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Auburn Advancement and The Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center are excited to begin the search for a Development Coordinator! This position provides administrative, fundraising, stewardship, event, and donor-relations support for the Advancement team. This position helps execute annual giving initiatives, donor engagement strategies, sponsorship programs, gift processing, and special events while maintaining accurate records and delivering exceptional donor service.
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Candidates are required to upload a resume and cover letter with their application. Please combine into one document.
Responsibilities
- Support fundraising, donor stewardship, sponsorship, and annual giving programs.
- Coordinate donor meetings, tours, travel logistics, and advancement communications.
- Maintain prospect, donor, and constituent records and prepare reports as needed.
- Process gifts, pledges, naming opportunities, and related documentation accurately and timely.
- Assist with donor recognition, impact reporting, and stewardship activities.
- Coordinate and support advancement events, donor receptions, and council meetings.
- Monitor budgets, process reimbursements, and assist with financial tracking and reporting.
- Partner with marketing and communications staff on donor-facing materials and campaigns.
- Manage sponsorship benefit fulfillment and recognition opportunities.
- Supervise student employees and assist with training and task assignments.
Qualifications
Development Programs Coordinator I
- Bachelor's degree
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Development Programs Coordinator II
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- Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience in public relations work and general office operations OR
- Master's degree
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Development Programs Coordinator III
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- Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of experience in public relations work and general office operations OR
- Master's degree plus 2 years of experience in public relations work and general office operations
Contract Type
Continuing
Why Work at Auburn?
- Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
- Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
- We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
- Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
- A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
- Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement
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Posted Date
8/18/2026
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