Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

The Program Manager of Development and Alumni Relations for the Office of Undergraduate Studies (UGST) is an important partner in expanding the scope and impact of our fundraising efforts and relationships with its alumni, parents, friends, and donors. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer (CDO) for Undergraduate Studies the Program Manager will lead and coordinate efforts to strengthen donor relationships and alumni volunteer networks, stewardship, and constituent engagement opportunities with the goal of identifying new major gift prospects and growing the major gift pipeline. The individual will collaborate with UGST program directors, the university’s central Donor Relations and Stewardship team, the Alumni Association, and other internal partners in planning, developing, and managing projects and initiatives that help in identifying, cultivating and stewarding donors, alumni, parents, and friends. Assists with planning, coordinating, and evaluating programs that promote alumni relations and educational program opportunities designed to connect alumni and donors with UGST programs. Coordinates, produces, and analyzes reports to grow annual appeal campaigns, digital outreach, donor recognition opportunities, stewardship and manages the day-to-day operations of the UGST development office.

The Program Manager is also responsible for office-wide fund and stewardship administration. This position will also work closely with department business officers, scholarship/fellowship committees and the foundation to conduct annual fund stewardship and impact reporting.

Education (including licenses, certifications, etc.):

Bachelor’s Degree required.

Experience:

Minimum of four years of relevant experience in non-profit, higher education, or related field, including fundraising, alumni affairs, communications, event planning and/or public relations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off; Tuition Remission; Health, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage; Retirement benefits; Family Care; and more.

Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA. No Visa sponsorship is offered for this position.

Salary Range is $65,888 – $82,360

This position allows for a combination of in-person and telework days as approved by the supervisor. Guidance regarding hybrid work is subject to change at any time to align with operational or business needs.

Work is performed in a traditional office environment and requires the ability to operate standard equipment and keyboards. Ability to lift and transport boxes for events, move tables/chairs, etc. Access to a vehicle required. Availability to work evenings and weekends for events as necessary. Some travel, usually in the immediate College Park area, may be necessary.

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.