Gift Specialist

Job ID: 60467

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department

FSU Division of University Advancement

Florida State University is currently in the leadership phase of a
comprehensive campaign. As the leadership phase of the campaign begins, the Division of University Advancement is accelerating the hiring of
additional advancement services professionals’ campus-wide and is excited to build out its team. For Advancement professionals who are
interested in being a part of a comprehensive campaign from the beginning for their career development, the timing is ideal to join our
team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

The Gift Specialist, Gift Services contributes to the integrity, maintenance and management of
advancement information through gift and membership entry, gift and membership research, analysis of data, reporting, data entry, and
clerical support within the Gift Services unit. The Gift Specialist is expected to uphold and exemplify the operating practices and mission
of the Foundation and Alumni Association Gift Services.

Analyze, Research and Record Gifts, Memberships, and Event Registrations

Uses a variety of resources to identify donors/members and their relationships, with mindfulness of the tax, donor/member stewardship and
reporting implications of their work. Maintains knowledge of basic tax code for charitable contributions, as well as guidelines established
by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education. Reviews and analyzes data for accuracy, logic and relevance. Creates and updates
donor database records. Performs queries and exports/imports in the database. Reconciles financial data in a variety of formats to ensure
cohesive bookkeeping with the accounting database. Enters a variety of gift, membership, or event data with high level of accuracy and
efficiency. Protects confidential information. Scans gift documentation.

Edit and Proofread

Merges critical data into
spreadsheet or word processing documents. Edits donor acknowledgement letters, pledge reminders and other correspondence, personalizing
based on the complexity of the gift to continue the cycle of stewardship and future gifts to FSU.

Donor and Customer Service

Communicates effectively directly with fundraisers, campus contacts and donors. Corresponds with high level of written and verbal
proficiency.

Other Duties as Required

Performs simple gift or membership projects as assigned by Assistant Director or Senior
Director. Maintains information in a variety of formats including network files and digital images.

Qualifications

High school and four years of experience, to include a minimum of one year working in a fiscal
environment, or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to four years.

University
Information

One of the nation’s elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates
knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the
traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher
education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU,
there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping
tomorrow’s news! Learn
more about our university and campuses.

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised,
apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a
current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable
information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an A&P (Administrative and Professional) position.

This position requires
successful completion of a criminal history
background check.

Applicants must upload a resume with their online application.