Donor Relations Coordinator

Within the Department of Donor Relations in the Office of Institutional Advancement, the Coordinator of Donor Relations supports the day-to-day Donor Relations activities for the department. The Coordinator will lead the gift acknowledgment process by preparing high-quality written correspondence and sending individualized thank you letters for donors in a timely basis.

UMBC offers competitive compensation.  This role starts at $56,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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A hybrid telework schedule may be available. 

The Donor Relations Coordinator’s primary responsibility is to provide a positive donor experience by sending timely and high-quality gift acknowledgements. This position will also draft individualized thank you letters for donors, as well as acknowledgments on behalf of the university president and vice president for institutional advancement. They will also write correspondence to donors who are honored or remembered through philanthropy. 

Additionally, the Donor Relations Coordinator will assist with day-to-day activities that include preparing reports, ensuring accuracy of gift entries, and assisting with data entry into the Ellucian Advance database. They will also assist with donor appreciation and recognition events within the Office of Institutional Advancement.

Education Required:

Bachelor’s degree

Experience Required:

• One year experience in donor relations, communications, or related field, preferably in an academic setting.
• Demonstrated proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Strong written (including proofreading and editing) skills.
• Sound judgment and discretion in handling and securing confidential information, as well as the ability to conduct oneself in a highly professional manner.
• Flexibility to work as part of a team or independently to meet goals.

• Experience in a university or college setting.
• Experience with donor databases (Ellucian Advance) 
• High attention to detail and a proactive work ethic.

For best consideration, please upload a cover letter and a resume 

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here ):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

• 22 Days of Annual Leave  
• 15 Days of Sick Leave  
• 15 Holidays
• 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission :

• 8 credit hours per semester
• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness opportunities
• & Much more

Contingent II positions may include some benefits . 

Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position. 

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.