Job DescriptionThis position will manage and support the fundraising efforts for annual appeals to all constituent groups that support Southwest Minnesota State University, develop strategies to increase donations over time, and work closely with the Director of Development to strengthen relationships with donors. Annual appeals include telephone outreach, email and texting campaigns, postal mail solicitations, social media campaigns, and website donation forms. This activity requires extensive work with the alumni and donor database to coordinate and track solicitations and create mailing, phone call, and other required contact lists. The primary goal of this position is to provide funding to the Southwest Fund, but annual appeals also help fund scholarships, academic programs, athletics, capital projects, and other areas of campus. This position will also lead planning efforts for M4L Day, the social and crowdfunding annual day of giving for SMSU, Give to Mustangs, Win a Mustang Sweepstakes, and the Southwest Celebration, which highlights activity in many areas on campus to alumni and friends during homecoming.Salary Range: $47,607.00 - $93,342.00Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree and two years of recent (in the last 5 years) experience in at least one of the following areas: fundraising, customer database management, direct mail marketing, social media marketing, telemarketing, or another related field. Must have experience working with Microsoft Office and be proficient with Excel.Experience with any type of database software used to create contact lists, queries, and reports.Must have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Preferred QualificationMaster's degree. Experience with Raiser's Edge donor database software or other alumni database management software. Experience with database queries and data management.OtherPriority will be given to those who apply by 7/9/2025.Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)Monday - Friday; 8:00 am-4:30 pmTelework (Yes/No)NoAboutSouthwest Minnesota State University is one of seven universities in the Minnesota State system.SMSUgives highest priority to excellence in teaching and preparing students to be lifelong learners through quality undergraduate teaching/advising and close student/faculty relationships. Its mission, dating back to 1967, provides access to university-level programs in liberal arts professional studies. The University has a special commitment to the educational needs of the people in its service region reflected through its curricula, cultural programs, diversity of staff and students, cooperative relationships with the public and private sectors, and regional institutions. The 216-acre campus encompasses 24 modern, interconnected, and accessible buildings. Marshall (pop. 13,000) is the hub of a rich agricultural area and offers a variety of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities. The position is an opportunity to be part of a vibrant, dynamic and growing institution that is searching for exceptionally talented people.Southwest Minnesota State University complies with theJeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act. You can find our Annual Security and Fire Safety Report online at Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (smsu.edu). This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Southwest Minnesota State University. If you prefer a hard copy, please contact the Department of Public Safety at 507-537-7252.We are committed to responding to the educational needs of our changing communities and to providing opportunities for enhancing knowledge, skills, and values in a supportive learning environment.We recognize and assert the value of inclusion as an ethical imperative and as a necessity for academic rigor, student success, and lifelong learning.Our goal is to strive for inclusive excellence in our commitment to preparing all students and employees for success.Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness ProgramPrograms, resources and benefits eligibility variesbased on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.Southwest Minnesota State University is a member of the Minnesota State system and is an equal opportunity educator and employer.SMSUis committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.SMSUdoes not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Women, diverse populations and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Affirmative Action Office, 507-537-6208. ForTTYcommunications, contact Minnesota Relay Service at 1-800-627-3529. This vacancy notice is available in alternative format upon request.

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