Gift Associate

Gift Associate

The Gift Associate is responsible for daily processing of deposits for all charitable gifts for Augusta University and Augusta University Real Estate Foundations. The Gift Associate prepares accurate, timely and complete gift receipts for all donations to comply with applicable IRS regulations in addition to analysis and processing of daily gift batches into the donor database.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• The Gift Associate is responsible for daily processing of deposits for all charitable gifts for Augusta University and Augusta University Real Estate Foundations.
• The Gift Associate prepares accurate, timely and complete gift receipts for all donations to comply with applicable IRS regulations in addition to analysis and processing of daily gift batches into the donor database.
• Analyzes gifts to determine appropriate campaigns, funds and appeals for each gift to be processed and accurately and appropriately adds or enters changes to biographical, gift prospect management and other constituent database information as needed.
• Ensures all proper gift documentation is obtained, scanned/filed and maintained in an organized manner for all electronic and hard copy files.
• Produces daily gift batch reports, control reports and other ad hoc reports pertaining to gifts received as needed.
• Processes all daily gift batches into the Raiser's Edge database including web donations, credit card batch entries, cash, checks and all other transactions to appropriate fund in accordance with donor intent, foundation policies and all IRS rules and regulations governing contributions.
• Prepares daily gift acknowledgement letters for AUF and AUREF to ensure accurate and contemporaneous acknowledgements of gifts per IRS regulations.
• Processes all gifts received directly in Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement for deposit into affiliated entities of Augusta University to the appropriate fund in accordance with donor intent, foundation policies and all IRS rules and regulations governing contributions.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications include:

• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in related field and 3 years progressively responsible experience in administrative support positions OR High School Diploma from a recognized State or Federal accrediting organization and 6 years progressively responsible experience in administrative support positions.
• Gift processing and Raiser's Edge knowledge and experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Gift processing experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities include:

• Attention to detail.
• Ability to remain very organized.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment.

Shift/Salary/Benefits:

Shift: Days/M-F Pay Band: B6 Salary Range: $18.85/hourly - $23.55/hourly Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position. Recruitment Period: 8/11/26 - Until Filled Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Conditions of Employment:

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check complete for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgement and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

This position will require the acquisition of a P-Card and/or handle cash, credit or other sensitive information and will require a satisfactory Consumer Credit check as a condition of employment.

Other Information:

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. " Augusta University is a patient-and-family-centered care institution, where employees partner everyday with patients and families for success". Augusta University is a tobacco free environment and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply:

Consider applying with us today! Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role. Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee If you need further assistance, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io.