Gift Processing

Help enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives by maintaining the Foundation’s record database.

• Are you motivated by creating to-do lists and then executing those tasks?
• Do you work well independently but enjoy being part of a supportive team?

• Do you take pride in being organized, detail-oriented, and collaborative?
• Does the opportunity to work at a fast-paced, family-friendly, and flexible organization with a passion for its mission excite you?
• Are you inspired by the mission of the University of Nebraska Foundation and looking to make a difference by supporting others?

If so, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

At the University of Nebraska Foundation, we grow relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives. We believe that our strong commitment to inclusion and respect is essential to accomplishing this mission through our values of teamwork, integrity, and passion for mission. We invite, explore, and celebrate differences to increase productivity, spark innovation and most importantly, accomplish our mission.

In this position, you will have the opportunity to work with a variety of tasks in a fast-paced, family-friendly environment while having a chance to think creatively and strategically to find solutions. This position is ideal for individuals that are open to new learning opportunities and who may want to work full time while pursuing higher education with the support of the Foundation’s tuition benefits program.

You would join the foundation at an exciting time, with the opportunity to make a transformational impact. The foundation recently publicly announced a historic campaign to raise $3 billion from 150,000 donors to build a better future for Nebraska. The campaign is being led by more than 300 enthusiastic volunteers representing all areas of the University of Nebraska System. UNL anchors the campaign, with a goal of $1.5 billion and 95,000 unique donors. Substantial progress has been made toward the UNL target, with more than $760 million raised from 74,000 unique donors.

Ways you’d make an impact:

• Be responsible for a high volume of data processing, constituent and gift research, information retrieval, coding and correction of records, memberships, and communication.
• Maintain the revenue records of the Foundation’s database of records.
• Be accountable for the accuracy and timeliness of revenue entry.
• Process wire transfers, stock and mutual funds, credit card gifts, including EFT processing, daily bank deposits, and opening and sorting mail in the Lincoln office.

Who we want:

• Creative problem solvers who are self-starters and solution finders.

• Energetic learners who are humble, inquisitive, and open-minded.
• Detail-oriented and adaptable individuals who can effectively prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with proven problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative team players who can function independently, as well as part of a team.
• Strategic, forward-thinking individuals who look at the big picture while evaluating outcomes and suggesting solutions.
• Relationally talented individuals who have the interpersonal skills to provide exceptional service while working with a wide variety of people.

What you need:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum Experience: 1 to 3 years’ experience in accounting, banking, data entry or a related field, or equivalent coursework.
• Computer skills including data entry and electronic file organization, with Microsoft Office experience preferred.
• Ability to learn new software applications, maintain orderly records, communicate effectively within colleagues and the public.
• Attention to detail, effectively manage multiple tasks, accurate sorting, and data entry.
• Discretion in handling confidential matters.
• Strong math and money-handling abilities, familiarity with a 10-key adding machine.
• Strong oral and written communications.
• Candidates will be evaluated on our core values of passion for mission, integrity, and teamwork.

What we offer:

• This position will work in our Lincoln, NE office.
• Mission-driven work that changes lives and saves lives.
• A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities for your career growth.
• An award-winning wellness program.
• 12 weeks of paid medical leave, including maternity and paternity leave.
• 12 paid holidays and generous vacation time.
• A generous retirement match and multiple incentive compensation programs.
• University of Nebraska tuition reimbursement for you and your dependents.

Who we are:

• Recognition by the Chronicle of Philanthropy as one of America’s Favorite Charities.
• Founded in 1936, the University of Nebraska Foundation provides support for the campuses in the university system — the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, University of Nebraska at Kearney, University of Nebraska at Omaha, Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis, and the University of Nebraska Medical Center and its primary clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine.
• Among public universities, the University of Nebraska ranks in the top 25 nationally for both funds raised and endowed assets under management.
• With a staff of 260 budgeted positions, the foundation has a reputation for efficiency and effectiveness, raising $7.13 in gifts for every dollar spent.
• Winner of Gallup’s Don Clifton Strengths-Based Culture Award.
• Winner of the Governor’s Harvester Wellness Award, the highest honor for corporate wellness.

The University of Nebraska Foundation is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to a work environment free from discrimination and harassment where all employees feel respected and valued. We will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

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