Assistant Director of the Clark Fund

Assistant Director of the Clark Fund

About Clark University:

Founded in 1887 Clark was one of the first all-graduate institutions in the United States. Today the University is a highly-ranked student-centered institution educating approximately 2350 undergraduate and 1150 graduate students to be imaginative and contributing citizens of the world and to advance the frontiers of knowledge and understanding through rigorous scholarship and creative effort. This commitment to scholarship and inquiry reflects the Universitys commitment to challenge convention and change our world and to address issues of critical importance to society. It is also reflected by Clarks many national and international distinctions including innovation community engagement and impact as a top green campus and for having a distinguished geography and international development program. Clark has also been included in the groundbreaking Colleges that Change Lives guide since it was first published in 1996.

Clark is located in Worcester Massachusetts a dynamic diverse city on the rise. The second largest city in New England Worcester is home to 11 institutions of higher learning and is increasingly recognized for its growing healthcare and biotechnology communities its thriving cultural scene and as a vibrant food hub.

Job Description:

The Assistant Director plays a vital role in supporting the work of The Clark Fund and the broader Advancement team at Clark University. This position provides essential organizational and administrative support manages the Clark Fund student worker program coordinates and executes events and oversees the Clark Fund inbox and phone line while delivering responsive high-quality customer service to alumni parents and friends. The role also manages key administrative and financial functions including credit card reconciliation requisitions and office supply ordering; while ensuring efficient office operations. The ideal candidate is highly organized technologically proficient and proactive with strong communication skills an understanding of development work and the ability to thrive in a dynamic fast-paced environment while advancing the mission of Clark University and the impact of higher education advancement.

Major Responsibilities:

• Manage the Clark Fund student worker program including hiring training scheduling and supervising student callers to support fundraising initiatives.
• Manage and grow the Clark Fund senior class gift program and student philanthropy program aimed at increasing student philanthropy.
• Coordinate and execute Clark Fund events and engagement activities that support donor stewardship and philanthropic participation.
• Serve as the primary manager of The Clark Fund inbox and phone line providing timely professional customer service to donors alumni parents and friends of Clark University.
• Oversee administrative and financial functions including credit card reconciliation requisitions meeting planning payments processing gifts data entry and office supply ordering for the advancement team.
• Maintain organized office operations and support efficient workflows for the Clark Fund team and Advancement initiatives.
• Utilize advancement systems and technology to support fundraising operations data tracking and donor engagement efforts.
• Support the mission of Clark University by contributing to initiatives that strengthen alumni engagement and philanthropic support.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree preferred.
• At least one year of experience in a development fundraising or advancement support role demonstrating initiative the ability to work independently and a strong drive to advance philanthropic goals.
• Knowledge of advancement offices development processes and the role of philanthropy in higher education.
• Commitment to providing excellent donor-focused customer service in person by phone and via email.
• Strong organizational administrative and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities adapt in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Strong basic mathematical and analytical skills to manage office budgets reconcile accounts and track financial data related to development operations.
• Ability to handle confidential donor and institutional information with discretion and professionalism.
• Technologically proficient including Microsoft Office Microsoft 365 Microsoft OneDrive and virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom. Experience with donor databases such as Blackbaud Raisers Edge or similar CRM systems donor engagement platforms such as VanillaSoft and GiveCampus and project management tools such as Trello is preferred.
• Strong writing and proofreading skills to prepare development reports donor correspondence and meeting materials.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends to support events and development initiatives.

Additional Information:

Expected Hiring Range: $23.94 to $26.32 per hour

Pay Transparency Disclosure:
The compensation for this position will be determined based on factors that include available budget internal equity and the selected candidates qualifications experience education and other job-related credentials. This range represents Clark Universitys good-faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting consistent with Clarks compensation philosophy and internal alignment.

At Clark University we believe that diversity of experiences perspectives and backgrounds leads to a more innovative and productive work environment. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to join our team and contribute their unique ideas to help us achieve our goals.

Clark University offers a generous benefit package for full and if applicable part-time employees that include; paid time off generous retirement plan group health and dental insurance life insurance and tuition along with use of many campus amenities. For a complete list of benefits for eligible employees visit here.

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Application Instructions:

To be considered for this position you must submit your credentials online. Create a Clark University Careers Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button below. You will be able to upload the following documents which are required for consideration:

• Resume
• Cover letter

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Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Clark University participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States.

A successful background check is required upon acceptance.

Required Experience:

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