College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University
Annual Giving Associate – Philanthropic Engagement
LOCATION
College of Saint Benedict, Flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree, at least one year of experience in fundraising, alumni relations, or sales, strong verbal communication, commitment to equity and diversity, time management skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage and implement a campus philanthropy program, lead the Student Advancement Ambassador program, collaborate with student organizations for fundraising, design multi-channel engagement strategies, and execute crowdfunding campaigns.
INDUSTRY
Higher Education
SHORT DESCRIPTION
The Annual Giving Associate will enhance fundraising initiatives and engagement for the College of Saint Benedict by leading various philanthropy programs and creating effective communication strategies.
Position Summary
The Institutional Advancement department at the College of Saint Benedict invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE, Flexible hours with evening and weekend hours), benefit eligible position of Annual Giving Associate – Philanthropic Engagement.
The Annual Giving Associate is responsible for planning, managing, and implementing a multichannel campus philanthropy program, inclusive of leading the Student Advancement Ambassador (SAA) program, student club and organization fundraising training, departmental fundraising, campus crowdfunding initiatives, faculty and staff giving, student philanthropy, young alum giving and engagement.
The Annual Giving Associate will create, in partnership with Marketing, and implement personalized communications and touchpoints with constituents across multiple platforms, with the goal of increasing giving and engagement. The Annual Giving Associate represents the College’s positive image and reinforces its mission. The Annual Giving Associate is a member of a dynamic Annual Giving team and will be an integral part of the greater Institutional Advancement team. The Annual Giving team is responsible for inspiring and soliciting annual financial support for student scholarships and campus resources from alumnae, parents, and friends of the college.
Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John’s University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.
CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit CSBSJU.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive campus philanthropy program. Including, but not limited to, managing a student philanthropy program, including support of Alumnae in Training efforts.
- Recruit and Lead Senior Class Engagement Committee with a focus on fostering a culture of giving within the senior class by recruiting and managing a dedicated engagement committee.
- Collaborate with student clubs and organizations, faculty, and staff to provide training and support for their fundraising activities.
- Responsible for hiring, supervising, supporting, developing, and evaluating student employees within the SAA program.
- Partner with Institutional Advancement to design and execute multi-channel fundraising and engagement strategies, including texting, video, email, social media, mail, and phone campaigns to increase college giving and constituent engagement.
- Work with Alumnae Relations to develop and maintain an effective transition plan that fosters sustained engagement from students to young alumni.
- In collaboration with the Director of Annual Giving, design and implement a comprehensive Young Alumnae President’s Circle (YAPC) program.
- Partner with the Director of Annual Giving to assess the effectiveness of the SAA program, student philanthropy initiatives, faculty and staff giving, and young alumnae giving. Implement strategies to enhance overall efficiency and performance.
- Collaborate with the Director of Annual Giving to develop and execute successful crowdfunding campaigns.
- Work closely with IT and Advancement Systems to ensure all activities comply with policies and maintain data integrity.
- Assume responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Annual Giving to help achieve annual giving objectives.
- Work collaboratively with Alumnae Relations to execute a robust Reunion Giving program, focusing on recruiting and managing reunion volunteers.
- Continuously update knowledge on trends in philanthropy and annual giving to ensure best practices are followed.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's Degree
- At least one year of experience in one or more of the following: fundraising, alumni relations, non-profit, or sales. Experiences as a student, intern, or volunteer may qualify.
- Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to deal effectively and sensitively with constituents.
- A demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity.
- Time management skills and use of effective tracking methods to complete work and projects, prioritize tasks in an environment of changing time constraints, and ability to work independently and effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Leadership and interpersonal skills that demonstrate respect for others, support for department and organizational goals and the ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to analyze information to identify key issues and effectively adjust.
- Proficient software skills in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), email, internet, and database familiarity.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and some overnight travel.
- Experience working with and organizing students preferred.
