What are the responsibilities and job description for the Donor Relations Specialist position at UNC Charlotte?
General Information
Vacancy Open to
All Candidates
Employment Type
Permanent - Full-time
If time-limited, note appointment end date
Hours per week
40
Months per year
12
Position Number
004279
NC Salary Grade Equivalency
GN11
Classification Title
University Program Specialist - Journey
Working Title
Donor Relations Specialist
Salary Range
$52,721 - $72,491
Anticipate Hiring Range
$52,721 - $60,000
FLSA Status
Non Exempt
Division
University Advancement
Department
University Advance Operations (Adm)
Work Unit
Donor Relations
Work Schedule
8:00 am – 5:00 pm; Monday – Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required in conjunction with planned special events.
Primary Purpose of Position
The Donor Relations Specialist plans and coordinates day-to-day activities in the Office of Donor Relations to support the University’s fundraising staff. The position’s primary functions will be to receipt and acknowledge all University gifts and assist in overseeing the management of donor outreach and retention programs and initiatives. The position will also help maintain the Donor Relations budget and assist the Senior Director. The position will work collaboratively across departments to support the development of funds, assist with the creation and execution of reporting, and help to coordinate named spaces across campus. This role will require a high level of comfort in writing and editing and detail associated with reviewing constituent data.
Minimum Education/Experience
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
University Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from a four year college or university and at least three years of program associate experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
University Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from a four year college or university and at least three years of program associate experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Essential Job Duties
- Receipts and acknowledges all University gifts.
- Coordinates and organizes the day-to-day operations of Donor Relations serving as the primary contact for the office, maintaining the Donor Relations budget, and supporting the Senior Director.
- Creates and manages donor retention programs.
- Pulls, reviews, and edits a variety of lists and reports.
- Executes a variety of tasks around acknowledgement letters, reporting, and retention initiatives.
Other Work Responsibilities
- Supports the development of donor created funds.
- Drafts and edits a variety of materials including acknowledgement letters, reports, communications, and donor recognition.
- Manages and maintains the Donor Relations fund files and the Donor Relations process manual.
- Coordinates a variety of donor relations mailings.
- Works independently and assesses a variety of situations that may not have standard resolutions.
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
- Bachelor’s Degree with three or more years of professional experience in Donor Relations, Advancement Operations, or Development.
- Prior work experience in higher education or non-profits.
- Experience with managing a departmental budget.
- Superior organization skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to independently coordinate, manage, and complete assignments in a timely manner.
- The ideal candidate will enjoy working in an office environment, possess strong writing and editing skills, and will be comfortable spending the majority of their time in highly detailed work.
- Candidates should like structure to their days and also be adaptable to the demands of a dynamic environment, all while maintaining a positive attitude.
Necessary Licenses or Certifications
Work Location
Foundation Building
Posting date
04/04/2025
Closing date
04/20/2025
Proposed Hire Date
05/05/2025
Contact Information
Special Notes to Applicants
Please submit a professional writing sample that aligns with the position description, such as a scholarship impact piece, a donor impact piece, or a donor retention/outreach publication.
- The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
- The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
- Please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
- Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
- UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
Salary : $52,721 - $72,491
