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Donor Relations Associate - Institutional Advancement & UW Foundation

University of Wyoming
$42,504-$50,004
vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Wyoming, Laramie
Jul 12, 2025
Donor Relations Associate - Institutional Advancement & UW Foundation Join Our Campus Community! Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Wyoming. Our community thrives on the contributions of talented and driven individuals who share in our mission, vision, and values. If your expertise and experience align with the goals of our institution, we would be thrilled to hear from you. We encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our vibrant campus community today! Why Choose Us? At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include: Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan. Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs. Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure. Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth. Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources. At the University of Wyoming, we're committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW's Benefits Summary. JOB TITLE: Donor Relations Associate JOB PURPOSE: The world needs more gratitude! If you agree, then we'd love to have you on our Donor Relations team! We are a hardworking department that aims to surprise and delight UW's generous donors with high-quality stewardship by facilitating sincere gratitude, transparent impact reporting and one-of-a-kind UW experiences. The Donor Relations Associate executes day-to-day donor relations administrative operations as well as manages the scholarship stewardship program for the UW Foundation. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Scholarship stewardship program (40%) Serve as main contact for scholarship questions (external and internal stakeholders) Oversee student scholarship letter program (student acquisition and donor distribution) Proactively track scholarship awarding throughout the year Develop and execute stewardship program for scholarship donors including annual notification letters and communication. Be up to date with current scholarship trends Manage UWF relationship with UW Scholarship and Financial Aid Office Routine Donor Relations Tasks (30%) Manage Foundation athletic tickets for distribution to donors Manage and collaborate with the UWF Marketing department on Donor Relations VIP digital birthday cards Manage uwf-stewardship email listserv Manage Donor Relations updates and contact reports in CRM database Departmental Assistance (20%) Assist with annual donor mailings (like holiday cards) Assist with annual stewardship events/initiatives (Donor Appreciation Day, Stewardship Summit) Assist, Coordinator of Donor Relations, as needed, with endowment reporting Assist, Director of Donor Relations, as needed, with corporate and foundation relations reporting Assist, Director and Coordinator, as needed, with event execution Miscellaneous (10%) Assist with special Donor Relations projects such as stewardship portfolio, special gratitude projects, budget tracking, etc. SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS: Organize and lead associated committees as directed. Perform administrative support activities relating to job assignment. Functional supervision of all work-study/student workers COMPETENCIES: Strategic Planning Integrity Attention to Detail Teamwork Individual Leadership Service Orientation Quality Orientation Initiative MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, or a related field Experience: 1 year work-related experience DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1 year of experience working in an office setting, preferably a non-profit or higher education setting. Experience with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Experience with confidentiality or FERPA privacy laws Experience with record maintenance and management REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: Cover letter Resume or C.V. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position). WORK LOCATION: On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus. WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS: The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position. HIRING STATEMENT/EEO: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu. ABOUT LARAMIE: The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn move about Laramie, by visiting the About Laramie website. Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie's beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/ Job Identification: 251698 Apply Before: 08/04/2025, 05:59 AM Job Schedule: Full Time Locations: 16th & Gibbon, Laramie, WY, 82071, US Posted Salary Range: $42,504-$50,004 Schedule (Hours Per Week): 40 Travel: To apply, visit https://eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/251698/?lastSelectedFacet=TITLES&selectedTitlesFacet=Part-Time+Worker%253BFaculty%252FAcademic%253BClassified+Staff%253BAdministrative%252FExecutive Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-db46fbc36840d44aad9dc444b714745c