Development Associate College of Arts and Sciences (CS26-165)

Overview

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Development Associate - College of Arts and Sciences (CS26-165). As a premier metropolitan university SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE

Employing more than 2400 faculty and staff members SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year the Universitys presence generates almost 9000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

• Assist the Director of Development in a variety of essential projects and events to support development alumni relations and event planning activities in the SIUE College of Arts and Sciences.
• Assist in the development and implementation of assigned programs for alumni donors and friends of the College.
• Initiate projects that will be beneficial to the work of the development program in the College and is expected to anticipate next steps and follow-up related to fundraising activities.

Bachelors Degree in Communications Public Relations Marketing Public Administration Mass Communications Business
or a related field.
3 years of work experience in marketing public relations and/or planning events or a related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications include: Experience in nonprofit management development alumni relations experience with fundraising
contact relationship management (CRM) or other database software. Preferred competencies include: Strong interpersonal and
communications skills characterized by the ability to listen speak and write well; high attention to detail and follow-up and excellent
organizational skills; ability to manage confidential information with discretion and tact; demonstrated skill and knowledge of (or ability to
learn quickly) the internal workings of a University as well as the technology tools available to development including RaisersEdge NXT
(the Universitys Donor Relationship Management System) Awards Management (formerly Academic Works) Microsoft Windows
computer environment Microsoft Outlook Word Excel and PowerPoint; knowledge of HTML and design software such as Cascade
and social media platforms; ability to work collegially and collaboratively in a team setting; an exceptional work ethic and track record of
personal initiative; flexibility and adaptability to new programs in an emerging and changing environment; willingness and ability to travel
to non-campus locations for University business; willingness and ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

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Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.

Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Drivers License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number:5001 SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes at a minimum a copy of the veterans DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense) NGB22 form (National Guard) or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit please refer to theGuide for Veteran Document Verification.

Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and where applicable other background checks such as a drug screen verification of employment and education or licensure/certification reference checks and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Work Authorization Information:SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

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EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees applicants for employment and students on the basis of age color disability marital status national origin race religion sex sexual orientation or veterans status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information please email.