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When you join our team, you become part of a group dedicated to advancing Wichita State University and its mission to serve students while contributing to the prosperity of our community and region. Our core values of integrity, excellence, collaboration and service guide the work we do and help create a supportive, dynamic work environment. Want to learn more? Check out our most recent job opportunities below.

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  • Donor Compliance Coordinator

    The Wichita State University Foundation and Alumni Engagement (WSUFAE) is looking for an organized, detailed oriented individual for our Donor Compliance Coordinator on our finance and operations team. As the Donor Compliance Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and compliance of accounts with donor intent. Your primary responsibilities include serving as the key auditor, overseeing the accounts’ financial activities, and maintaining effective communication channels with various stakeholders. Through meticulous account reviews, reporting, and collaboration with internal teams, you will contribute to the smooth operation of WSUFAE’s financial processes.

    With a team of more than 50 dedicated individuals working to support fundraising and donor and alumni relationships, the WSUFAE is proud to champion the continued growth of Wichita State University. With nearly $400 million in managed assets and thousands of alumni spread around the world, it is an exciting time to be a part of advancing Shocker Nation.

    The ideal candidate should have experience in auditing and data management.

    The job duties for this position include:

    1. Account and Compliance Oversight:
      • Primary auditor of accounts to ensure compliance with donor intent. Gather and record monthly information about the status of accounts.
      • Communicate with development staff, campus administrators, and other team members regarding account issues.
      • Prepare and report on status of audits related to account expenditures. Communicate with development staff any issues regarding donor intent communications.

     

    1. Data Management and Reporting:
      • Perform the monthly account review to ensure that monies expended through the Foundation are being used in accordance with the terms of the accounts.
      • Continually monitor accounts balances, communicating with university staff and tracking and documenting activity until issues are resolved.
      • Works with the team to develop and produce various status reports for the Development Team, Senior Management, etc., as assigned.
      • Collect and enter new and updated account administrators’ signature forms for all foundation accounts, requesting updates from the university as needed.
      • Assist and support other departmental data management and reporting needs, as assigned

     

    1. Gift Agreement Support:
      • Provide fast and accurate support on agreement status inquiries from development staff.
      • Provide information relating to account usage in support of Stewardship Reports
      • Develop and maintain training materials for staff education.

     

    1. Perform any other duties as assigned.

     

    Job Requirements

    • Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting, or related field
    • Experience working with information tracking and projects
    • Experience in auditing and preparation of audit reports
    • Commitment to the WSUFAE core values of Integrity, Service, Excellence and Collaboration
    • Project professional image at all times

     

    Skills

    • High level of attention to detail
    • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point) and Adobe Acrobat
    • With Excel, you need to be proficient in pivot charts, auditing formulas, data validation, etc.
    • Demonstrated problem-solving and resourcefulness
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality of information, records, and materials
    • Highly motivated and ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team

     

    Physical Requirements

    • Frequent and sudden movements from sitting, standing, bending, reaching, and walking
    • Frequent standing or sitting for prolonged periods
    • Frequent exposure to large crowds, loud noises, and/or bright lights
    • Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds
    • Occasional exposure to outdoors with excessively cold, hot, and/or inclement weather

     

    Preferred Requirements and Skills

    • Data management, process documentation, and/or compliance experience in a higher education setting
    • Database knowledge
    • Knowledge of Wichita State University and a commitment to higher education

     

    The WSUFAE offers outstanding benefits including medical/dental/vision (100% premium paid for employee/50% for dependents), term life insurance, tuition reimbursement, 8.5% company matching on retirement accounts after one year, and more.

    The WSUFAE believes in the power of education. Since 1965, we have worked to connect the students, faculty, and staff of Wichita State University with the resources they need to transform their communities. Our dedicated staff includes members of the development, annual fund, finance, support, and student teams. We have accomplished big goals in the last few years and don’t plan to slow down anytime soon.

    Commitment to Inclusion and Belonging

     

    Our organization is committed to providing opportunities for all employees to succeed by creating an inclusive environment that amplifies the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our team members.

    With a mission built on our core values of integrity, collaboration, excellence, and service, we strive to be an inclusive and equitable work environment. Managers are expected to model this behavior by clearly setting expectations and directly addressing non-inclusive behavior. In our pursuit to build and maintain a high-performing team, it is every individual’s responsibility to contribute to our culture of belonging.

     

    Advancing the mission and vision of Wichita State University takes a strong team, and it is our core values that unite and empower us to reach our goals together. Collectively, we are passionate about education and opening doors to new opportunities by working together to “elevate, celebrate and advance Wichita State University through engagement and philanthropy.”

