About the University of Denver

The University of Denver (DU), a private university, is the oldest independent university in the Rocky Mountain region, with approximately 12,900 students in undergraduate and graduate programs. DU is classified as an R1: Doctoral University – very high research activity as a Doctoral/Research University. Financial Times Higher Education, U.S. News, and The Princeton Review have consistently ranked DU among the nation’s top 100 universities and among the top three universities in the state of Colorado.

The University of Denver embodies the spirit of exploration and discovery that define our region and our history. With nationally recognized academic programs, a history of widespread influence, a forward-looking vision for a 21st-century education, and a deep commitment to promoting inclusion, we open a world of opportunity to students and empower Pioneers to make a difference around the world.

About DU Advancement

The Denver Difference campaign is our most ambitious yet. It marks a dramatic shift in conventional thinking about what the university experience can and should be. DU is setting the bar with our approach to higher education, developing and preparing students to be successful in life in every way. The University of Denver is building an advancement enterprise that mirrors the excellence and innovation of our great institution. Inclusive of alumni relations, development, and student and alumni career services, DU Advancement is building and fostering a culture of deep engagement and philanthropy in support of our bold vision.

The University of Denver and DU Advancement deeply value inclusive excellence, recognizing that its success depends on how well it values, engages, and includes the rich diversity of constituents. As a part of that effort, we are continuing to grow a team of inclusive, collaborative, inquisitive, innovative, ethical, and transparent advancement professionals who possess deep mutual respect for one another and for our shared profession.

Position Summary

We are seeking dedicated and detail-oriented Part-Time Development Coordinators to join our team. These roles will support donor stewardship, annual giving, special events, and special projects for various schools and colleges within the University of Denver. The successful candidates will work closely with the development leaders in their assigned school or colleges(s) to enhance donor relations and support fundraising initiatives.

This is a non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.

Essential Functions 

Annual Giving

• Serve as a liaison to the central annual giving team, providing unit-level strategy and information supporting campus-wide appeals.
• In partnership with the unit-based development team, identify priorities and funds for mini-campaigns on both an ad-hoc and annual basis and lead development and execution of appeals.
• In partnership with the unit-based development team, define and identify key metrics for constituent moves management from annual giving to leadership annual giving, as well as major and planned giving.
• Identify and manage data needs related to annual giving.
• Oversee annual participation in 1Day4DU coordinating closely with central annual giving, alumni engagement, and major gift officers.

Stewardship

• In partnership with the unit-based development team, steward annual and leadership annual giving donors for targeted priorities and funds through thoughtful impact-based communications.
• Partner with Donor Relations and Stewardship on impact reports for non-endowed funds and programs.
• Partner with the unit-embedded Marketing and Communications and Advancement to identify donor stories to promote fundraising initiatives. 

Event Assistance

• Assist in planning and executing of unit-based fundraising events, ensuring all logistical details are managed efficiently.
• Provide administrative support for board and council meetings, including scheduling, preparing agendas, and taking minutes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for event participants, donors, and board members, ensuring clear and timely communication.
• Coordinate with vendors and service providers to secure necessary resources and services for events.
• Assist in managing event budgets, tracking expenses, and ensuring cost-effective solutions.
• Support the development and distribution of promotional materials to increase event visibility and participation.
• Handle post-event follow-up, including thank-you notes, feedback collection, and reporting on event outcomes.

Special Projects

• Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of special projects, ensuring all tasks are completed on time and within scope.
• Provide comprehensive administrative support, including scheduling meetings, preparing documentation, and maintaining project records.
• Act as a liaison between project stakeholders, ensuring clear and consistent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collect, analyze, and report on project data to track progress, identify issues, and support decision-making.
• Identify and address project-related challenges, proposing effective solutions to keep projects on track.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices and process improvements to enhance project outcomes.

University Citizenship

• Serve as an active and collaborative partner to central and unit-based advancement functions and other campus colleagues to foster strategic, effective, and collaborative talent management practices.
• Model “One DU” leadership.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to plan, execute, and monitor projects effectively.
• Strong organizational skills for scheduling, preparing documentation, and maintaining records.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with stakeholders, donors, and team members.
• Aptitude for identifying challenges and proposing effective solutions.
• Competence in managing event budgets and tracking expenses.
• Keen eye for detail and commitment to quality in planning events, managing data, and preparing reports.
• Flexibility to handle ad-hoc projects and changing priorities, with a strong customer service attitude.
• Ability to manage time well, particularly while handling competing priorities.
• Willingness to take initiative, maintain a positive attitude, and uphold a professional demeanor.
• Ability to work effectively with central and unit-based teams, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Adept at problem-solving, critical thinking, and using judgment in situations requiring sensitivity and tact.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education or work experience (Veterans with equivalent combination of military certification/education and experience may substitute for the degree qualification)
• 2 years of professional administrative, constituent relations, or related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education or similarly complex non-profit organization
• Experience supporting fundraising efforts

Working Environment

• Standard open office environment
• Noise level is quiet to moderate
• Eligible for hybrid work

Physical Activities

• Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period
• Must be willing and able to travel between multiple buildings across campus, and to move computer hardware from building to building with assistance (occasionally up to 20lb)

Application Deadline

For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) March 24th, 2025.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Hourly Range

The hourly range for the position is $24.50 - $27.10.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits

The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Statement of Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The University of Denver is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff and welcomes applications from women, minorities, members of the LBGT community, people with disabilities and veterans. The University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Please include the following documents with your application:

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Diversity Statement 

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.