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Director, Gift Compliance & Stewardship

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Posting Number  | 2025509
Posting/Functional Title  | Director, Gift Compliance & Stewardship
University Pay Plan Title  | Dir, Donor Relations
Location  | San Marcos
Department  | Endowment Services
Recruitment Type  | Open to All
Job Type  | Full-Time
Funding Source  | Permanent
Monthly Salary  | Commensurate with experience
Job Category  | Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.  | Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, nonprofit management, or a related field. At least five years of experience managing endowment compliance, donor agreements, or financial stewardship in a higher education or nonprofit setting. Demonstrated experience with fund tracking, gift utilization, and compliance monitoring. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines under time constraints. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and high ethical standards. Excellent communication, collaboration, and critical-thinking skills.
Preferred Qualifications  | Master’s degree or relevant professional certification. Experience at a four-year public research university. Experience in stewarding and cultivating donors and alumni. Prior supervisory experience, with the ability to lead and motivate staff. Strong knowledge of legal, tax, and institutional policy considerations surrounding charitable gifts and donor agreements. Experience managing donor databases or gift processing systems. Experience producing donor communications, including impact reports and executive messaging. Experience partnering with academic leadership to implement and manage stewardship or fund compliance programs. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and serve as a strategic resource to advancement professionals and university stakeholders.
Job Description  | The Director of Gift Compliance provides leadership in ensuring that all donor contributions are managed in accordance with legal, ethical, and university standards. Reporting to the Executive Director of Donor Engagement, this position is responsible for overseeing fund stewardship, donor reporting, impact communications, and the strategic use of philanthropic support.As part of the university’s broader donor engagement efforts, this role also supports the design and implementation of stewardship strategies that demonstrate the impact of giving and fostering long-term donor relationships. The Director partners with campus leadership to ensure efficient, effective, and donor-centric stewardship practices that align with institutional goals and promote trust in the university’s management of philanthropic support.
Job Duties  | Gift and Fund Stewardship Oversee the review and approval of endowed, gift, and naming agreements to ensure clarity of donor intent and alignment with university policies. Distribute finalized agreements to relevant campus stakeholders and ensure awareness of stewardship and reporting responsibilities. Collaborate with internal partners to ensure the timely and appropriate use of endowed and non-endowed funds in accordance with donor wishes. 
Donor Stewardship and Program OversightDesign, implement, and improve stewardship programs that communicate the impact of giving, deepen donor trust, and reflect the university’s appreciation. Develop reporting tools that help communicate meaningful stories about the impact of donor support. Conduct regular and ad hoc audits of donor-funded accounts to monitor fund utilization and ensure appropriate use. Provide statistical and strategic insight into donor engagement outcomes and stewardship effectiveness. Collaborate closely with Advancement and Donor Engagement staff to report on the utilization of gifts, communicate their impact, and celebrate contributions. Conduct regular donor surveys and utilize the findings to inform program development and enhance donor engagement outcomes.
Technology and Process ImprovementDevelop and manage standardized reporting tools and dashboards to support university, division, and college-level transparency into endowment fund usage, performance, and stewardship metrics. Partner with Advancement Services and IT to ensure system functionality, data accuracy, and reporting efficiency. Recommend and implement process enhancements that streamline operations, improve fund management, and support cross-campus users.
Leadership and CollaborationEducate fundraisers and university stakeholders on legal and university policy changes affecting gift acceptance. Advocate for donor interests by providing guidance and education on stewardship best practices and related policy considerations. Support the Executive Director in building a division-wide strategy that integrates donor relations, stewardship, and recognition planning. Research and communicate emerging trends and best practices in all areas of stewardship and seek opportunities to share knowledge with both central and non-central Advancement staff members.
Additional Information to Applicants  |
Job Open Date  | 05/27/2025
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)  |
Open Until Filled  | Yes
Normal Work Days  | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start  | 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End  | 5:00PM
Posting Notices  | You will be required to electronically attach a resume, cover letter, and list of references to your application.
Legal and Required Notices  | Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?  | • Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions


By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, welcoming, and growing universities in the nation.
Quick Link  | https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/52856

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