Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:

The Division of University Relations seeks a highly organized, detail-oriented, creative Program Manager of Development for the University Libraries.

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer\Assistant Dean of Development for University Libraries, the Program Manager, will coordinate a comprehensive constituent engagement program that includes events, programs, communications, and volunteer management, including the Libraries Advancement Council.

In partnership with University Relations’ Donor Relations and Stewardship team, will implement and manage a donor relations/stewardship plan that retains and inspires donors to support Libraries to the fullest potential. This will include generative creative and compelling donor impact reports, thank you correspondence, and activity coding/reporting.

The Program Manager will collaborate on the administrative functions for the Chief Development Officer, and at times, the Dean. This includes preparing meeting and event briefings, working on travel itineraries, overseeing the unit’s budget, tracking travel expenses and reimbursements, and general office duties.

The Program Manager will work with the Office of Annual Giving, with feedback provided by the Chief Development Officer and Strategic Communications, to help plan and execute Giving Day/Giving Tuesday activities.

As the incumbent gains familiarity with the role, there may be growth opportunity, as mutually determined by the Program Manager and Chief Development Officer, to assist with the identification, cultivation, and engagement of a small portfolio of annual gift level prospects and donors.

The Division of University Relations seeks a highly organized, detail-oriented, creative Program Manager of Development for the University Libraries.

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer\Assistant Dean of Development for University Libraries, the Program Manager, will coordinate a comprehensive constituent engagement program that includes events, programs, communications, and volunteer management, including the Libraries Advancement Council.

In partnership with University Relations’ Donor Relations and Stewardship team, will implement and manage a donor relations/stewardship plan that retains and inspires donors to support Libraries to the fullest potential. This will include generative creative and compelling donor impact reports, thank you correspondence, and activity coding/reporting.

The Program Manager will collaborate on the administrative functions for the Chief Development Officer, and at times, the Dean. This includes preparing meeting and event briefings, working on travel itineraries, overseeing the unit’s budget, tracking travel expenses and reimbursements, and general office duties.

The Program Manager will work with the Office of Annual Giving, with feedback provided by the Chief Development Officer and Strategic Communications, to help plan and execute Giving Day/Giving Tuesday activities.

As the incumbent gains familiarity with the role, there may be growth opportunity, as mutually determined by the Program Manager and Chief Development Officer, to assist with the identification, cultivation, and engagement of a small portfolio of annual gift level prospects and donors.

Preferences:

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills to manage multiple deadlines, projects, contacts and details.
• High degree of attention to detail.
• Strong writing, editing and research skills.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to interact effectively with both external and internal audiences.
• Ability to think proactively and work independently, using good judgment and experience to make decisions.
• Demonstrate ability to build cohesive and integrative programs and communications.

-Strong computer skills including expertise in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Google -Suite and virtual platforms such as Zoom.

• Passion for, or interest in, academic research libraries.
• Experience in non-profit, higher education or related fields, including fundraising/development, alumni affairs, communications, event planning and/or public relations.
• Experience with email and contact management systems, such as Emma, Salesforce, Advance or Blackbaud/Fundraiser Performance Management.
• Experience with email/communications software such as AlumniQ and Constant Contact.

Physical Demands:

• Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends as necessary
• Ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds

Licenses/ Certifications: N/A

• All applications should include a resume and cover letter.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must be able to provide proof of ongoing eligibility to work in the USA.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Five (5) years of professional scholarship activities, gift administration, stewardship, or donor relations experience.

Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Knowledge of donor & alumni related policies and procedures, and federal, state, and other applicable related laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Additional Job Details

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Financial Disclosure Required

Yes

Department

VPUR-Central Development

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Regular

Salary Range

$71,857-$83,000

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice

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