New River Community College
Overview
Assistant Director, Annual Giving — Administrative/Professional → Institutional Advancement Location: Queens, NY St. John’s University, established in 1870, with campuses in New York City and international locations, offers more than 100 programs and is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and other associations. The university is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as part of its mission. Specific Job Title:
Assistant Director, Annual Giving Reports to:
Director, Annual Giving Campus:
Queens Job Summary:
The Assistant Director of Annual Giving supports the strategic planning and execution of St. John’s University’s annual giving program, focusing on increasing alumni and donor participation, retention, and giving levels. This position helps drive multi-channel fundraising campaigns and engages campus partners and volunteers to build a strong culture of philanthropy across the institution. Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Coordinate fundraising efforts for the Student Philanthropy program with the goal of creating student awareness and engagement activities and a long-term goal of raising participation in annual giving from current students and soon-to-be alumni. Collaborate with representatives from Institutional Advancement and offices across campus. Develop and implement direct mail strategies to effectively engage with our target audience and achieve fundraising goals. Manage the entire direct mail process, including data segmentation, print production, and postage coordination. Ensure accuracy and quality control of all direct mail materials, including letters, brochures, donation forms, and envelopes. Track and analyze the performance of direct mail campaigns and make data-driven recommendations for improvement. Coordinate with outside vendors, such as printers and mail-houses, to ensure timely delivery and cost-effective execution of direct mail appeals. Execute all phone program operations, including outbound fundraising calling to alumni, parents, and friends, and selected event-related calling. Demonstrate exceptional proficiency in the use of the phone program technology as well as management and training of student callers and student supervisors. Establish and maintain a positive, engaging workplace that contributes to student engagement while utilizing technology to run the phone program effectively. Provide creative and innovative solutions to contact rate, fulfillment, and other challenges of implementing a phone program. Prepare reports on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis. Increase participation from alumni, friends, current students, and parents of current students. Demonstrate a strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook/e-mail programs. Competencies: Detail-oriented with strong project management skills. Results-driven with the ability to analyze data and adjust strategies. Creative thinker with a collaborative spirit. Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills. Passion for higher education and philanthropy. Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple responsibilities. Work Environment:
This position operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers, phones, and filing systems. Physical Demands:
Typical office environment; must be able to sit for long periods at a computer and communicate by phone and email with various departments and outside vendors. Environmental Conditions:
Typical office setting within the Institutional Advancement Office. Position Type/Hours:
Full-time; standard hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with longer hours as needed. Occasional evening and weekend work during key fundraising events or campaigns. Required Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, nonprofit management, or a related field. Minimum of 2 years of experience in fundraising, marketing, or alumni relations, preferably in a higher education or nonprofit setting. Understanding of annual fund strategies and experience with Phonathon program operations and management; knowledge of emerging trends; analytical mind and team-oriented style; excellent written and oral communication skills. Skills and understanding of computer software used in the Phonathon program. Experience working in a fast-paced office environment where writing and editing are central to the position. Strong customer service skills and the ability to handle donor questions and concerns professionally. Demonstrated experience coordinating or executing multi-channel fundraising or marketing campaigns. Preferred Education and Experience: Familiarity with donor databases and CRM systems (e.g., Ellucian, Salesforce). Understanding of fundraising principles and donor engagement strategies. Sales and marketing experience is a plus. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required. Duties may change at any time, with or without notice. In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual salary for this position is $66,300. St. John’s University considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills, internal equity, market, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. * Important Note
- St. John’s is NOT an E-Verify Employer. St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program commensurate with qualifications and departmental budget, along with a comprehensive benefits program (medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, tuition remission, 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance, and paid time off). The university also provides access to arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation, and events. Offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory references, and verification of employment and education. Equal Opportunity Employer:
St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected characteristics.
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Assistant Director, Annual Giving — Administrative/Professional → Institutional Advancement Location: Queens, NY St. John’s University, established in 1870, with campuses in New York City and international locations, offers more than 100 programs and is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and other associations. The university is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as part of its mission. Specific Job Title:
Assistant Director, Annual Giving Reports to:
Director, Annual Giving Campus:
Queens Job Summary:
The Assistant Director of Annual Giving supports the strategic planning and execution of St. John’s University’s annual giving program, focusing on increasing alumni and donor participation, retention, and giving levels. This position helps drive multi-channel fundraising campaigns and engages campus partners and volunteers to build a strong culture of philanthropy across the institution. Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Coordinate fundraising efforts for the Student Philanthropy program with the goal of creating student awareness and engagement activities and a long-term goal of raising participation in annual giving from current students and soon-to-be alumni. Collaborate with representatives from Institutional Advancement and offices across campus. Develop and implement direct mail strategies to effectively engage with our target audience and achieve fundraising goals. Manage the entire direct mail process, including data segmentation, print production, and postage coordination. Ensure accuracy and quality control of all direct mail materials, including letters, brochures, donation forms, and envelopes. Track and analyze the performance of direct mail campaigns and make data-driven recommendations for improvement. Coordinate with outside vendors, such as printers and mail-houses, to ensure timely delivery and cost-effective execution of direct mail appeals. Execute all phone program operations, including outbound fundraising calling to alumni, parents, and friends, and selected event-related calling. Demonstrate exceptional proficiency in the use of the phone program technology as well as management and training of student callers and student supervisors. Establish and maintain a positive, engaging workplace that contributes to student engagement while utilizing technology to run the phone program effectively. Provide creative and innovative solutions to contact rate, fulfillment, and other challenges of implementing a phone program. Prepare reports on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis. Increase participation from alumni, friends, current students, and parents of current students. Demonstrate a strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook/e-mail programs. Competencies: Detail-oriented with strong project management skills. Results-driven with the ability to analyze data and adjust strategies. Creative thinker with a collaborative spirit. Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills. Passion for higher education and philanthropy. Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple responsibilities. Work Environment:
This position operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers, phones, and filing systems. Physical Demands:
Typical office environment; must be able to sit for long periods at a computer and communicate by phone and email with various departments and outside vendors. Environmental Conditions:
Typical office setting within the Institutional Advancement Office. Position Type/Hours:
Full-time; standard hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with longer hours as needed. Occasional evening and weekend work during key fundraising events or campaigns. Required Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, nonprofit management, or a related field. Minimum of 2 years of experience in fundraising, marketing, or alumni relations, preferably in a higher education or nonprofit setting. Understanding of annual fund strategies and experience with Phonathon program operations and management; knowledge of emerging trends; analytical mind and team-oriented style; excellent written and oral communication skills. Skills and understanding of computer software used in the Phonathon program. Experience working in a fast-paced office environment where writing and editing are central to the position. Strong customer service skills and the ability to handle donor questions and concerns professionally. Demonstrated experience coordinating or executing multi-channel fundraising or marketing campaigns. Preferred Education and Experience: Familiarity with donor databases and CRM systems (e.g., Ellucian, Salesforce). Understanding of fundraising principles and donor engagement strategies. Sales and marketing experience is a plus. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required. Duties may change at any time, with or without notice. In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual salary for this position is $66,300. St. John’s University considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills, internal equity, market, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. * Important Note
- St. John’s is NOT an E-Verify Employer. St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program commensurate with qualifications and departmental budget, along with a comprehensive benefits program (medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, tuition remission, 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance, and paid time off). The university also provides access to arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation, and events. Offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory references, and verification of employment and education. Equal Opportunity Employer:
St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected characteristics.
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