Engagement and Stewardship Specialist

Employer

Wilkes Community College

Job Location

Wilkes Campus – Wilkesboro, NC

Salary Grade

Salary Range: $40,000 to $50,000 based on education and experience in accordance with the college salary plan.

Benefits

TSERS-full-time

Job Reports To

This is a full-time, twelve-month position in the Institutional Advancement Office and WCC Foundation, reporting to the VP of Institutional Advancement/Executive Director of the WCC Foundation.

Job Category

Technical & Paraprofessional

Application Period

Opens: 05/05/2026
Closes: 05/22/2026

Target Start Date

07/01/2026

Expected Work Hours

Full-time

Employment Type

Full-time

Minimum Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, or a related field.
    • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to work effectively with donors, patrons, students, faculty, staff, and the public.
    • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
    • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel) and database management systems.
    • Demonstrated ability to build relationships with a professional, patient, and service-oriented approach.
    • Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends, and attend events as required.

 

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in donor relations, stewardship, engagement, fundraising, or nonprofit administration.
  • Familiarity with donor databases or CRM systems, such as Bloomerang.
  • Event coordination or customer service experience.

Position Description

The Engagement and Stewardship Specialist supports the mission of Wilkes Community College by strengthening relationships with donors, patrons, alumni, and community partners through meaningful engagement, consistent stewardship, and exceptional service. This position provides donor relations, stewardship coordination, event support, patron services cross-training, and database assistance to ensure effective fundraising operations and positive constituent experiences.

This is a full-time, twelve-month position in the Institutional Advancement Office and WCC Foundation, reporting to the VP of Institutional Advancement/Executive Director of the WCC Foundation.

 

How to Apply

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.wilkescc.edu/postings/3574

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