Advancement Engagement Officer

Job Title
Advancement Engagement Officer

Agency
Texas A&M University - Texarkana

Department
University Advancement

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
Texarkana, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

The Advancement Engagement Officer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing strategic university events that strengthen community engagement, support regional economic development initiatives, and enhance institutional visibility throughout the community.

In addition, the Advancement Engagement Officer supports student leadership initiatives, annual giving program, and collaborates with advancement staff to assist with donor cultivation, stewardship, and participation-based fundraising efforts aligned with institutional priorities.

Eligibility to work in the U.S. is required at the time of hire. No pre-employment sponsorship is authorized for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of university events that strengthen community engagement, institutional visibility, and regional economic development partnerships.
• Develop and manage all aspects of event operations, including budgeting, logistics, vendor coordination, catering, audiovisual needs, guest experience, communications, registration, and post-event stewardship activities.
• Direct and manage the university's annual giving program, including donor engagement strategies, annual campaigns, Giving Day initiatives, participation-based fundraising efforts, and stewardship activities designed to increase donor retention and philanthropic support.
• Manage student leadership programs that cultivate leadership development, professional growth, and ambassadorial skills while supporting initiatives that enhance student engagement, campus involvement, and university representation.
• Maintain accurate records within CRM systems, generate reports, and analyze event and engagement data to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Represent the Office of Advancement at university, alumni, donor, and community events and perform additional duties in support of institutional goals.
• This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education advancement, donor relations, or nonprofit fundraising.
• Experience coordinating donor cultivation and stewardship events.
• Familiarity with fundraising campaigns, donor engagement strategies, and volunteer leadership programs.
• Experience with event management software and constituent relationship management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to create high-quality guest experiences and build strong stakeholder relationships.

Other Requirements

• Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours.
• Ability to always maintain confidentiality
• Experience in event planning, advancement, fundraising, hospitality, communications, or related fields in higher education.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating special events and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated experience leading university student leaders
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel and CRM/database systems

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

This position generally does not supervise employees.

To be considered for this position, your application must be submitted no later than June 13, 2026.

To apply: Upload your cover letter, CV/resume, and 3 professional reference's contact information with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.

Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to "revise" or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact View email address on click.appcast.io.

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply) :

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, A&M-Texarkana is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

Insurance:

• Medical
  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value)
  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
    • Employee and Spouse
    • Employee and Children
    • Employee and Family coverage
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• 75% waiver of tuition and fees for full-time employees, their spouses and children

Time Off:

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month
• 8 hours of sick leave paid time off every month
• 8 hours of paid time off for birthday leave
• 12-15 paid holidays each year

Retirement:

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Professional Development via LinkedIn Learning

Employee Assistance Program

On Campus Wellness Opportunities

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.