Annual Giving and Donor Relations Coordinator

Job Overview

SUMMARY
The Annual Giving and Donor Relations Coordinator will have direct responsibility for all aspects of the Foundation’s
annual giving program. This person will be accountable for directing the annual campus fundraising initiatives and be
accountable for developing a short-and-long-term plan to increase annual support from alumni, friends, and corporate
partners of Southwest Tech. The program consists of, but not limited to: attracting and retaining prospective donors;
monitors mailings; analyzing past donations; creating, disseminating and evaluating direct mail. This person will develop
innovative approaches to solicit gifts from alumni, parents, friends, businesses/community members and faculty/staff. This
position may be expected to travel throughout Southwest Wisconsin and work occasional evenings and weekends in
support of Foundation meetings and events.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Establish, lead, and role model a professional, positive, and collaborative annual giving program work
environment.
• Design, implement, and manage a comprehensive annual giving program, including leading a Day of Giving
campaigns, direct mail, digital/electronic solicitations, faculty and staff giving, and alumni giving initiatives.
• Lead the corporate partner sponsorship program, including development, implementation, stewardship, and
coordination of sponsor recognition and benefits.
• Develop and implement donor relations and stewardship strategies, including donor recognition programs,
naming opportunities, gift societies, and giving levels.
• Oversee donor acknowledgment and recognition processes, including plaques, memorials, naming recognitions,
and donor recognition displays.
• Produce, coordinate, and distribute annual fund and donor impact reports, including leading the Foundation’s
annual donor report.
• Develop marketing, communication, and promotional materials to support annual giving, donor relations,
stewardship, publications, and Foundation initiatives.
• Generate statistical reports and analyze data from the Foundation database to support fundraising, stewardship,
and organizational decision-making.
• Lead record retention, data integrity, and reporting efforts within the Foundation database to support all
Foundation activities.
• Collaborate with Foundation and campus partners to support departmental goals, fundraising priorities, and
institutional initiatives.
• Support the planning and execution of alumni and donor engagement events.
• Be the direct supervisor of student employee(s) in the Foundation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
The Annual Giving and Donor Relations Coordinator will be a motivated person of integrity. He/she will be dedicated to
the vision, mission, purposes, and values of the Southwest Wisconsin Technical College Foundation, the Southwest
Wisconsin Technical College Real Estate Foundation, and Southwest Wisconsin Technical College. To perform this job
successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional fundraising experience, including annual giving, or an equivalent
combination of education and related professional experience
• Experience planning and supporting events.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and customer service skills, with the ability to work effectively both
independently and collaboratively with diverse groups.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, maintain confidentiality, and thrive in a fastpaced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and standard office technology.
• Experience using donor database systems and desktop publishing or marketing tools.
• Knowledge of budget preparation and management.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies that enhance fundraising and donor engagement.
• Ability to travel throughout Southwest Wisconsin and work occasional evenings and weekends in support of
Foundation meetings and events.
• Valid driver’s license.
Preference will be given to those with:
• Fundraising experience in higher education or a nonprofit environment.
• Experience with donor database systems.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS STATEMENT
Southwest Tech is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. While certain job roles may require
physical capabilities, we welcome applicants of all abilities and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations
throughout the hiring process and in the workplace.

APPLICATIONS
Internal and External applicants complete and submit the online employment application at www.swtc.edu/jobs
For questions regarding the application process, or if you need an accommodation, please email Human Resources at
humanresources@swtc.edu or 608.822.2314. (TDD: 608.822.2072)

SALARY RANGES
C42: $51,741.76 - $72,438.46

BENEFITS/SERVICES
Our comprehensive benefit package includes the following and much more:
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account
• Health Club Access
• Wisconsin Retirement
System Contribution
• On-campus day care (hourly
rate charged)
• College Savings Program
• Additional Voluntary
Benefits
• Paid Time Off

SELECTION PROCESS
The Review Committee will screen applicants and contact them for an interview. Meeting the minimum qualifications does
not assure the candidate an interview. Final candidate’s employment offer may be subject to completion of a criminal
background check and pre-employment drug screening.
Southwest Tech does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and
activities. The Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Officer has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies. Call 800-362-3322, Ext. 2315 (TDD: 608-822-2072) or write Southwest Tech, 1800 Bronson Blvd.,
Fennimore, WI 53809.