Membership Coordinator​/WUFT-TV​/FM and WJUF-FM

Membership Coordinator/WUFT-TV/FM and WJUF-FM

Job No: 538777

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Classification

Title:

Membership Coordinator/WUFT-TV/FM and WJUF-FM

Classification

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Join UF Advancement as WUFT-FM & WUFT-TV Membership Coordinator - Shape the Future of Campus Media - Where your skills amplify a vibrant community!

As the Membership Coordinator, you'll be the heartbeat of our radio and television family. Reporting to the Senior Director of Development and the WUFT Membership Director, you'll build lasting relationships with listeners, donors, and partners across Gainesville and beyond. Your work will keep the signal strong, the community engaged, and the campus budget healthy.

• Gold‑standard culture
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  We strive to be the best in voluntary support for higher education, and every staff member echoes that mission.
• Stability and growth
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  The University of Florida offers competitive pay, substantial benefits, tuition assistance, and ample internal advancement.
• Living the mission
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  Your day‑to‑day will directly support the university's priorities, fueling the stories that shape scholars and citizens.

• Pledge‑drive champion
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  Plan, coordinate, and energize FM/TV pledge drives; recruit volunteers, curate premium gifts, and manage on‑air and direct‑mail outreach.
• Database steward
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  Maintain accurate member records, process contributions, and generate insightful reports to guide future campaigns.
• Communication conduit
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  Handle phone, email, and face‑to‑face interactions—answering benefit questions, updates, and support, while keeping newsletters and social posts fresh.
• Event liaison
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  Assist the Major Gifts team on high‑capacity donors, coordinate‑RSVPs, set‑ups, and thank‑you logistics for events, community tables, and station outreach.
• Community builder
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  Identify and nurture relationships with local partners—corporates, foundations, and volunteers—to expand WUFT's presence.

• Holds a strong blend of donor stewardship, database acumen, and event‑management expertise.
• Exhibits an entrepreneurial spirit, tenacity, and credible professionalism.
• Communicates engagingly, adapts to changing priorities, and is driven by UF's mission.
• Comfortable during extended hours, occasional weekends, and unpredictable campaign peaks.

Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some weekend work required. Hours may vary during membership campaigns and special events, and occasionally early morning, evening, and travel commitments may be necessary.

• Competitive salary and health/risk insurance.
• Tuition assistance and a generous leave policy.
• A vibrant campus life, Gainesville's cultural scene, and proximity to world‑class medicine and research.
• Included “total reward” package details: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..edu

As home to Florida's largest and oldest university, Gainesville is one of the state's centers of education, medicine, cultural events, and athletics. Gainesville and the surrounding area are home to about 250,000 people, a robust arts community, several museums, a world‑class health care system anchored at UF, a downtown core known for its restaurants and brew pubs, excellent public and private schools, and abundant nature exemplified by clear, natural springs.

Additionally, within two hours are attractions such as Disney World, Universal Studios, Busch Gardens, and historic St. Augustine. Explore Gainesville in 60 Seconds.

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization.
• Prior non‑profit fundraising and member development experience preferred.
• Enthusiastic about mission of public media.
• Must have computing skills and willingness and ability to learn new software as necessary.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team player.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, projects and priorities effectively and professionally.
• Ex…