federal law to use religion as a factor in making employment decisions.

Required Experience:

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