Donor Relations Assistant
Job Description
Job Title
Donor Relations AssistantAgency
Texas A&M University - Corpus ChristiDepartment
Institutional AdvancementProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Corpus Christi, TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.
TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.
PURPOSE
The Donor Relations Assistant will be responsible for the coordination and execution of administrative duties related to recognition and giving societies including tracking memberships and ensuring that all benefits are being received. They will also be responsible for drafting and preparing written acknowledgements to donors.
DESCRIPTION
Functional Area 1: Administrative
Percent Effort: 60%
Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Donor Engagement execute the day-to-day operations for all donor recognition and giving societies including tracking memberships, ensuring benefits are being received, and assisting with stewardship and renewal efforts.
Manage the operations and logistics of the brick & bench campaign. Collaborate with Development to track donations and steward donors; coordinate with Administrative Operations and external vendors to ensure items are ordered and installed.
Assist with the preparation of written communications and standardized donor acknowledgements.
Work with Development Officers ensure that personalized acknowledgements are being written and delivered in a timely manner.
Enters data and uploads stewardship-related documents to university's Raiser's Edge constituent database; Prepares, uploads, and manages email and other communication lists in Encompass
Functional Area 2: Support
Percent Effort: 30%
Assists with Institutional Advancement and Donor Relations events
Assist Advancement Services staff with database updates and other special projects
Functional Area 3: Other
Percent Effort: 10%
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree.
Additional experience may be considered as a substitute for the minimum education required:
High school diploma/GED with four (4) years of related experience
Associate’s degree with two (2) years of related experience
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Two (2) years of related experience in hospitality, communications, and creating correspondence.
SALARY: up to $16.36/hourly
Up to $34,028.80/annually, approximately
NOTE: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.
BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)
From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.
Medical
$0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).
Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
Employee and Spouse
Employee and Children
Employee and Family coverage
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
On-campus wellness opportunities
Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
Public Loan Forgiveness
Book scholarships
100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
12-15 paid holidays each year.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.