Development Associate - College of Arts and Sciences; CS

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

Location: Edwardsville, IL

Apply Before: 01105

FLSA: Determined by Position

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.

Employing more than 2,400 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 University's presence generates almost 9,000 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.

FLSA: Non‑Exempt

Bachelor's 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.

• Experience in nonprofit management, development, alumni relations, fundraising, contact relationship management (CRM), or other database software.
• 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 Raisers Edge NXT (the University's 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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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 Driver's License or state of Illinois . Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.

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: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .

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