Advancement Coordinator

University of North Texas at Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Texas at Dallas is seeking an Advancement Coordinator to provide campus-wide support for donation processing and fundraising activities. This role involves data entry into the Raiser's Edge database, gift deposits and reconciling accounts, and assisting with donor recognition and events. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Business or has relevant experience, with strong attention to detail, communication, and customer service skills. A security-sensitive position with standard work hours from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or four years of related professional experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and ability to manage workload.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Perform timely data entry of donor data into the Raiser's Edge database.
• Coordinate gift deposits and monthly reconciliation with accounting offices.
• Support the VP of Advancement with donor research and event assistance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Relationship-building skills

Self-motivation

Strong written communication

Customer service skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Job description

Title

Advancement Coordinator

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Position Overview

The Advancement Coordinator will provide campus-wide support for processing donations and accounts receivable payments. This role is responsible for gift entry and receipting, assisting with gift reconciliations, prospect research to advance fundraising activities, team coordination, and events support.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business or four years of related professional experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage workload in a dynamic environment.
• Positive attitude, relationship‑building skills, high level of self‑motivation, and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, to think ahead and act as a problem solver.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with integrity.
• Strong written, verbal communication, and customer service skills.

Job Duties

• Perform timely and accurate data entry of donor data and gift information into the Raiser's Edge database.
• Analyze gifts to determine appropriate fund, donor intent, and stewardship.
• Coordinate gift deposits and monthly reconciliation with the Budget Office and Controller Office to ensure accuracy between accounting, budget, and donor databases.
• Generate gift receipts and coordinate donor acknowledgment materials.
• Support the VP of Advancement with donor research, maintain a log for donor engagement, and assist with events.
• Set up gift pledges and process and send out pledge reminders.
• Generate fundraising and constituent reports from the Raiser's Edge database.
• Participate in annual audit.

Physical Requirements

• Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Mon.-Fri., 8am-5pm

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent– discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.