Advancement Gift and Data Assistant

Concordia is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students develop in mind, body, and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the world.

Position Summary

Position is responsible for gift data and details of the gift processing program, as well as reports and data lists to support Office of Advancement operations, particularly at the CUW campus. This position requires a detail- oriented individual with proficiency in performing complex tasks and the capacity to exercise good judgment in accordance with a broad set of policies and procedures.

Advancement Gift and Data Assistant reports and works closely and collaboratively with the Senior Director of Advancement Services and the Vice President of Advancement. Position also works closely with the Advancement Lead Gift and Training Coordinator.

Responsibilities

Ensure accurate entry of gifts, pledges, and pledge payments of all transaction types in the database

Analyze gift data and prepare various standard and ad hoc reports of giving data

Provide receipts and acknowledgements to donors in compliance with IRS regulations and university policy

Interact with various offices within the University, as well as outside constituents, on all gift-related matters.

Stay up-to-date of legal or other related changes impacting charitable donations and make recommendations for procedural improvement and compliance

Assist Advancement and Alumni directors with e-communications by maintaining data lists within software

Assist with general office responsibilities (ie, answering the telephone, greeting guests, event preparations, etc.)

Establish and maintain procedural documentation for all functions.

Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to handle cash/checks, reconcile deposits and post to accounts

Knowledge and skill in advanced computer use, to include Microsoft Office with proficiency in MS Excel

Knowledge and skill in written and verbal communication

Willingness to learn, take initiative, and follow directions while maintaining a positive, cooperative, and flexible attitude in working with co-workers and constituents

Able to deal with interruptions and work in a fast-paced office environment

Excellent problem solving and resolution skills

Able to work efficiently and effectively under pressure of time constraints

Demonstrate accountability for work accuracy and attention to detail

Show sensitivity and respect for confidential information

Education and Experience

Prefer a bachelor's degree and/or experience that relates directly to administrative support, data systems, and cash handling. This individual must have an appreciation for the mission and purpose of Concordia as a comprehensive university of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time, non-exempt (hourly) position. The starting wage may be determined upon education and/or experience. Concordia University benefit options include, but are not limited to the following:

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Personal Spending Account, Flexible Spending Account, and/or Health Savings Account

Disability and Survivor Plan

Retirement Pension Plan

Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan

Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance

Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage

Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

Tuition waiver benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

Compensation and Benefit Details

Physical Demands/Equipment

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of CU to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

However, CU is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CU reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religion. In addition, preference in holding certain employment positions is given to ordained or rostered ministers of the LCMS. Based on a religious tenet, CU recognizes only male, LCMS ordained Ministers of the Gospel, but recognizes both male and female LCMS Rostered Ministers of the Gospel.

The Human Resources Department has been appointed to manage the equal employment opportunity program, including all equal employment opportunity activities, as required by federal, state and local agencies. If any employee or applicant for employment believes this policy has been violated, he/she must contact the Director of Human Resources.

Concordia University is a HLC accredited, co-educational, liberal arts school offering more than 70 undergraduate majors, over 40 master's degree programs, and 4 doctoral programs. There are also a variety of accelerated evening and e-learning programs.