Membership Coordinator/WUFT-TV/FM and WJUF-FM

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Join UF Advancement as WUFT–FM & WUFT-TV Membership Coordinator – Shape the Future of Campus Media - Where your skills amplify a vibrant community!

As the Membership Coordinator, you’ll be the heartbeat of our radio and television family. Reporting to the Senior Director of Development and the WUFT Membership Director, you’ll build lasting relationships with listeners, donors, and partners across Gainesville and beyond. Your work will keep the signal strong, the community engaged, and the campus budget healthy.

Why UF?

• A gold‑standard culture: We strive to be the best in voluntary support for higher education, and every staff member echoes that mission.
• Stability and growth: The University of Florida offers competitive pay, substantial benefits, tuition assistance, and ample internal advancement.
• Living the mission: Your day-to-day will directly support the university’s priorities, fueling the stories that shape scholars and citizens.

What You’ll Do

• Pledge‑drive champion: Plan, coordinate, and energize FM/TV pledge drives; recruit volunteers, curate premium gifts, and manage on‑air and direct‑mail outreach.
• Database steward: Maintain accurate member records, process contributions, and generate insightful reports to guide future campaigns.
• Communication conduit: Handle phone, email, and face‑to‑face interactions—answering benefit questions, updates, and support, while keeping newsletters and social posts fresh.
• Event liaison: Assist the Major Gifts team on high‑capacity donors, coordinate‑RSVPs, set‑ups, and thank‑you logistics for events, community tables, and station outreach.
• Community builder: Identify and nurture relationships with local partners—corporates, foundations, and volunteers—to expand WUFT’s presence.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds a strong blend of donor stewardship, database acumen, and event‑management expertise.
• Exhibits an entrepreneurial spirit, tenacity, and credible professionalism.
• Communicates engagingly, adapts to changing priorities, and is driven by UF’s mission.
• Comfortable during extended hours, occasional weekends, and unpredictable campaign peaks.

Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some weekend work required. Hours may vary during membership campaigns and special events, and occasionally early morning, evening, and travel commitments may be necessary.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary and health/risk insurance.
• Tuition assistance and a generous leave policy.
• A vibrant campus life, Gainesville’s cultural scene, and proximity to world‑class medicine and research.
• Included “total reward” package details: https://benefits.hr.ufl.edu

About Gainesville
As home to Florida's largest and oldest university, Gainesville (http://cityofgainesville.org) is one of the state's centers of education, medicine, cultural events, and athletics. Gainesville and the surrounding area are home to about 250,000 people, a robust arts community, several museums, a world-class health care system anchored at UF, a downtown core known for its restaurants and brew pubs, excellent public and private schools, and abundant nature exemplified by clear, natural springs. Additionally, within 2 hours are attractions such as Disney World, Universal Studios, Busch Gardens, and historic St. Augustine. Explore Gainesville in 60 Seconds.

Commensurate with experience and education

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization.
• Prior non-profit fundraising and member development experience preferred.
• Enthusiastic about mission of public media. 
• Must have computing skills and willingness and ability to learn new software as necessary.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team player.  
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, projects and priorities effectively and professionally.
• Excellent mathematical and analytical skills.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication skills, maintaining a professional demeanor and appearance when interacting with members, volunteers and staff, both internally and externally.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and the capacity to engage effectively and collaboratively with a wide range of individuals are essential.
• Support the University’s commitment to creating a respectful and collaborative work environment that values integrity, professionalism, and mutual respect in all interactions; demonstrated success collaborating with stakeholders; strong project management skills; experience in a data-driven environment; excellent organizational abilities; and the capacity to lead, influence, and inspire others are essential.
• Proficient in the following areas: Windows operating systems, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access, as well as internet browsers and email platforms. Familiarity with donor databases, contact management systems, and tracking systems is also highly preferred.
• Knowledge of software specifically designed for public media, including Allegiance, Mvault, Forest Direct, Viability and others.
• The ability and willingness to travel.  A valid driver’s license and good driving record are essential. * 

Applications must be submitted online via https://jobs.ufl.edu and include the following:

• A cover letter and resume
• Names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three references.
• Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

All questions and inquiries should be directed to search chair Natalie Karaoglanian, Senior Director of Development and WUFT Membership Director, at natkara@jou.ufl.edu. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-4621 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).

Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http//www.naces.org/. The application packet will be submitted as one PDF file through the UF Jobs website at https://jobs.ufl.edu/. All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening, which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Florida’s Government-in-the-Sunshine Laws require that all documents relating to the search process, including letters of application, nomination and reference, be available for public inspection.