The Development Office & Campus Events Coordinator also performs the financial accounting for the department, assists in designing and implementing acquisition, cultivation and stewardship programs (involves direct interaction with key donors), may be the primary contact for certain prospects and donors and may secure gifts, oversee the Foundation's role in scholarship administration, hires and supervises an intern and work-study student, and provides data and analysis for fundraising budget. Also serves as assistant to the Executive Director of Resource Development.
With minimal on-site supervision, answer incoming calls to the College. Take messages as needed and appropriate.
Major Responsibilities:
Maintain data about prospects, alumni, and donors in Ivy Connect.
Maintain data and information in Ivy Connect about the activities of the Executive Director and Development Director.
Perform mailings and other communications related to annual and internal fundraising campaigns. Maintain data and information in Ivy Connect about development events.
Process gifts, pledges, payroll deductions and related communication to donors.
Process requests for payments from the Foundation and reconcile credit card report. Process requests for reimbursement to various college departments from Foundation funds.
Perform reconciliations necessary to track the Foundation budget and the Development Office college budget and provide data and analysis to prepare the budget.
Respond to ad hoc requests for information in Ivy Connect.
Work with Development Director on employee campaign.
Organize the resources necessary to produce development events, including the assistance of other college departments, venue, program, invitations, name tags, catering, technology, and day-of-event tasks.
Make travel arrangements, prepare travel requests and travel reimbursement and other expense reimbursement requests for development staff. Process incoming/outgoing mail. Hire and supervise intern or work-study student.
Receive calls for the Development Office and assist callers with necessary information.
Maintain inventories and order office supplies. Use Outlook and Microsoft Office to manage appointments, prepare letters, emails, and other communications and activities. Use Workday to pay invoices.
Respond to requests from Executive Director to schedule meetings, respond to emails, prepare meeting materials, and other supporting activities.
Perform all of the functions required of the development office for scholarship administration.
Assists with Alumni Association. Recommends and designs new stewardship opportunities and vehicles.
Performs analysis of data to recommend next steps for cultivation and stewardship (e.g. identifying donors who meet specific follow up).
Other duties as assigned.
Assist visitors and provide general College information. Refer specific inquiries to faculty and staff and direct visitors to appropriate offices.
Responsible for notifying police, fire departments, security personnel and College facilities staff of emergency situations, including inappropriate persons in the building, while being cognizant of his/her personal safety. Follow-up with supervisor regarding occurrences and actions taken.
Coordinate on campus events for the Development Office including room reservations, food requests, invitations, and meeting materials.
Maintain and update office files, developing and revising filing system as needed to keep current and accurate records. Monitor office to maintain copier and printer paper, and office supplies.
Benefits:
Excellent benefits, including voluntary benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, spouse/child life insurance, , LTD, STD, Identity Guard, etc.
Employer contribution annually to Health Savings Account.
No waiting period to enroll in benefits. Coverage starts on day 1.
Employer contribution to retirement plan. (10% of annual salary, employee contribution not required)
Paid time off: vacation and sick time accrued bi-weekly.
Paid holidays: 9 days plus winter break between December 25th and January 1st.
Free tuition for employees and dependents.
Professional Development opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate degree in related field and three years’ work experience required. Must be able to handle confidential information with discretion and maturity. Must have ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, in person, and by telephone.
Please attach both a resume and a cover letter when applying.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history checks, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Work‑Life Balance
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
Skills Required
- Associate degree in related field
- Three years work experience
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Effective communication skills
What We Do
Ivy Tech Community College is a public community college system in Indiana that provides technical, vocational, and academic education across more than 70 programs.