     

    In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, the Wichita State Foundation and Alumni Engagement will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 978-3815 or email katie.link@wichita.edu in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.

     

    To Apply:

    Please fill out an application, submit your resume and a cover letter explaining your interests in, and qualifications for, the position by clicking here.

     

    WSUFAE is an EOE employer

  • Graphic Designer

    Wichita State University Foundation and Alumni Engagement (WSUFAE) is looking for an organized, creative individual for our Graphic Designer to join our Marketing and Communications team. The Graphic Designer will play a pivotal role in supporting WSUFAE by creating impactful design solutions across both print and digital platforms. This role involves collaborating closely with WSUFAE staff to generate visually compelling materials that align with the organization’s standards. Key responsibilities include designing marketing assets for donor and alumni events, leading the creative direction for “The Shocker” magazine and other print publications, and producing solicitation materials to support fundraising efforts. The Graphic Designer will manage the entire design process, from initial concept through to final implementation, while balancing multiple projects to ensure timely and high-quality delivery.

    With a team of more than 50 dedicated individuals working to support fundraising and donor and alumni relationships, the WSUFAE is proud to champion the continued growth of Wichita State University. With nearly $400 million in managed assets and thousands of alumni spread around the world, it is an exciting time to be a part of advancing Shocker Nation.

    Primary Responsibilities:

    1. Develop and produce design solutions across print and digital platforms to support WSU’s ongoing donor and alumni engage outreach efforts.
    2. Interact and collaborate with WSUFAE staff daily to generate design concepts and materials that adhere to the organization’s visual standards.
    3. Create unique and appealing event marketing assets (save the dates, invitations, programs, and day-of materials) for donor and alumni engagement events.
    4. Act as the creative lead for designing “The Shocker”, Wichita State’s magazine, and additional segmented print publications for various academic colleges and programs.
    5. Create solicitation materials that support the WSUFAE development team and ongoing fundraising campaigns.
    6. Oversee all design aspects of a project life cycle from creative development to final product implementation.
    7. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and ensuring high-quality deliverables

     

    Job Requirements

    •  High School diploma
    •  At least five years of experience in graphic art, design or commercial art – education may be substituted
    • Commitment to the WSU Foundation and Alumni Engagement core values of Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Collaboration
    •  Project professional image at all times

     

    Required Skills

    •  Able to execute and meet strict deadlines while exhibiting high amounts of creativity
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
    • In-depth knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator on Mac or PC
    •  Proven ability to design for a wide range of print and digital media
    • Technical understanding of four-color and digital printing
    • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral, and accurate written communication skills.
    • Maintain confidentiality of information, records, and materials.
    • Highly motivated and ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.

     

    Physical Requirements

    • Daily walking, sitting, and standing for long periods of time
    • Daily use of a computer for long periods of time
    • Daily use of a telephone
    • Ability to lift/carry up to 25 pounds

     

    Preferred Requirements and Skills

    • Bachelor’s degree
    • Experience with writing printer specifications for vendors
    • Experience in social media campaigns
    • Knowledge of Wichita State University and a commitment to higher education.

     

    The WSUFAE offers outstanding benefits including medical/dental/vision (100% premium paid for employee/50% for dependents), term life insurance, tuition assistance, 8.5% company matching on retirement accounts after one year, and more.

    The WSUFAE believes in the power of education. Since 1965, we have worked to connect the students, faculty, and staff of Wichita State University with the resources they need to transform their communities. Our dedicated staff includes members of the development, annual fund, finance, support, and student teams. We have accomplished big goals in the last few years and don’t plan to slow down anytime soon.
    Commitment to Inclusion and Belonging

    Our organization is committed to providing opportunities for all employees to succeed by creating an inclusive environment that amplifies the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our team members.
    With a mission built on our core values of integrity, collaboration, excellence, and service, we strive to be an inclusive and equitable work environment. Managers are expected to model this behavior by clearly setting expectations and directly addressing non-inclusive behavior. In our pursuit to build and maintain a high-performing team, it is every individual’s responsibility to contribute to our culture of belonging.

    Advancing the mission and vision of Wichita State University takes a strong team, and it is our core values that unite and empower us to reach our goals together. Collectively, we are passionate about education and opening doors to new opportunities by working together to “elevate, celebrate and advance Wichita State University through engagement and philanthropy.”

    In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, the Wichita State Foundation and Alumni Engagement will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 978-3815 or email katie.link@wichita.edu in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.

    To Apply:
    Please fill out an application, submit your resume and a cover letter explaining your interests in, and qualifications for, the position by clicking here.