- Management experience
- Project management experience
- Experience with digital marketing
- Understanding of trends in and principles of higher education and philanthropy
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally.
- Times of sitting or standing for prolonged periods.
- Ability to work at a computer for prolonged periods.
- Some travel between the campuses of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University.
- Infrequent travel to events within Minnesota, mostly the Twin Cities or surrounding area of campus.
To Apply
If you require an accommodation to participate in The College of Saint Benedict hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-5500 or employment@csbsju.edu.
It is the policy of CSB to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. CSB also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.
The College of Saint Benedict is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
HEALTH INSURANCE
Employees are eligible for coverage in the health insurance plan on the first of the month following date of hire. If you elect medical coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. The employee and CSB/SJU share in the cost of this benefit.
DENTAL INSURANCE
Employees are eligible for coverage in the dental insurance plan on the first of the month following date of hire. If you elect dental coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. The employee and CSB/SJU share in the cost of this benefit.
LIFE INSURANCE
CSB/SJU provides a Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) policy to employees. This insurance is effective on the first of the month following date of hire. The amount of term insurance provided is based on your annual salary.
You may also purchase additional life insurance in increments of one, two, three, or four times your annual salary. There is also a dependent life insurance package available.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY
After one year of benefit eligible employment, CSB/SJU provides disability coverage in the event of an illness or injury that prevents you from working.
VACATION
Paid vacation is accrued based upon FTE and the number of years employed. Vacation is cumulative from year to year to a maximum of 240 hours.
Employees working 100% time receive the following:
Vacation days per year Years employed
16 days 1-10 years
20 days 11+ years
HOLIDAYS
Full-time employees receive 18 paid holidays a year.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS
HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT
These plans allow employees to set aside part of their salary on a pre-tax basis to pay for IRS approved expenses.
VISION PLAN
This voluntary plan offers affordable vision coverage for routine eye exams, eyeglass lenses and frames, and contact lenses. Discounts on hearing exams and hearing aids are also included.
TUITION REMISSION
Tuition remission is an educational benefit provided by CSB/SJU. A full time employee and spouse (if applicable) are eligible for tuition free educational benefits the first full semester after six months of employment. Full time employees may enroll for one undergraduate course per term, which includes summer; up to a maximum of 2 courses per year.
There is also a tuition remission program for dependent children of full time employees. This program provides a financial resource to a son or daughter for meeting the tuition costs of undergraduate education. Eligibility begins the fall or spring semester following 2 years (24 months) of continuous full-time employment.There are also two consortia programs in which CSB/SJU participate where employees' children may apply for scholarships to attend other colleges/universities.
Tuition assistance is also available at Saint John's Preparatory School for the dependents of full-time employees.
PARENTAL LEAVE
A paid leave (up to 15 days) will be granted to eligible employees upon the birth or adoption of a child, pro-rated based on FTE. New employees are eligible for this benefit after twelve months of employment.
SICK LEAVE
Full-time employees earn up to 9 days of sick leave per year, pro-rated based on FTE.
Sick leave is cumulative from year to year up to a maximum of 720 hours (90 days). Employees may also use accumulated personal sick leave to care for ill family members.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free counseling resource available to
all employees and immediate family members.
RETIREMENT
Defined Contribution Plan
CSB/SJU provides a retirement program for all qualified full time employees. The program is administered by Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA).
Enrollment in the retirement plan will be effective the first day of the month following the date of hire unless the employee elects to opt-out.
The employee/employer contributions are as follows:
1 3% 1%
In addition to the regular plan, a benefit eligible employee may voluntarily elect to contribute to this plan.
Saint John's University College of Saint Benedict
Human Resources Office Human Resources Office
Quadrangle 127 Schoenecker
Collegeville, MN 56321 St. Joseph, MN 56374
Phone (320) 363-5500 Phone (320) 363-5500
Fax (320) 363-6092 Fax (320) 363-6092
- Benefits subject to change annually Revised 11.22.24
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