Development Operations Coordinator Jobs in Indiana

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Grant Development

• Research and identify public, private, corporate, and foundation funding opportunities.
• Coordinate development, submission, and management of grant proposals and reports.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and leadership to develop competitive grant applications.
• Track grant deadlines, agreements, reporting requirements, and supporting documentation.
• Serve as liaison with funding organizations and campus partners.
• Prepare grant activity reports and support stewardship of grant funders.

Foundation Operations

• Process gifts and maintain accurate donor and grant records.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, and administrative documentation.
• Assist with gift agreements, stewardship materials, and Foundation recordkeeping.
• Support office operations, scheduling, compliance, and financial reconciliation activities.

Development & Donor Support

• Support donor cultivation, stewardship, annual giving, and fundraising initiatives.
• Manage a small portfolio of assigned donors and prospects.
• Prepare donor meeting materials, proposals, and impact reports.
• Assist with donor recognition programs and Foundation communications.

Events & Team Support

• Assist with planning and execution of Foundation and donor events.
• Provide event logistics, registration, follow-up, and administrative support.
• Participate in occasional evening and weekend events as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Executive Director of Development

SUPERVISION GIVEN: None

SALARY RANGE: $45,000 to $55,000 - based on skills, experience, and education.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate's degree (or equivalent combination of education and directly-related experience) in a related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least one (1) year of experience with grant research, writing or management, nonprofit administration, development or related activities required; Experience with higher education or nonprofit foundations, donor databases or fundraising software, knowledge of fundraising, donor stewardship, and grant administration, and experience securing grants from public or private funders preferred.
• Excellent written communication, organization, and project management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Willingness to learn and develop grant skill set.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia

• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years

• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children

• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs

• Paid professional development opportunities

WorkLife Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess

• Flexible work arrangements where available

• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)

• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future-because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.