Job Description Overview Auburn Advancement and The Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center are excited to begin the search for a Development Coordinator! This position provides administrative, fundraising, stewardship, event, and donor-relations support for the Advancement team. This position helps execute annual giving initiatives, donor engagement strategies, sponsorship programs, gift processing, and special events while maintaining accurate records and delivering exceptional donor service. Candidates are required to upload a resume and cover letter with their application. Please combine into one document. Responsibilities Support fundraising, donor stewardship, sponsorship, and annual giving programs. Coordinate donor meetings, tours, travel logistics, and advancement communications. Maintain prospect, donor, and constituent records and prepare reports as needed. Process gifts, pledges, naming opportunities, and related documentation accurately and timely. Assist with donor recognition, impact reporting, and stewardship activities. Coordinate and support advancement events, donor receptions, and council meetings. Monitor budgets, process reimbursements, and assist with financial tracking and reporting. Partner with marketing and communications staff on donor-facing materials and campaigns. Manage sponsorship benefit fulfillment and recognition opportunities. Supervise student employees and assist with training and task assignments. Qualifications Development Programs Coordinator I Bachelor's degree Development Programs Coordinator II Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience in public relations work and general office operations OR Master's degree Development Programs Coordinator III Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of experience in public relations work and general office operations OR Master's degree plus 2 years of experience in public relations work and general office operations Contract Type Continuing Why Work at Auburn?

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Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged. Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle! Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more. Posted Date 8/18/2026