Director, Gifts & Records Administration

Grade: T28

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Summary:

Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Advancement Operations, the Director of Gift and Records Administration supports the fundraising and engagement goals of Institutional Advancement by serving as the first point of donor stewardship and by maintaining the over 375,000 records that are the basis for vital operations including but not limited to financial reporting and solicitation outreach in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This position has oversight of the accurate and timely entry of gifts and pledges in the university's system of record, Banner, ensuring that transactions are processed in compliance with all relevant IRS, CASE, NACUBO, and FASB regulations and in accordance with the donor's documented intent. In addition, the Director oversees the prompt and correct entry in Banner of a high volume of detailed bio-demographic updates. It is the responsibility of the Director that all activities in the Gift and Records Administration program are conducted in accordance with the highest professional and ethical standards. The Director also serves as a member of the Gift Management Committee and maintains a strong partnership with IA colleagues and other staff at the 17 schools, colleges and units that comprise Temple University, providing guidance on complex gift situations. The Director will, additionally, play a key role in the implementation of a new Advancement CRM. Performs other duties as assigned

Required Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in any relevant field that develops critical thinking skills and at least six years of relevant experience, preferably in a higher education advancement environment. High level knowledge in accounting, financial controls, and information systems. Knowledge and understanding of policies and procedures surrounding gift accounting. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred:

* Advanced degree.

Required skills and abilities

* Unquestionable integrity and ability to exercise sound judgement in high pressure and nuanced situations

* In-depth understanding of fundraising database systems and gift and record processing

* High level of detail orientation

* Customer-centric attitude

* Collaborative management style

* Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and high volume of work

* Excellent written and oral communications skills

* Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies

* This role requires an on-campus presence at least several days a week

* Must be prepared to work longer hours at busy times of year and over the winter holiday break as necessary

Preferred:

* Experience with the Advancement module of the Banner fundraising database

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

This position is Hybrid

Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.