Foundation Associate Jobs in Austin, TX (NOW HIRING)

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center 

Department/Specialty: Foundations

Schedule: Full Time | Monday-Friday | 9am-5pm

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to Dell Children’s Foundation office team, ensuring smooth daily operations and high-quality service across all internal and external stakeholders.
• Support Foundation Board of Trustees activities by coordinating quarterly meetings, including scheduling, logistics, materials preparation, and meeting execution support.
• Manage donor communications including answering phone calls, responding to voicemails and emails, and delivering professional, service-oriented donor support.
• Process donor acknowledgements, pledge reminders, and gift entries, ensuring accurate financial records and timely stewardship within Raiser’s Edge.
• Coordinate office operations including supply ordering, mail processing, deposits, and general administrative support for a 13-person Foundation team.
• Assist with planning and execution of Foundation events and board functions, including vendor coordination, room setup, and on-site logistical support at DCMC.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Graphic design experience supporting print and digital collateral preferred.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.