Development Coordinator

Development Coordinator

This position performs varied administrative and development related work unique to UA Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement (PAE) activities within the University of Arizona College of Medicine development team requiring initiative and good judgment under general supervision. We require a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and organization; accuracy and attention to detail; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; an ability to set priorities and handle multiple projects; and a high degree of computer proficiency. Incumbents work independently under general direction, keep official records, adhere to administrative policies, guidelines and practices. Incumbents may have contact with high-level constituents requiring the use of business vocabulary, tact, and discretion.

This position is a member of the Philanthropy Alumni and Engagement Team (PAE) and subject to joint management by the University of Arizona and the University of Arizona Foundation as specified in the restated Development Services and Asset Management Agreement dated July 2, 2021. After training, this position will follow a hybrid work schedule.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A / ASU / NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver professional and effective customer service with all interactions.
• Provide administrative support for the Senior Director of Development and direct reports.
• Assist in projects to support PAE under the direction of the Senior Director of Development.
• Ensure office operations follow PAE and department policies and procedures.
• Manage Senior Director of Development's calendar to include donor visits and internal meetings.
• Schedule meetings and appointments as requested by supervisor.
• Arrange or direct arrangement of minutes, notices, manuals, agendas, and correspondence for development meetings and other related meetings dictated by supervisor.
• Oversee the COM-T development general email account, follow up on general correspondence and distribute emails to appropriate team members as needed.
• Serve as a support resource between the PAE and the College of Medicine - Tucson. Facilitate communication between the PAE and the College of Medicine - Tucson.
• Serve as the COM-T contact for annual giving.
• Assist Senior Director of Development in the new hire onboarding process.
• Administrative support for tracking faculty development referrals in Lynx.
• Arrange development officer meetings, training seminars, and other meetings as requested.
• Assist in supporting unit development team priorities and events.
• Utilize Lynx CRM database under general supervision for preparation of gift acknowledgment letters and background materials in accordance with PAE and College standards and procedures.
• Enter development staff activity and other information into Lynx database, as requested.
• Work with PAE to generate lists for the purpose of gift acknowledgments.
• Generate and mail stewardship-related correspondence in consultation with the Stewardship Officer and Development Officer.
• Coordinate travel arrangements including reservations for flights, rental cars, hotels, conference registrations, etc. for the COM-T development team.
• Complete gift transmittal forms and non-gift deposit transmittal for Financial Services.
• Responsible for collaboration with Central PAE Finance and COM-T Finance office on new project requests.
• Submit proper financial service requests and paperwork for employee travel arrangements and reimbursements.
• Support account reconciliation by gathering documentation and coordinating with business managers and Dean's office as directed.
• Provide administrative oversight of 1-2 student assistants, including assigning duties, approving time, and offering guidance.
• Submit help desk requests for PAE related issues or questions.
• Maintain office supplies and stationery as needed.
• Update and organize office files, including shared drives.
• Screen and direct phone calls to the appropriate staff member.
• Travel between main campus units / departments / offices as required.
• Perform other administrative tasks as assigned.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Minimum Qualifications