Associate Director, Donor Experience and Recognition

The United States Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation in Annapolis Maryland is looking to hire a full-time Associate Director Donor Experience & Recognition to join the Donor Experience & Strategy Team.

This team integrates the core functions that shape how donors experience and invest in the institution-including Donor Experience (Engagement Stewardship Recognition and Acknowledgement) Development Communications Campaign Operations Research & Portfolio Management and Proposal Case and Gift Agreement Development. Together these areas ensure that donors are identified inspired informed and recognized through a cohesive data-driven approach that connects philanthropy to impact and aligns with institutional priorities and campaign goals.

This exempt position has an annual salary range of $75400 - $94300 and reports to the Director Donor Experience & Stewardship.

Position Summary

The Associate Director Donor Experience & Recognition designs and manages donor recognition and engagement programs that celebrate giving and foster meaningful connections. The role leads the management of recognition societies the overall donor experience therein to how we recognize donors in reports print materials digital platforms as well as physical recognition projects that reflect the institutions gratitude and values.

This position pays a competitive salary commensurate with experience and is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus when applicable. You would also be eligible for a generous benefits plan which includes medical dental vision an FSA an HSA a fully-vested 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching 22 days of accrued paid time off (PTO) per fiscal year 13 paid holidays per calendar year group life insurance short-term & long-term disability identity theft protection and annual opportunities for professional development. Although not guaranteed certain additional benefits may be offered through the Naval Academy such as use of certain recreational facilities (including the Brigade Sports Complex gym marina and indoor/outdoor pools) as well as category II eligibility for employee children to apply to the Naval Academy Primary School.

Our mission requires that we hire and retain the best of the best. To do that we offer competitive pay generous benefits opportunities for career development and a positive work experience

This position is based in historic Annapolis at our current offices located overlooking the Severn River on the beautiful grounds of the U.S. Naval 2023 the staff of the Alumni Association and Foundation moved into new modern offices in the Fluegel Alumni Center which is built on the banks of College Creek overlooking the Naval Academy and downtown Annapolis.

ABOUT THE UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY (USNA) ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AND FOUNDATION

The United States Naval Academy Alumni Association and the United States Naval Academy Foundation are two independent not-for-profit corporations sharing a single president and CEO and operating as a fully integrated organization in support of the Naval Academy and its mission. The organizations focus and core competencies are engagement and philanthropy in pursuit of complementary and closely aligned missions.

Our Mission: The course set by Alumni Association founders in 1886 rings true today as our mission is to serve and support the United States the Naval Service the Naval Academy and academy alumni by:

• Furthering the highest standards at the Naval Academy.
• Seeking out; informing encouraging and assisting outstanding qualified young men and women to pursue careers as officers through the Naval Academy and
• Initiating and sponsoring activities that will perpetuate the history traditions memories and growth of the Naval Academy and bind alumni together in support of the highest ideals of command citizenship and the government.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with internal and external teams to ensure that all recognition programs (Ex: Presidents Circle Superintendents Society etc.) communications virtual and in-person events and donor courtesies are delivered seamlessly creating high-quality personalized experiences that strengthen donor relationships.
• Produce and manage milestone correspondence and welcome packets or similar communications ensuring timeliness accuracy and a donor-centered approach.
• Work closely with the Donor Experience & Strategy team to ensure recognition programs and experiences are integrated with stewardship impact reporting and engagement initiatives.
• Support the planning and execution of donor recognition events including Presidents Circle weekend dedications and other formal experiences ensuring donors are appropriately acknowledged and celebrated.
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of recognition programs and communications collecting donor feedback and implementing improvements to enhance satisfaction and retention.
• Maintain recognition standards policies and records.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree required.
• 5 years in donor relations events or advancement communications.
• Experience designing and executing donor recognition programs.
• Experience managing data-driven reporting and donor information systems and experience platforms (Ex: Blackbaud CRM ThankView CVENT Ovrture or similar platforms).
• Strong project management and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.
• Show grit work with enthusiasm think with intellect and act with honesty and humility.
• Dedication to growth and professional development with an openness to coaching and mentoring.
• Able and willing to perform or assist with other duties as assigned.

Due to the collaborative nature of the role and the consistent in-person interaction with the Foundation staff is necessary. This position is based in Annapolis and is not eligible for a full-time remote working arrangement.

To Apply: Please go to and apply on our website.

The USNA Alumni Association and Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Veterans encouraged to apply.

Required Experience:

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