Donor Engagement Specialist

Posting Details

Position Information


Posting Number
S1500724


Job Title
Donor Engagement Specialist


Position Number
TBD


Division
University Advancement - ADV


Department
Annual Giving


FLSA
Exempt


Salary Grade
207


Salary Classification
Admin/Professional


Annual Salary Range
$32,798 - $44,929


Hourly Salary Range

Employment Status
Full Time 12 Mos Regular


General Description


The purpose of this position is to oversee all aspects of the Annual Fund Campaigns and on-campus fundraising initiatives. This includes cultivating strong personal and professional relationships with donors, as well as faculty and staff. A key responsibility is supporting and advancing the Foundation's scholarship efforts.

Essential Job Duties

• Creates and implements the following Annual giving campaigns:
  • Founders' Day
  • Giving Tuesday
  • End of the Year Appeal
• Serves as the primary Foundation Liaison to the Athletics Department, collaborating to plan and implement the annual Falcon Victory campaign and providing support for broader athletic fundraising initiatives.
• Liaison to staff and faculty recurring donors, cultivating meaningful engagement, and stewarding these internal supporters to foster a strong culture of philanthropy across the institution.
• Oversees support of various fundraising efforts carried out by colleges and programs.
• In conjunction with the Executive Director, manages the Foundation scholarship donor engagement and stewardship processes, with primary responsibility for preparing and distributing annual scholarship impact reports, as well as planning and facilitating the annual scholarship luncheon.

Additional Duties


Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned. The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Raiser's Edge or other fund-raising software program;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.);
• Knowledge of Facebook, LinkedIn and other social media outlets;
• Ability to work independently and creatively;
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal;
• Excellent service skills;
• Ability to travel as needed.

Education and Experience


The educational requirement for this position is: Bachelor's Degree
Education substituted for experience? No

This position requires 2 years of related experience.
Experience with donor cultivation/stewardship, along with marketing and communications strategies preferred.
Experience substituted for education? No

Licenses, Certification or Registrations


Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications required for this position include:

• Valid Driver's License
• Acceptable driving record

Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications preferred for this position include: None

Environmental Working Conditions
Indoor


Travel Requirements
Light Travel


Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Physical Requirements


The physical activities required for this position involve:
Standing: Under 1/3 of the time; walking: Under 1/3 of the time; sitting: Over 2/3 of the time; talking or hearing: Up to 2/3 of the time.
This position requires lifting:
Up to 10 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; up to 25 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time.
This position has the following special vision requirements:• No special vision requirements.

Open Date
01/09/2026


Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Statement


The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.

EEO Statement


UM in an Equal Opportunity Institution

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