Georgia Gwinnett College
Assistant Director of Stewardship and Events
Georgia Gwinnett College, Lawrenceville, Georgia, United States, 30243
Job Title:
Assistant Director of Stewardship and Events Location:
Georgia Gwinnett College Regular/Temporary:
Regular Full/Part Time:
Full-Time Job ID:
288762 About Us Since our founding in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has been dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience to our students. At GGC, we believe that our students' success is our success, and we are committed to creating a culture that supports and uplifts them throughout their academic journey. As a member of our faculty or staff, you will become part of a dedicated and passionate community of educators and professionals. Together, we work towards a common goal of empowering our students to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. We take pride in our student body, which represents a multitude of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Whether you are involved in teaching or providing essential services, your contribution will make a significant impact on the lives of our students and the broader community. In addition to our commitment to student success, we also value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, designed to support the needs of our faculty and staff. From competitive compensation to health and wellness programs, and professional development opportunities to work-life balance initiatives, we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and feel valued. Located in the thriving community of Gwinnett County, GGC offers a rich cultural and social landscape that enhances the overall college experience. Our backdrop is a beautiful, modern 260-acre campus located just 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta. Our students and employees benefit from the close proximity to various local amenities, including shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreational opportunities. This vibrant community serves as an extension of our campus, providing a stimulating environment for personal and professional growth. Join GGC and become part of a dynamic team that plays a pivotal role in shaping the lives and celebrating the achievements of our students. Together, let's make a positive impact and empower the next generation of leaders. Job Summary The Assistant Director of Stewardship and Events reports to the Director of Advancement Services and plays a pivotal role in managing donor communications, publications, correspondence, and events.
This position works collaboratively with GGC Advancement staff, Communications, Financial Aid, Facilities, and external agencies and vendors to grow and execute a comprehensive Stewardship program. The Assistant Director drives programming to ensure that GGC is properly acknowledging, communicating, and stewarding donor relationships.
This position provides key operational support toward Advancement's strategic priorities of building a culture of philanthropy and raising the visibility of Georgia Gwinnett College among current and prospective donors and alumni. Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive stewardship program; produce annual stewardship communications including stewardship reports, honor rolls, and alike. Serve as point person for the annual President's report, College Magazine, and other college communications regarding donors. Maintain standards and guidelines; track inventory and pricing; and complete system compliance requirements for naming opportunities on campus. Manage a small portfolio of established donors, cultivating relationships through regular visits and phone calls. Develop and lead a stewardship program for newly acquired donors and collaborate with colleagues to improve donor retention. Maintain and grow the gift acknowledgement process, coordinating thank you notes from other campus units. Collaborate with colleagues to create and execute custom stewardship reports for specific donors and groups. Serve as the project manager for donor events such as the annual gala, donor celebrations, fundraising events and additional donor activities as appropriate. Work with Financial Aid to administer the college's scholarship program, serving as the lead for Advancement. Maintain scholarship fund and donor information within relevant data systems; work directly with student beneficiaries, including securing thank you notes; and prepare students for event attendance, participation in videos / fundraising campaigns, public speaking opportunities, and meetings with donors. Maintain donor recognition societies, including tracking new members and selection and delivery of recognition benefits. Partner with other units to provide content for regular magazine features, web profiles, news releases, and special announcements featuring donors and gifts. Provide communications support for alumni and fundraising activities; Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications
4 Year / Bachelor's Degree Three or more years of related experience in fundraising, communications, higher education, donor relations, customer service, client-facing services, nonprofit operations, or similar. Preferred Qualifications
Experience creating and designing electronic communications for email, social media, and website maintenance. Experience using Blackbaud products or similar relational databases and e-communication tools. Experience tracking projects in a project management system such as ClickUp, Slack, or MS Project. Graduate Degree Proposed Salary
Salary range from 45,300 - 56,600
Salary offer will be dependent on candidate's experience and qualifications, internal equity considerations, budget availability, and salary administration guidelines. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Demonstrated ability to take a project from conception to completion. Excellent writing skills and project management skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups of people. Ability to juggle multiple competing priorities while meeting deadlines. High-level attention to detail. Proficiency in MS Office applications, internet searching, and social media Requires periodic work outside normal business hours to support events and activities USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 . Conditions of Employment Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). Eligibility of employment is determined by GGC in its sole discretion, and includes but is not limited to confirmation of credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are subject to the applicable federal laws, state laws, statutes, rules and regulations of this institution, and to the bylaws and policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Georgia Gwinnett College to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event including the application, interview process, or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact HR at (678) 407.5746 or email hr@ggc.edu. Background Check
Position of Trust + Education Other Information Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state.
