Assistant Director of Momentum Giving

About Us

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the states designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates, and continuing education programs.

As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources.

Georgia College & State University takes great pride in combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, leadership development, study abroad opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and critical thinking.

The universitys beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author and alumna, Flannery OConnor, 45, and the college community enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at OConnors former home, Andalusia, a National Historic Landmark owned by the university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are located within easy driving distances.

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Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Annual and Digital Engagement, the Assistant Director of Momentum Giving plays a key role in advancing Georgia College & State Universitys annual giving efforts. This position requires a creative, action-oriented professional who can design and implement innovative strategies to inspire momentum giving among alumni, parents, and friends of the university.

The Assistant Director collaborates with Directors of Development and campus stakeholders to create tailored fundraising initiatives, including crowdfunding, leadership giving, and parent/family giving, that support colleges, units, and programs across campus.

Responsibilities

Special Projects - 5

• Organize events to recognize, steward, and engage donors, .sponsors, parents, and community partners.
• Support athletics fundraising and other advancement initiatives as assigned.

Fundraising - 80

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive annual giving program to solicit contributions from alumni, parents, and friends of GCSU..
• Lead discovery and solicitation efforts for parent and family giving in partnership with Student Affairs.
• Collaborate with Directors of Development and academic leaders on special projects and emerging funding needs.
• Manage the GCSU crowdfunding platform, ensuring timely and effective campaigns.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit donors with capacity for leadership annual gifts ($1,500 -$10,000+), with a focus on growing the Presidents Circle.
• Partner with the stewardship team to ensure appropriate recognition, impact reporting, and ongoing engagement of annual donors.
• Develop and execute strategies for young alumni giving in partnership with Alumni Relations.
• Support and expand student giving initiatives to build a culture of philanthropy on campus.

Public Relations - 10

• Provide leadership and support for annual giving and digital engagement campaigns.
• Partner across campus to coordinate donor appeals, including digital, print, and social media strategies.
• Assist in planning and executing campus-wide giving events such as Athletics Day of Giving and the GCSU Alumni Giving Challenge.

Other duties as assigned - 5

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Bachelors Degree from an accredited institution

Required Experience

1-2 Years of experience in higher education or non-profit organizations

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

Advanced degree

Proposed Salary

This position is a pay grade 9. The available salary range is $52,800.00 to $62,500.00. Starting salary within this range is based on relevant years of experience.

For more information about GCSU compensation practices, click here: https://www.gcsu.edu/humanresources/pay-grade-structure.

Required Documents to Attach

• Cover Letter
• Resume / CV
• List of References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Ability to travel.

SKILLS

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Communication.
• Relationship building.
• Problem solving.
• Technical skills.
• Confidentiality.
• Flexibility.
• Fundraising and financial planning.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individuals age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individuals protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individuals protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position has financial responsibilities.

This position will be required to drive.

This role is not considered a position of trust.

This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).

This position may travel 25% - 49% of the time.

This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Credit Report
• Criminal Background Check
• Education Verification
• DMV Check