Student Engagement Specialist - Ohio State University

About the role

The Role:

We are currently seeking Ohio State students with an interest in developing their communication skills, growing fundraising knowledge, and expanding their network!

Responsibilities

• Cultivate relationships with donors, alumni, friends, and family of the university, with the goal of them becoming donors or continuing to give to Ohio State.
• Create unique engagements with Ohio State alumni, friends, and family through telephone and digital interactions.
• Execute strategy and provide comprehensive support for broad-based fundraising, including annual solicitations and special projects for all fundraising.
• Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of the philanthropic priorities of the university to effectively present a case for support in order to secure donations.
• Secure gifts and provide related stewardship and relationship building in conjunction with The Ohio State University Alumni Association.
• Work closely with the Manager of the Student Engagement Specialists and Student Supervisors to execute strategy and provide comprehensive support for broad-based fundraising.

Requirements

• Ability to work a combination of evening and weekend shifts – Monday - Thursday 1:00-5:00 pm and 5:30-9:30 pm, Friday 1:00-5:00 pm, Sunday 12-4 pm & 4:30-8:30 pm.
• Demonstrated capacity to manage relationships with colleagues, constituents, alumni, and current donors to deliver effective results, including the achievement of specific and measurable goals.
• Proven interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills including written and verbal; proven ability to present ideas clearly and concisely.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and any related CRM experience.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay starting at $13.50 per hour plus additional monetary bonus and raise opportunities throughout the school year.
• Referral Bonus available, dependent on the referred applicant successfully completing the interview and training process.
• Variety of daily, weekly, and monthly incentives and competitions with various monetary and non-monetary prizes.
• Flexible work hours that are configured to work for current part-time or full-time students.

Compensation

• $13.50 per hour

Schedule

• On Site – University Square North 14 E. 15th Ave., Columbus, OH 43201 (right above Roots and Barrio on High St.)

Physical Demands

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.