Job Description

Position InformationRequisition Number S3758P
Home Org Name Constituency Development
Division Name Senior VP, Advancement
Position Title Auburn Giving Officer (Samuel Ginn College of Engineering)
Job Class Code OA66
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term No
Limited Term Length
Job SummaryAuburn Advancement is excited to begin the search for an Auburn Giving Officer in the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering to join our philanthropy team! You will be vital in building lasting relationships and securing the resources needed to support Auburn Advancement and Auburn University\'s philanthropic mission.What You\'ll Do:

• Build Meaningful Connections: Engage with prospective donors to uncover their passions and align them with opportunities at Auburn University. Through in-person qualification visits, you\'ll assess their philanthropic interest and connect them with areas that resonate most deeply with them.
• Foster Collaboration and Creativity: Work hand-in-hand with colleagues in Engineering, Advancement, and across campus to foster personal connections and develop a nuanced understanding of donor motivations to increase both affinity and financial support for the university.
• Strategize for Success: Develop comprehensive portfolio management plans, craft personalized messages, and design individualized giving plans. Your strategic efforts will drive donor investment and deepen their connection to Auburn University.
• Champion Philanthropy: Play a crucial role in expanding Auburn Advancement\'s major gift pipeline. By qualifying prospects and referring them to Development Officers, you\'ll help guide them toward significant investments for Auburn University\'s future.

Why You\'ll Love It Here:

• Impactful Work: Your efforts will directly contribute to the growth and success of Auburn University and its priorities.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to making a difference.
• Purpose Driven Work: Align your passion and fulfillment to your work, where you\'re trusted to reach your full potential and achieve your pinnacle career experience.
• Culture by Design: Thrive in a culture that champions respect, accountability, and professional development.

Now is the perfect time to join Auburn Advancement, a dynamic team encompassing Operations and Strategy, Culture and Talent, Engagement, Philanthropy, and Communications. Under the visionary leadership of Senior Vice President Rob Wellbaum - a seasoned and respected advancement professional - our organization is set to revolutionize the future of Advancement.The nature of this role is highly externally focused, requiring frequent travel and meetings on and off campus during regular and non-traditional business hours, and is therefore expected to operate with high-levels of autonomy
Essential FunctionsYour Responsibilities as an Auburn Giving Officer:

• Purpose: Play a crucial role in identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gifts ($25,000+) to support Auburn University\'s mission. Work with clearly defined weekly, monthly, and annual goals for qualification visits and qualifying major gift prospects.
• Collaboration: Foster a culture of collaboration by building cooperative partnerships with colleagues in Advancement and other university departments. Organize information to identify potential fundraising opportunities and support decision making and planning related to prospective donors.
• Innovation: Engage in innovative prospecting activities through phone calls, emails, texts, and events to identify potential donors. Build engineering\'s major gift pipeline by determining if visited prospects should be further cultivated for major gifts. For prospects not ready for major gifts, make referrals to appropriate areas for further engagement or solicitation.
• Production: Conduct in-person qualification visits with prospects, evaluating their interest in philanthropic giving. Travel to meet individuals, share information about engineering\'s programs and initiatives, and address their questions to inform future fundraising efforts. Execute monthly and quarterly touchpoints to maintain meaningful connections with donors.

Minimum QualificationsMinimum QualificationsLevel I - Bachelor\'s degreeLevel II - Bachelor\'s Degree and 2 years experience in gift solicitations, development, fundraising, marketing, sales, and/or public relations.Minimum Skills, License, and CertificationsMinimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and CertificationsDesired QualificationsDesired QualificationsPosting Detail InformationSalary Range $46,100-$88,200
Job Category Auburn Advancement
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date 07/10/2024
Closing Date
EEO StatementAuburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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