Tusculum University, Tennessee’s oldest university, seeks to fill a dual-reporting role with the employee’s time being split between the office of the Provost and the Office of Institutional Advancement. This is a professional, full-time position that will be largely project-based. The employee can expect to be involved in a variety of projects, including, but not limited to, schedule management, budget preparations, coordinating correspondence between the Provost and internal and external constituents, assisting the Provost on projects relating to accreditation and budgeting, and planning and executing special events (e.g., Commencement); perform the gift management process in the Office of Institutional Advancement, including but not limited to the maintenance and upkeep of records on the Raiser’s Edge database, gift acceptance and entry, preparing reports, conducting prospect research, and performing the prospect management process while working closely with fellow staff members, the Office of the President, and the CFO/Vice President of Finance.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (or related field); Master’s preferred
- Experience in database management
- Fundraising or sales experience preferred
- Basic knowledge and understanding of accounting
- Strong computer skills, particularly with Excel, Word, and donor databases
- Knowledge of higher education and Institutional Advancement preferred
- The right candidate will be a team player, have good communication and problem-solving skills, and a sense of humor.
Tusculum University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, participates in E-Verify, and observes the guidelines as a Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace employer. This position is subject to the results of pre-employment testing and a background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), and credit history check (if applicable). All applicants must currently be authorized to work full-time in the United States and if hired, the candidate must be able to submit proof of eligibility.
HOW TO APPLY:
Only online applications will be accepted. Please submit a cover letter and Resume for consideration to turesume@tusculum.edu ATTN: Asst-1132025.