Development Specialist

Responsibilities

• Process checks, credit card transactions, and electronic payments in accordance with established financial controls in a timely and accurate manager.
• Enter and maintain gift records in the donor database, ensuring data integrity and compliance with university policies.
• Generate and distribute gift receipts, acknowledgement letters, and tax documentation to donors within required timeframes.
• Submit daily deposit to the Office of Accounting remotely or in-person at the Bursar's Office as needed.
• Reconcile daily gift batches and prepare reports for Finance and Accounting.
• Support audit readiness by maintaining thorough and organized gift documentation in compliance with internal controls and external regulatory requirements.
• Research and resolve discrepancies in gift records, donor information, or fund coding in coordination with university colleagues and donor representatives.
• Apply gifts to the correct funds and accounting based on donor intent and university fund structure.
• Maintain confidentiality of donor records and adhere to CASE, IRS, and institutional gift acceptance policies.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external stakeholders. Serve as a point of contact for donors, development staff, and university colleagues on gift-related inquiries, providing timely, professional responses.
• Other related assignments as needed for business continuity.
• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, or a related field.
• Minimum one year of experience in a related field, such as operations or higher education administration.
• Strong organizational skill with the ability to oversee complex administrative and gift operations processes in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret, implement, and maintain compliance with institutional policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, exhibiting strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail in documentation, recordkeeping, and reporting, ensuring

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Additional Information

Job Posting Title: Development Specialist ---- Hiring Department: University Development Office ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Jul 01, 2026 ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ---- Job Details: General Notes About The University of Texas at Austin What starts here changes the world. The University of Texas at Austin, founded in 1883, ranks among the best universities in the world. With 76 programs ranked in the top 10, UT Austin is the #1 public university in Texas and the #7 public university in the nation. Like the state it calls home, The University of Texas at Austin is a bold, ambitious leader supporting more than 55,000 students, 4,750 faculty, 15,000 staff and top national programs across 18 colleges and schools. Amid the backdrop of Austin, Texas, a city recognized for its creative and entrepreneurial spirit, the University provides a place to explore countless opportunities for tomorrow's artists, scientists, athletes, doctors, entrepreneurs and engineers. Learn more about UT's mission and values and leadership . Why Join Texas Development? The University of Texas at Austin is a thriving hub of learning and discovery that anchors our city and enables excellence and innovation on the highest level. And it's only possible because generous supporters believe in the power and promise of our state's flagship university to change the world. With more than $6 billion raised in the What Starts Here campaign, Texas Development is quickly becoming one of the best fundraising programs in public higher education. Texas Development is a dynamic community of 500+ fundraising professionals across the Forty Acres. We strive to reach the highest levels of achievement and success in all that we do by creating meaningful and powerful experiences for our donors. Follow your passion, grow your career and help us change the world .

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