Colorado Anschutz
Philanthropic Engagement Specialist
Colorado Anschutz, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Philanthropic Engagement Specialist
Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies! Who We Are The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Philanthropic Engagement Specialist to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students. At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenerya mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle. Salary Range: $46,833 - $53,632 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions. Work Location: On-site with hybrid options. Benefits at a Glance Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave. Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices. Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options. Further Your Education: Avail nine waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth. Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development. Want to know your total compensation? Use our calculator to get the complete picture! Summary The UCCS Office of Advancement and the Ent Center for the Arts at UCCS seeks a dynamic, organized, and outgoing professional to contribute to the success of our team. As the Philanthropic Engagement Specialist, you will support Ent Center fundraising, engagement, and stewardship goals by developing a pipeline of future donors and funders, providing high-level stewardship to existing donors, and supporting multichannel annual giving campaigns. The successful Philanthropic Engagement Specialist will be collaborative, relationship-focused, and curious, with a data-driven approach to helping grow philanthropic support for the Ent Center. Key skills include the ability to successfully build relationships with internal and external constituents; the ability to effectively prioritize and stay on track with short-and long-term projects; and an ability to communicate persuasively and enthusiastically through a variety of channels. The Philanthropic Engagement Specialist will focus on fundraising for the Ent Center for the Arts and its flagship programs, Theatreworks (a professional equity theatre company embedded in the university), the Galleries of Contemporary Art (GOCA, a non-collecting gallery showing regional and national artists), and the Artist Series (a presenting series featuring touring artist from around the world). This position reports to the Director of Development and will collaborate closely with the Executive Director of the Ent Center for the Arts, Director of Theatreworks, and Director of GOCA. The Philanthropic Engagement Specialist will be a key driver in the growth of annual giving fundraising for Ent Center programs through the identification and development of annual giving donors, reactivation of lapsed donors, and deepening engagement with Ent Center patrons and prospective donors. Essential Functions With the guidance of the Director of Development, manage a group of current annual donors, lapsed donors, and prospective donors. This will include frequent outreach through multiple communication channels including phone, email, video, and in-person visits. Regularly attend Ent Center performances and gallery openings (up to four events per month, may be outside of regular working hours) to build a deep understanding of Ent Center for the Arts programming and the local arts community to inform the creation of meaningful donor and funder communication and stewardship including gathering data for and assisting to draft grant applications, guiding the grant process, and creating donor appeals, donor stewardship, and other meaningful outreach for current, lapsed, and prospective donors and funders. Thoughtfully execute donor-centered fundraising plans focused on relationship building, trust, and ethically rooted philanthropic engagement. Leverage active listening, verbal, written, and interpersonal skills and a data-driven approach to move prospective donors and donors along the commitment continuum. Contribute to documentation and analysis of annual giving and engagement metrics, evolving program design through evaluation. Provide excellent customer service for annual donor questions and requests. Resolve donor-related questions and concerns quickly and effectively. Provide support for occasional donor events as needed. Stewardship With the guidance of the Director of Development, manage and administer ongoing arts stewardship program to include gift acknowledgements, donor recognition, personalized stewardship opportunities, and other correspondence. Work in partnership with Ent Center, advancement, and stewardship staff to build customized stewardship for donors at all levels. In partnership with Ent Center for the Arts and Advancement teams, support grant applications, reports, and other requirements for current and prospective funders. Research and build outlines around securing additional funding through foundation and corporate funders. Data Ensure integrity of donor data. Create and implement systems to accurately track donors across Ent Center and Advancement CRMs. Support the process and lead UCCS Advancement components to track and gifts made through box office at time of ticket purchase through to the CU Foundation. On a regular basis, run donor lists for publication, generate donor thank you letters, donor renewal reminders, and other donor-centered stewardship materials specific to Ent Center programs. Maintain an active awareness of goals, objectives, and direction of Ent Center for the Arts and Advancement programs as a whole and contribute to successful achievement of Ent Center for the Arts team goals. Tentative Search Timeline Priority will be given to applications submitted by September 2, 2025. Potential interview dates: September 8, 2025-September 19, 2025. Potential start date: October 1, 2025. Qualifications
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and proven professional experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, communications & public relations, or a related field. A combination of education and related experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis. Proven experience in leadership and annual giving is preferred. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in securing charitable gifts in the $1,000 to $10,000 range. Experience working in the arts and a passion for the arts is a plus. Strong candidates will have experience with donor stewardship and/or cultivation. Experience with engagement metrics, including analysis, is highly desired. Experience using a CRM such as Salesforce or Tessitura is preferred. Ideal candidates will have experience working in a higher education environment. In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV
Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies! Who We Are The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Philanthropic Engagement Specialist to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students. At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenerya mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle. Salary Range: $46,833 - $53,632 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions. Work Location: On-site with hybrid options. Benefits at a Glance Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave. Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices. Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options. Further Your Education: Avail nine waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth. Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development. Want to know your total compensation? Use our calculator to get the complete picture! Summary The UCCS Office of Advancement and the Ent Center for the Arts at UCCS seeks a dynamic, organized, and outgoing professional to contribute to the success of our team. As the Philanthropic Engagement Specialist, you will support Ent Center fundraising, engagement, and stewardship goals by developing a pipeline of future donors and funders, providing high-level stewardship to existing donors, and supporting multichannel annual giving campaigns. The successful Philanthropic Engagement Specialist will be collaborative, relationship-focused, and curious, with a data-driven approach to helping grow philanthropic support for the Ent Center. Key skills include the ability to successfully build relationships with internal and external constituents; the ability to effectively prioritize and stay on track with short-and long-term projects; and an ability to communicate persuasively and enthusiastically through a variety of channels. The Philanthropic Engagement Specialist will focus on fundraising for the Ent Center for the Arts and its flagship programs, Theatreworks (a professional equity theatre company embedded in the university), the Galleries of Contemporary Art (GOCA, a non-collecting gallery showing regional and national artists), and the Artist Series (a presenting series featuring touring artist from around the world). This position reports to the Director of Development and will collaborate closely with the Executive Director of the Ent Center for the Arts, Director of Theatreworks, and Director of GOCA. The Philanthropic Engagement Specialist will be a key driver in the growth of annual giving fundraising for Ent Center programs through the identification and development of annual giving donors, reactivation of lapsed donors, and deepening engagement with Ent Center patrons and prospective donors. Essential Functions With the guidance of the Director of Development, manage a group of current annual donors, lapsed donors, and prospective donors. This will include frequent outreach through multiple communication channels including phone, email, video, and in-person visits. Regularly attend Ent Center performances and gallery openings (up to four events per month, may be outside of regular working hours) to build a deep understanding of Ent Center for the Arts programming and the local arts community to inform the creation of meaningful donor and funder communication and stewardship including gathering data for and assisting to draft grant applications, guiding the grant process, and creating donor appeals, donor stewardship, and other meaningful outreach for current, lapsed, and prospective donors and funders. Thoughtfully execute donor-centered fundraising plans focused on relationship building, trust, and ethically rooted philanthropic engagement. Leverage active listening, verbal, written, and interpersonal skills and a data-driven approach to move prospective donors and donors along the commitment continuum. Contribute to documentation and analysis of annual giving and engagement metrics, evolving program design through evaluation. Provide excellent customer service for annual donor questions and requests. Resolve donor-related questions and concerns quickly and effectively. Provide support for occasional donor events as needed. Stewardship With the guidance of the Director of Development, manage and administer ongoing arts stewardship program to include gift acknowledgements, donor recognition, personalized stewardship opportunities, and other correspondence. Work in partnership with Ent Center, advancement, and stewardship staff to build customized stewardship for donors at all levels. In partnership with Ent Center for the Arts and Advancement teams, support grant applications, reports, and other requirements for current and prospective funders. Research and build outlines around securing additional funding through foundation and corporate funders. Data Ensure integrity of donor data. Create and implement systems to accurately track donors across Ent Center and Advancement CRMs. Support the process and lead UCCS Advancement components to track and gifts made through box office at time of ticket purchase through to the CU Foundation. On a regular basis, run donor lists for publication, generate donor thank you letters, donor renewal reminders, and other donor-centered stewardship materials specific to Ent Center programs. Maintain an active awareness of goals, objectives, and direction of Ent Center for the Arts and Advancement programs as a whole and contribute to successful achievement of Ent Center for the Arts team goals. Tentative Search Timeline Priority will be given to applications submitted by September 2, 2025. Potential interview dates: September 8, 2025-September 19, 2025. Potential start date: October 1, 2025. Qualifications
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and proven professional experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, communications & public relations, or a related field. A combination of education and related experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis. Proven experience in leadership and annual giving is preferred. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in securing charitable gifts in the $1,000 to $10,000 range. Experience working in the arts and a passion for the arts is a plus. Strong candidates will have experience with donor stewardship and/or cultivation. Experience with engagement metrics, including analysis, is highly desired. Experience using a CRM such as Salesforce or Tessitura is preferred. Ideal candidates will have experience working in a higher education environment. In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV