Advancement Engagement Officer

Agency

Department

The Advancement Engagement Officer is responsible for planning coordinating and executing strategic university events that strengthen community engagement support regional economic development initiatives and enhance institutional visibility throughout the community.

In addition the Advancement Engagement Officer supports student leadership initiatives annual giving program and collaborates with advancement staff to assist with donor cultivation stewardship and participation-based fundraising efforts aligned with institutional priorities.

Eligibility to work in the U.S. is required at the time of hire. No pre-employment sponsorship is authorized for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the planning coordination and execution of university events that strengthen community engagement institutional visibility and regional economic development partnerships.
• Develop and manage all aspects of event operations including budgeting logistics vendor coordination catering audiovisual needs guest experience communications registration and post-event stewardship activities.
• Direct and manage the universitys annual giving program including donor engagement strategies annual campaigns Giving Day initiatives participation-based fundraising efforts and stewardship activities designed to increase donor retention and philanthropic support.
• Manage student leadership programs that cultivate leadership development professional growth and ambassadorial skills while supporting initiatives that enhance student engagement campus involvement and university representation.
• Maintain accurate records within CRM systems generate reports and analyze event and engagement data to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Represent the Office of Advancement at university alumni donor and community events and perform additional duties in support of institutional goals.
• This document represents the major duties responsibilities and authorities of this job and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education advancement donor relations or nonprofit fundraising.
• Experience coordinating donor cultivation and stewardship events.
• Familiarity with fundraising campaigns donor engagement strategies and volunteer leadership programs.
• Experience with event management software and constituent relationship management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to create high-quality guest experiences and build strong stakeholder relationships.

Other Requirements

• Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours.
• Ability to always maintain confidentiality
• Experience in event planning advancement fundraising hospitality communications or related fields in higher education.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating special events and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated experience leading university student leaders
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Microsoft Excel and CRM/database systems

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

This position generally does not supervise employees.

To be considered for this position your application must be submitted no later than June 13 2026.

To apply: Upload your cover letter CV/resume and 3 professional references contact information with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.

Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to revise or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application you may contact .

BENEFITS (rules policies eligibility apply):

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence A&M-Texarkana is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

Insurance:

• Medical
  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value)
  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
    • Employee and Spouse
    • Employee and Children
    • Employee and Family coverage
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance Accidental D&D Long Term Disability Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• 75% waiver of tuition and fees for full-time employees their spouses and children

Time Off:

• 8 hours of vacation paid time off every month
• 8 hours of sick leave paid time off every month
• 8 hours of paid time off for birthday leave
• 12-15 paid holidays each year

Retirement:

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

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Employee Assistance Program

On Campus Wellness Opportunities

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.