Gift Processing & Donor Stewardship Specialist

Lamar-University; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance for employees and/​

Paid time off

Job summary

Lamar University is seeking a Gift Processing Specialist to administer the receipt, processing, and recording of charitable contributions. The role ensures timely, accurate gift data and supports donor stewardship across University Advancement and Finance.

The position collaborates with multiple campus departments to maintain data integrity and compliance with CASE and IRS standards and to support reporting needs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or two-year college equivalent, or related experience.
• Two+ years of experience in gift processing, donor services, fundraising operations, or related administrative functions.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, process, and record charitable contributions and pledges across multiple payment methods.
• Prepare deposits, generate acknowledgments and tax receipts, and ensure compliance with policy standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Numerical ability

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree / 2-year college

Tools

Online giving systems

Job description

Lamar University is seeking a Gift Processing Specialist to administer the receipt, processing, and recording of charitable contributions. The role ensures timely, accurate gift data and supports donor stewardship across University Advancement and Finance.

The position collaborates with multiple campus departments to maintain data integrity and compliance with CASE and IRS standards and to support reporting needs.