• Development Officer II

    Texas A&M University System (Kingsville, TX)


    Job Title

     

    Development Officer II

     

    Agency

     

    Texas A&M University - Kingsville

     

    Department

     

    Office Of Development

     

    Proposed Minimum Salary

     

    Commensurate

     

    Job Location

     

    Kingsville, Texas

     

    Job Type

     

    Staff

    Job Description

    Job Summary

    The Development Officer II, under direction, is responsible for identification and personal solicitation of prospective donors. Develops and maintains an online giving program and social network. Works closely with the Director, Board leaders, and other staff to prepare and coordinate the annual development program to meet the financial goals of the organization.

    Essential duties and responsibilities

    + Solicits prospects for gifts and sponsorships for annual giving societies. Assists in establishing goals and objects. Assists in developing guidelines, procedures, and rules.

    + Coordinates and manages all aspects of the telemarketing campaigns.

    + Responsible for preparing, submitting and managing grant proposals to foundations and corporate sources.

    + Recruits, trains, and oversees interns and student workers.

    + Develops and implements a comprehensive annual appeals program.

    + Assists with alumni engagement process to include attending events off campus.

    + Develops and maintains an online giving program and social network initiative.

    + Works directly with the web staff and Marketing & Communications staff to develop content, design and accessibility.

    + Collaborates closely with business service operations to interface with applications used to accept online payments and donations.

    + Works with Director and various campus constituencies to assist with campus fundraising.

     

    This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

    Minimum requirements

    Education – Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

     

    Experience –Two years of related experience.

     

    Knowledge of – Knowledge of database and spreadsheet applications and basic web design. Strong written and communication skills along with having strong organizational, analytical and planning skills.

     

    Ability to – Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times

     

    Supervision of Others

     

    This position generally does not supervise employees.

     

    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.