Responsibilities:
* Work closely with the Advancement Communications team on message development and Donor Relations staff on donor stewardship initiatives.
* Attend and staff major College functions, including but not limited to Alumni Weekend, THAW and various donor events.
* Travel (that may require overnight stays) and some night and weekend work are required.
* Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications (While no one person may possess all the qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate will have many of the following professional experiences and characteristics):
* Bachelor’s degree required.
* Minimum five years related professional experience required.
* Previous face-to-face solicitation experience preferred.
* Strong analytical and assessment skills required.
* Demonstrated understanding of fundraising techniques, volunteer management, donor relations and stewardship.
* An active commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging .
* Demonstrated ability to meet goals and effectively handle multiple priorities.
* Ability to work in a self-directed fashion while serving as a member of a collaborative Advancement team.
* Ability to understand and articulate the role of a small, private liberal arts college.
* Excellent skills in communication, organization, time management and planning
* Satisfactory completion of standard background checks, including but not limited to education verification, driving record, national criminal background checks, and child abuse clearance required.
Schedule & Benefits: This is a full-time, year-round position based in Allentown, PA with partial remote work available. Muhlenberg offers a highly competitive benefits package, including but not limited to, generous holidays (included an extended winter break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day), vacation (22 days per year), sick leave, paid parental leave, tuition programs at the undergraduate and graduate level, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending plans, College-provided short-term disability, life insurance, and retirement.
The College & Surrounding Area: Founded in 1848, Muhlenberg College is a private, four-year residential, liberal arts college offering baccalaureate and graduate programs. Muhlenberg College is dedicated to shaping creative, compassionate, collaborative leaders through rigorous academic programs in the arts, humanities, business, natural sciences and social sciences; as well as pre-professional programs in law, health and theology; and progressive workforce focused post-baccalaureate certificates and master’s degrees. As part of eastern Pennsylvania’s scenic Lehigh Valley, Allentown is a diverse city of 125,000, located just 60 miles north of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of New York City. As the third largest city in the state, and along with neighboring Bethlehem and Easton, the region is home to a vibrant arts scene, extensive parks and recreational opportunities, and a rich blend of diverse cuisine. Check out Allentown and Life in the Lehigh Valley | Muhlenberg College to learn more.
Muhlenberg College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees are expected to support Muhlenberg's commitment to function as a diverse, caring, inclusive community.
To apply, upload your complete application package as a single PDF document. A complete application package includes: 1) cover letter; 2) resume; 3) separate diversity statement summarizing your professional experiences and commitment to equity and inclusion; and 4) names/contact information for three professional references.