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Assistant Director of Stewardship and Events Location:
Georgia Gwinnett College Regular/Temporary:
Regular Full/Part Time:
Full-Time Job ID:
288762 About Us Since our founding in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has been dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience to our students. At GGC, we believe that our students' success is our success, and we are committed to creating a culture that supports and uplifts them throughout their academic journey. As a member of our faculty or staff, you will become part of a dedicated and passionate community of educators and professionals. Together, we work towards a common goal of empowering our students to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. We take pride in our student body, which represents a multitude of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Whether you are involved in teaching or providing essential services, your contribution will make a significant impact on the lives of our students and the broader community. In addition to our commitment to student success, we also value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, designed to support the needs of our faculty and staff. From competitive compensation to health and wellness programs, and professional development opportunities to work-life balance initiatives, we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and feel valued. Located in the thriving community of Gwinnett County, GGC offers a rich cultural and social landscape that enhances the overall college experience. Our backdrop is a beautiful, modern 260-acre campus located just 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta. Our students and employees benefit from the close proximity to various local amenities, including shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreational opportunities. This vibrant community serves as an extension of our campus, providing a stimulating environment for personal and professional growth. Join GGC and become part of a dynamic team that plays a pivotal role in shaping the lives and celebrating the achievements of our students. Together, let's make a positive impact and empower the next generation of leaders. Job Summary The Assistant Director of Stewardship and Events reports to the Director of Advancement Services and plays a pivotal role in managing donor communications, publications, correspondence, and events.
This position works collaboratively with GGC Advancement staff, Communications, Financial Aid, Facilities, and external agencies and vendors to grow and execute a comprehensive Stewardship program. The Assistant Director drives programming to ensure that GGC is properly acknowledging, communicating, and stewarding donor relationships.
This position provides key operational support toward Advancement's strategic priorities of building a culture of philanthropy and raising the visibility of Georgia Gwinnett College among current and prospective donors and alumni. Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive stewardship program; produce annual stewardship communications including stewardship reports, honor rolls, and alike. Serve as point person for the annual President's report, College Magazine, and other college communications regarding donors. Maintain standards and guidelines; track inventory and pricing; and complete system compliance requirements for naming opportunities on campus. Manage a small portfolio of established donors, cultivating relationships through regular visits and phone calls. Develop and lead a stewardship program for newly acquired donors and collaborate with colleagues to improve donor retention. Maintain and grow the gift acknowledgement process, coordinating thank you notes from other campus units. Collaborate with colleagues to create and execute custom stewardship reports for specific donors and groups. Serve as the project manager for donor events such as the annual gala, donor celebrations, fundraising events and additional donor activities as appropriate. Work with Financial Aid to administer the college's scholarship program, serving as the lead for Advancement. Maintain scholarship fund and donor information within relevant data systems; work directly with student beneficiaries, including securing thank you notes; and prepare students for event attendance, participation in videos / fundraising campaigns, public speaking opportunities, and meetings with donors. Maintain donor recognition societies, including tracking new members and selection and delivery of recognition benefits. Partner with other units to provide content for regular magazine features, web profiles, news releases, and special announcements featuring donors and gifts. Provide communications support for alumni and fundraising activities; Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications
4 Year / Bachelor's Degree Three or more years of related experience in fundraising, communications, higher education, donor relations, customer service, client-facing services, nonprofit operations, or similar. Preferred Qualifications
Experience creating and designing electronic communications for email, social media, and website maintenance. Experience using Blackbaud products or similar relational databases and e-communication tools. Experience tracking projects in a project management system such as ClickUp, Slack, or MS Project. Graduate Degree Proposed Salary
Salary range from 45,300 - 56,600
Salary offer will be dependent on candidate's experience and qualifications, internal equity considerations, budget availability, and salary administration guidelines. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Demonstrated ability to take a project from conception to completion. Excellent writing skills and project management skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups of people. Ability to juggle multiple competing priorities while meeting deadlines. High-level attention to detail. Proficiency in MS Office applications, internet searching, and social media Requires periodic work outside normal business hours to support events and activities USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 . Conditions of Employment Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). Eligibility of employment is determined by GGC in its sole discretion, and includes but is not limited to confirmation of credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are subject to the applicable federal laws, state laws, statutes, rules and regulations of this institution, and to the bylaws and policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Georgia Gwinnett College to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event including the application, interview process, or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact HR at (678) 407.5746 or email hr@ggc.edu. Background Check
Position of Trust + Education Other Information Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state.
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