Gift Records Specialist Advancement, Campaigns and Administration
Location: New Orleans, LA
Summary The Gift Records Specialist works as part of the AIS team supporting fundraising at Tulane University. The primary responsibility of this position is to process charitable gifts received by the university. The position requires an understanding of charitable gifts, an understanding of the biographical and financial information stored in the database: how the data is interrelated, what policies and standards are used during contribution entry, as well as an understanding of IRS regulations pertaining to gifts. The Gift Records Specialist's work influences the accuracy of the university's financial transactions and impacts fundraising effectiveness. The position works closely with all departments within the Advancement Office, departments throughout the university, and directly with donors to provide information and customer service as needed or requested.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Good oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrated accurate data entry skills. Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent ability to manage multiple demands and/or projects simultaneously. Ability to maintain confidentiality of donor information and data. Ability to interact professionally, courteously, and effectively with internal departments. Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment as a positive contributing team member, with minimal supervision. Knowledge of various software systems, such as Word and Excel. Ability to work long hours and delay vacations at fiscal and calendar year end due to heavy volume of work at these times. Required Education and/or Experience High school diploma or equivalent degree. 2 years bookkeeping, teller, financial services, or budgeting experience. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree or some college. Experience processing gifts and pledges, to include receipting and preparing gift acknowledgements. Knowledge of development, fund-raising, and advancement services and functions in a higher education or complex not-for-profit environment. Compensation Information Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well-being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about Life at Tulane as well as our Benefits and Pay. See our Candidate Resources to learn more about our hiring process and what to expect.
How to Apply This position will close on the date it is filled.
Please Note: Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID-19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots.
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