Schaumburg
601 13th Street NW
Dobbs Ferry, New York
Posted: 09-Jan-26
Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Type: Full Time
Salary: $47,717-$59,460
Internal Number: 2026008
Stewardship Officer
Posting Details
| POSTING INFORMATION | |
| Internal Title | Stewardship Officer |
| Position Type | Classified |
| Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration | Non-Faculty |
| Pay Band | 5 |
| Level | 5 |
| Department | University Events, Advancement Communications and Donor Relations |
| Job Purpose | The Stewardship Officer provides vital administrative and programmatic support to the Donor Relations team within the University Events, Advancement Communications and Donor Relations department, helping ensure the timely and accurate delivery of stewardship materials, correspondence, and events. Reporting directly to the Director of Donor Relations, this position supports donor recognition, scholarship stewardship and event logistics while managing day-to-day office operations and administrative processes. |
| Minimum Requirements | Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two years of experience in a nonprofit, higher education advancement or related professional setting. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required. Photography and videography skills are a plus. Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience are encouraged to apply. |
| Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Position requires knowledge of and experience in basics of donor stewardship and engagement. Must have excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Proven project management skills and ability to prioritize. Candidates must have the ability to work effectively in a team environment (with a variety of people at all levels of the university) as well as take initiative independently. Strong interpersonal skills. Experience using constituent databases, preferably Raiser’s Edge and some experience with graphic design software like Canva. Commitment to respect and maintain confidentiality of donor information. |
| Additional Comments Regarding Position | Evening and weekend work may be required. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. *Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu. |
| Salary | *$47,717 - $59,460 |
| Posting Date | 01/09/2026 |
| Closing Date | 01/28/2026 |
| Benefits |
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| Open Until Filled | No |
| Posting Number | 2026008 |
| EEO Statement | The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu. |
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Job Duties
| Job Duties | |
| Activity | Assist with the donor acknowledgment process, including maintaining and updating acknowledgment templates and preparing custom correspondence for leadership review. |
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 25 |
| Activity | Serve as a key administrative resource to the Donor Relations team, ensuring efficient daily operations and excellent internal and external service. Duties include invoice processing, budget tracking, purchase orders and record keeping. |
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 20 |
| Activity | Coordinate logistics for donor recognition and stewardship events, including managing RSVPs, preparing name tags, assembling event check-in materials and providing on-site assistance. |
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 20 |
| Activity | Work with Director of Donor Relations, the Assistant Director of Scholarships and gift officers, when appropriate, to facilitate donor/scholarship recipient interactions through donor recognition events, impact reporting, and individual visits. |
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 15 |
| Activity | Manage and oversee operations of the President’s Box during home men’s basketball games, including drafting invitations, ticket distribution, donor communications, and event-day support. |
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 10 |
| Activity | Other duties as assigned including offering support to adjacent teams like Institutional Events and Advancement Communications when necessary. |
| Essential or Marginal | Essential |
| Percent of Time | 10 |