Development Associate

About the Department

Engineering has been a cornerstone of NC State University since the university’s founding in 1887. Today, with more than 10,000 students and 300 tenure/tenure-track faculty, the College of Engineering is among the largest and most preeminent engineering programs in the nation. The College of Engineering seeks to actively engage its 78,000 alumni households, the largest alumni body of any academic college at NC State. Through support of the North Carolina legislature, the College is undergoing a period of significant expansion to help meet the needs of the state’s booming technology sector. Our students and faculty are focused on meeting the Grand Challenges of the 21st Century through discovery, innovation, education and outreach. Our cutting-edge research and education programs provide the knowledge and workforce to fuel the future of our state, nation and world. In the College of Engineering, we truly Think and Do.

Responsibilities

Support the daily operations of the College of Engineering Advancement Office by providing high-level administrative, project, and operational support to the fundraising team. As the Development Associate, you will help coordinate team activities, facilitate communication with donors, prospects, volunteers, and campus colleagues, and ensure the efficient execution of advancement initiatives. This role is an integral part of the Advancement team and contributes to the effective delivery of fundraising and engagement efforts across the College.

• Administrative & Operational Support – Coordinate team meetings and activities, manage calendars, schedule appointments, arrange travel for senior leadership, prepare correspondence, and provide day-to-day administrative support for the fundraising team.
• Project Coordination & Constituent Engagement – Support projects and programmatic initiatives that advance fundraising efforts while facilitating communication and coordinating meetings with donors, prospects, volunteers, and campus colleagues.
• Organization & Process Improvement – Maintain organized workflows, follow established processes with exceptional attention to detail, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency while supporting the ongoing operations of the Advancement Office.
• Other Responsibilities – Maintain a strong understanding of organizational policies and procedures; work collaboratively with administrative staff across the College of Engineering to provide coverage and support as needed; support College of Engineering advancement leadership and team members with special projects and strategic initiatives; attend meetings and events as required; perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education: Bachelor’s degree; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience providing high-level administrative, operational, or program support in a complex, fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities independently, exercising sound judgment, discretion, and attention to detail
• Experience with financial processes and administrative coordination (e.g., expenses, reimbursements, tracking, or transactional workflows)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare reports, correspondence, and briefing materials for leadership
• Experience working with databases, CRM systems, or data/reporting tools (e.g., Salesforce or similar platforms) to manage and interpret information

Required License or Certification: A valid North Carolina Driver’s License is required within 60 days of start date. Must be maintained as a condition of employment.

Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs