How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that are directly related to this position.
Job Summary
Michigan Medicine is a groundbreaking organization for many reasons, and much of the work we do is made possible because of philanthropy. Annually, the Michigan Medicine Office of Development raises an average of $200 million, which helps us to be a change agent of the world. The Office of Development supports a culture of flexibility, and a hybrid work arrangement is possible for this position.
The Gift Liaison, Events and Finance is responsible for the accuracy of all gift-related revenue to Michigan Medicine, serves as an Office of Development expert on PCI compliance, IRS, CASE and Standard Practice Guide (SPG) guidelines, and other university policies and requirements, and serves as the team's lead liaison for all fundraising events.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Responsibilities*
Fundraising Events Liaison - 50%
- Serve as the Gift Finance team lead for all fundraising events
- Manage Greater Giving software for all fundraising events
- Responsible for training team members and department users of Greater Giving software
- Greater Giving procurement
- Greater Giving financial reporting
- Review and approve event sponsorship materials
- Audit fair market values for all auction items
- Perform complex financial analyses of fundraising events
Gift and Financial Services - 30%
- Liaise with the Office of Faculty Affairs to verify professorship funding requests
- Monitor the gift holding account and request transfers
- Update and distribute the MMOOD database monthly
- Correct gifts as required
- Open and modify gift funds (endowed and expendable)
- Request journal entries as required
Gift Finance Team Support - 15%
- During times of increased volume, assist members of the Gift Finance team with critical and time-sensitive functions, including processing gifts, updating financial and donor biographical information, compiling and delivering reports, and accepting, verifying, and reporting on tribute gifts
- Communicate Gift Finance policies/procedures for Michigan Medicine Development, including for cash handling, fund minimums and requirements, reconciliations, financial transfers, and reporting
- Serve as a MM Development expert on federal tax reporting requirements such as PCI compliance, IRS, CASE and Standard Practice Guide (SPG) guidelines, and other university policies and requirements; make decisions regarding compliance and educate stakeholders
Other - 5%
- Other work and/or special projects as assigned
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's Degree
- At least 2 years of progressively responsible finance/accounting or gift fund processing experience, preferably in a fundraising environment
- Detail and results-oriented with ability to accurately manage large amounts of data
- Excellent verbal, written, presentation and organizational skills with demonstrated attention to detail
- Proven ability to use discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality
- Ability to work flexible hours with occasional weekend and evening work as necessary
- Reliable remote internet service
Desired Qualifications*
- Development experience in an academic health system setting with a comprehensive development program
- Experience interfacing with the public in a fast-paced service environment
- Experience with DART or other similar donor management systems
- Experience generating reports from a variety of sources
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook 365) and Google Drive
- Knowledge of University of Michigan organization, policies, and procedures
Work Locations
The onsite location for this position is an office suite at the 777 Building in Ann Arbor. The work schedule includes working 3 days on site, 2 days remote. This does require flexibility based on the work demands.
The location at 777 provides free, on-site parking for staff.
This position may be eligible for flexible work opportunities at the discretion of the hiring department. Flexible work agreements are reviewed annually and are subject to change dependent on the business needs of the hiring department, throughout the course of employment. This position works both onsite and remotely based on the business needs of the unit.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.