Development Coordinator

Title:

1181-YN - Development Coordinator

Business Title:

Development Coordinator

Additional Titles:

Location:

WSU PULLMAN CAMPUS

Employee Type:

Admin. Professional

Job Family:

Administrative Professional - OT Eligible

Position Details:

Summary of Duties:

Coordinate the development and implementation of fundraising activities to meet the unit’s goal. Organize and implement special events; solicit financial support and sponsorships from individuals and/or corporations; foster alumni and friends relationships and provide related support functions. Provide excellent communications and service to internal and external constituents including, but not limited to faculty, staff, donors, friends, stakeholders, etc. Support the development activities of the VDAR team and Dean as needed. Represent  the University to internal and external constituents. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of experience, which includes six (6) months of full-time experience in marketing, gift solicitation or public contact work with evidence of ability to work collaboratively, communicate effectively orally and in writing and organize and execute assignments. A Master’s degree in a relevant field may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the required experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

• Demonstrated and significant proficiency and computer skills in Word, Excel, Access Database, and similar applications. 

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Ability to manage several different projects or tasks simultaneously. 

• Ability to think independently and logically, and maintain confidentiality at all times. 

• Demonstrated experience in working in an environment requiring confidentiality, tact, diplomacy, and sensitivity. 

• Documented proficiency in writing and editing skills. 

• Strong organizational skills. 

• Ability to communicate and maintain a harmonious working relationship with a wide diversity of people both within and outside the college and university.

• Ability to exercise good judgment and decorum when dealing with College constituents; external audiences, and university community.

• Valid driver’s license. 

• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed. 

• Ability to travel to special events as needed. 

• Authorization to work in the US

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge of university operations, policies, and procedures. 

• Knowledge of specialized record-keeping and database management.

Additional Information:

Area/College: College of Veterinary Medicine
Department Name: Veterinary Development & Alumni Relations
City, State, Zip: Pullman, WA 99163
Department Link: vetmed.wsu.edu/
Monthly Salary: $3,750.85-$4,574.20 + Commensurate with qualifications and experience
FTE: 100%
This is a permanent position.
Screening Begin Date: Screening of applications will begin on October 24, 2022, and will remain ongoing until a successful applicant has been identified.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check.
Application Instructions: Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) resume and 2) cover letter. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application.

Required Documents:

• Cover letter

• Resume

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected] .