Coordinator of Stewardship
Lamar University

Posting Number:

20112857

Position Title:

Coordinator of Stewardship

Position Type:

Staff

Department:

University Advancement Dept

Job Summary/Basic Function:

About This Role:

Utilizing leadership by example, the stewardship coordinator is responsible for the effective execution of donor stewardship at Lamar University. The coordinator provides guidance and direction to a team of seasoned professionals responsible for successful donor stewardship programming and guide stewardship priorities.

The coordinator will work with University Advancement professional staff to coordinate communications and contacts with external constituents related to LU stewardship activities and streamline LU executive and critical external constituents to maximize the impact of stewardship activities. The coordinator will work in collaboration with Academic leadership across the campus to engage leaders in stewardship activities.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Creating and distributing comprehensive detailed planning reports with specific action lists for each stewardship activity; diligently complete time-sensitive actions and maintain timely and transparent communication with University Advancement professional staff.
• Balance and prioritize fast paced multi-tasking challenges, i.e., those related to planned communications with donors, internal team members, colleague consultations, and problem solving/trouble shootings.
• Demonstrate outstanding written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and a strong ability to positively interact with communities at large and internal campus communities.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment with conflicting priorities.
• Apply expertise to stewardship activities for the entire campus and develop an ongoing professional training schedule to identify and implement industry best practices.
• Advocate for communities of individuals with various backgrounds.
• Manage relationships with external constituents.

Key Competencies:

• Knowledge of Texas State University System, its component institutions, and their inter-connected goals. Knowledge of marketing strategies, and social protocols related donor relations.

Who We Are:

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100 degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

Benefits:

• Health, dental & vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• State of Texas Retirement plans.
• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent.
• Paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance - Lamar UniversityMinimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful experience in the fund-raising, marketing, or donor stewardship is required.
• Experience working with community and business leaders in business and social settings.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Interact positively and professionally with both the community at large and the internal campus community.

EEO Statement:

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference Statement:

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in an educational institution.

Security Sensitive Statement:

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Posting Date:

02/23/2024

Close Date:

05/23/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

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