Gift Operations Specialist

The Gift Operations Specialist is a key member of the Office of Advancement, responsible for the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of all charitable contributions, including complex and non-standard gifts. Reporting to the Manager of Gift Processing and Data Analysis, this role exercises independent judgment in interpreting donor intent, applying institutional policies and IRS regulations, and ensuring the integrity of donor and financial data within the CRM . The Specialist performs advanced gift processing, data analysis, and quality control; manages batch imports and online giving feeds; supports receipting, reconciliation, and audit readiness; and serves as a subject matter expert for gift processing standards and procedures. This position also partners with internal and external stakeholders, resolves discrepancies, and contributes to training, system testing, and continuous process improvement to maintain high standards of accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence.