Job Description Summary

Saint Leo University Advancement Ambassadors are a critical component to keeping open lines of communication with Saint Leo University donors, alumni, parents, and friends. Working as an Advancement Ambassador is an excellent opportunity to develop skills employers seek: communication, negotiation, fundraising knowledge, and expertise. All of this is possible while networking with a wide variety of members of the Lions’ family. This position requires strong written and verbal communication skills, a problem-solving mentality, the ability to think strategically in a fast-paced environment, and a genuine desire to advance the mission of Saint Leo.

The Advancement Ambassadors will serve a key supportive role for the division of University Advancement. These areas include Development, Alumni Engagement, and Advancement Services

Job Description

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Call constituents (alumni, parents, and friends) to steward donors and event attendees, update demographic information, and acquire gifts to support the university’s fundraising campaigns.
• Serve as an ambassador for Saint Leo University by discussing University projects, accolades, and accomplishments at University events. Support with daily/weekly printing and mailing tasks.
• Commit to a minimum of three 2-hour shifts out of five available shifts per week.  Scheduled times may vary based on university events and staffing needs.
• Build your resume: Develop strong communication, networking, negotiation, fundraising, and marketing skills.
• Network with Lions in a multitude of professions throughout the country.

For more information or to become a Saint Leo Advancement Ambassador please contact Frank Jackson, Director of Advancement Services at (352)588-8907 or by email at [email protected].
 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Federal Work Study
• Strong verbal communications skills
• Problem-solving mentality
• Ability to think strategically in a fast-paced environment
• Genuine desire to advance the mission of Saint Leo

ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and University, handle various type of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess.   The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.

NOTICE:

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position.  Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.  Saint Leo University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success.

Why Work at Saint Leo?

What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world.  Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).

• FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*
• Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*
• Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
• Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
• Employer-provided life insurance
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Wellness Center

*Eligibility based on meeting required service period