<p>Job Description:</p> <p>The Advancement Associate provides essential administrative and operational support for the Office of Institutional Advancement. This generalist role helps ensure the smooth day-to-day functioning of advancement activities, including gift processing, donor acknowledgement, IA event logistics, database and record support, and general office coordination.</p> <p>This position serves as an important member of the advancement team by supporting fundraising, donor stewardship, donor and alumni engagement, and IA special events. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities with professionalism and discretion.</p> <p>Essential Functions:</p> <ol> <li>Gift Processing and Donor Support: </li></ol> <ul> <li>Process charitable gifts, pledges, and matching gifts accurately and in a timely manner; </li><li>Prepare and distribute donor acknowledgement letters, thank you correspondence, and tax receipts as appropriate; </li><li>Maintain accurate donor and constituent records, including updates to contact information and gift history; </li><li>Support donor stewardship efforts through reporting, mailing lists, and related administrative tasks. </li></ul> <ol start="2"> <li>Administrative and Office Support: </li></ol> <ul> <li>Provide general administrative support to the IA team, including but not limited to calendar support, scheduling, filing, data entry, and document preparation; </li><li>Order and maintain office supplies and support general office organization and operations; </li><li>Assist with preparation of reports, meeting materials, agendas, and presentations; </li><li>Coordinate mailings and other routine office projects; </li><li>Support budget and invoice needs for IA team. </li></ul> <ol start="3"> <li>Event Support and Logistics: </li></ol> <ul> <li>Support planning and execution of advancement-related events, including donor events, alumni programs, volunteer gatherings, and campus celebrations; </li><li>Assist with event logistics such as invitations, RSVP tracking, nametags, material assembly, vendor coordination, room setup, and day-of-event support; </li><li>Help manage guest lists, registration, and follow-up communications. </li></ul> <ol start="4"> <li>Data and Operational Support: </li></ol> <ul> <li>Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in handling donor, alumni, and institutional information; </li><li>Generate lists, reports, and basic data exports to support fundraising and engagement efforts; </li><li>Assist with projects related to annual giving, stewardship, alumni relations, and campaign activities; </li><li>Support data clean-up and record maintenance efforts to ensure integrity of advancement systems; </li><li>Perform other related duties as assigned to support the goals of the Institutional Advancement team. </li></ul> <p>Additional Functions:</p> <ul> <li>Provide backup support for other Advancement team members during peak periods, staff absences, or special projects; </li><li>Support digital engagement efforts, including updates to giving platforms, event pages, and email communications; </li><li>Help maintain an inventory of advancement materials, including donor recognition items, event supplies, and marketing collateral; </li><li>Participate in cross-departmental collaboration to support institutional events and initiatives; </li><li>Contribute to process improvements by identifying efficiencies and supporting implementation of best practices; </li><li>Respect and maintain confidentiality, parameters of operation, professional protocols, and individual privacy; </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or their designee. </li></ul> <p>Requirements:</p> <p>Essential Characteristics:</p> <p>Successful performance of this position demands consistent demonstration of the following uncompromised performance characteristics:</p> <ul> <li>Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. </li><li>Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines. </li><li>High level of professionalism, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information. </li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills. </li><li>Problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate needs and take initiative. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Associate's or bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience. </li><li>1-3 years of administrative experience, office support, customer service, or related experience. </li><li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. </li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree </li><li>Experience in higher education or nonprofit fundraising, alumni relations, or event support. </li><li>Familiarity with donor databases, CRM systems, or gift processing systems. </li><li>Experience preparing correspondence, mail merges, reports, and event materials. </li></ul> <p>Hourly Rate Range:</p> <p>$19.00 to $21.00 per hour</p> <p>Additional Information:</p> <p>Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Curry College will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.</p> <p>At the College's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the College, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.</p> <p>Employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment background checks.</p> <p>Title IX Notice of Nondiscrimination</p> <p>Curry College (the "College") does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that we administer, as required by Title IX and its federal regulations, including in admission and employment.</p> <p>The Non-Discrimination Policy can be found at</p> <p>https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Nondiscrimination-Policy.pdf</p> <p>The Sexual Misconduct Policy can be found at</p> <p>https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Sexual-Misconduct-Policy.pdf</p> <p>Individuals who wish to make a complaint of discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX, or those with information about conduct that may constitute discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX may contact the Director of Title IX and Equity Compliance, the Office for Civil Rights, or both.</p> <p>Inquiries about the implementation of Title IX and its federal regulations to the College may be referred to either or both offices listed below:</p> <p>Juan M. Hernandez, Ed.D, Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Belonging, Interim Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator: Office 121, King Administrative Building, 55 Atherton Street Milton, MA. 02186. 617-333-2394, juan.hernandez@curry.edu</p> <p>Office of Civil Rights ("OCR"): Boston Office, Office for Civil Rights, US Department of Education, 9th Floor, 5 Post Office Square, Boston, MA 02109-3921, Telephone: 617-289-0111, FAX: 617-289-0150; TDD: 800-877-8339, Email: OCR.Boston@ed.gov.</p> <p>Application Instructions:</p> <p>Please apply online at https://www.curry.edu/about-us/community-resources/employment/job-opportunities for consideration. Interested applicants must submit the following:</p> <ul> <li>a cover letter; </li><li>a resume; and; </li><li>a list of three professional references, one of which must be a former or current supervisor, including complete contact information and professional titles. </li></ul> <p>By submitting an application, you are attesting the following:</p> <p>I certify that the facts set forth in this Application for Employment are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if I am employed, false statements, omissions, or misrepresentations may result in my dismissal. I authorize the Employer to make an investigation of any of the facts set forth in this application and release the Employer from any liability. The Employer may contact any listed references on this application.</p> <p>I acknowledge and understand that the company is an "at will' employer. Therefore, any employee (regular, temporary, or other type of category employee) may resign at any time, just as the Employer may terminate the employment relationship with any employee at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice to the other party.</p>