  • Website Specialist

    Wichita State University Foundation and Alumni Engagement (WSUFAE) is looking for an organized, detailed oriented individual for our Website Specialist to join our Marketing and Communications team. The ideal candidate will work alongside the marketing team to help coordinate efforts to bring the WSUFAE brand to life through digital channels, by maintaining ongoing CMS operations. This includes building and maintain website pages, assisting with the integration of the WSUFAE’s online giving platform (iDonate), and providing support for ongoing email marketing efforts using a third-party system, all while representing our values of Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, and Service.

    With a team of more than 50 dedicated individuals working to support fundraising and donor and alumni relationships, the WSUFAE is proud to champion the continued growth of Wichita State University. With nearly $400 million in managed assets and thousands of alumni spread around the world, it is an exciting time to be a part of advancing Shocker Nation.

     

    Primary Responsibilities:

     

    1. Website Strategy and Design:
    • Serve as day-to-day website producer using CMS system (WordPress) to develop and maintain a positive end-user experience across all website pages. This includes designing page layouts, optimizing website usability across desktop and mobile devices, and ensuring visual standards are maintained.
    • Develop specialized landing pages for events and giving campaigns.
    • Assist in updating and maintaining website content, including text, images, and multimedia.
    • Help identify and resolve basic website issues, such as broken links, formatting errors or loading issues.
    • Ensure the website is optimized for top-performing search engines.
    • Develop solutions using JavaScript and PHP within the WordPress framework.

     

    1. Online Giving
    • Assist with the integration of online giving forms across the website and campaign-specific landing pages
    • Develop and manage all WSUFAE crowdfunding pages using a third-party system

     

    1. Research and recommend features, functions, and solutions to create compelling digital content that enhances WSUFAE’s ability to reach and engage a broader constituency.

     

    1. Perform any other duties as assigned, including serving as backup for Digital Marketing Coordinator.

     

    Job Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution and minimum of two years’ Web content management and design —-OR—– High school diploma/GED and minimum of five years’ experience including Web content management design
    • Commitment to the WSUFAE core values of Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Collaboration
    • Project a professional image at all times

     

    Required Skills

    • Strong understanding of HTML5, CSS3 and Responsible Web Design
    • Experience with Adobe Photoshop
    • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
    • Ability to meet deadlines and follow-through on projects
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
    • Maintain confidentiality of information, records, and materials
    • Highly motivated and able to work effectively independently and as part of a team

     

    Physical Requirements

    • Frequent and sudden movements from sitting, standing, bending, reaching, and walking.
    • Frequent standing or sitting for prolonged periods
    • Occasional climbing of stairs
    • Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds
    • Occasional exposure to outdoors and hot and inclement weather

     

    Preferred Requirements and Skills

    • Experience with Javascript/JQuery
    • Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge database
    • Experience with InDesign
    • Online fundraising experience
    • Photography and video skills
    • Knowledge of Wichita State University and a commitment to higher education.

     

    The WSUFAE offers outstanding benefits including medical/dental/vision (100% premium paid for employee/50% for dependents), term life insurance, tuition assistance, 8.5% company matching on retirement accounts after one year, and more.

    The WSUFAE believes in the power of education. Since 1965, we have worked to connect the students, faculty, and staff of Wichita State University with the resources they need to transform their communities. Our dedicated staff includes members of the development, annual fund, finance, support, and student teams. We have accomplished big goals in the last few years and don’t plan to slow down anytime soon.

    Commitment to Inclusion and Belonging

     

    Our organization is committed to providing opportunities for all employees to succeed by creating an inclusive environment that amplifies the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our team members.

    With a mission built on our core values of integrity, collaboration, excellence, and service, we strive to be an inclusive and equitable work environment. Managers are expected to model this behavior by clearly setting expectations and directly addressing non-inclusive behavior. In our pursuit to build and maintain a high-performing team, it is every individual’s responsibility to contribute to our culture of belonging.

     

    Advancing the mission and vision of Wichita State University takes a strong team, and it is our core values that unite and empower us to reach our goals together. Collectively, we are passionate about education and opening doors to new opportunities by working together to “elevate, celebrate and advance Wichita State University through engagement and philanthropy.”

     

    In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, the Wichita State Foundation and Alumni Engagement will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 978-3815 or email katie.link@wichita.edu in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.

     

    To Apply:

    Please fill out an application, submit your resume and a cover letter explaining your interests in, and qualifications for, the position by clicking here.

     

    WSUFAE is an EOE employer

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  • Competitive salaries
  • Full benefits package – 100% premium paid by employer
  • 8.5% retirement plan contribution by employer
  • Tuition assistance
  • Two volunteer service days
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