Development AssistantApply NowHow to ApplyA cover letter and resume are important submissions for the hiring team to get a sense of your experience. In the cover letter, one page or less, please let us know how this role aligns with your career aspirations and skills. Submit both a cover letter and resume as one file, due to system limitations.Job SummaryThe Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan is a diverse learning community grounded in the principle that business can be an extraordinary vehicle for positive change in today's dynamic global economy. The Ross School of Business mission is to build a better world through business. Through our powerful ideas, purpose-driven leaders, and positive impact, we empower business leaders to improve the world. Learn more about RossHERE (https://michiganross.umich.edu/) .This role is hybrid with on-site expectations in Ann Arbor, MI 3 days per week. You will occasionally work during early mornings, nights, or weekends. For a full job description, see linkhere (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VDQhWzCeojsawUoecCe1BATTXLqXuCE/view) . For questions about this role, email [email protected] .Purpose:As the Development Assistant, you will provide comprehensive administrative support for Advancement. We are looking for a dynamic individual who achieves high-level results while working with multiple individuals in a fast-paced, ever changing environment. Be willing to take on additional projects or improve processes, and solve problems. You will report directly to the Office Manager/Executive Assistant to the Chief Advancement Officer.Why Work at Michigan?In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
Generous time off (Vacation, Holidays, Season Days)
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Flexible Work Program
Ross Onsite Fitness Center
ResponsibilitiesAdministrative Support (85%)
Reconcile alumni club event expenses, transactions, and budget
Help plan and execute special events, such as donor visits and events
Answer phones, greets and assists visitors, triages and responds to inquiries about Advancement and Ross programs
Schedule appointments with donors, prospects, volunteers, alumni, and staff; prepare meeting materials and reports
Create organizational systems for information on shared drives and in Google
Responsible for data integrity of databases
Create itineraries and donor briefings
Work as part of a support staff team to provide excellent customer service to visitors, donors, faculty, and staff
Coordinate and balances workload with other team members, provides back-up coverage for other support staff members, and helps provide appropriate coverage during absences
Process gift checks
Provide traditional administrative support for members of the Advancement team, including calendaring, travel arrangements, financial processes, email and phone correspondence, and report preparation
Other (15%)
Use the University donor database (DART) to confirm donor data, run reports, and modify, update and upload alumni and alumni club data
Assist with small scale fundraising campaigns led by Ross School of Business members
Other administrative responsibilities as assigned
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years of experience in a support role in an academic setting or similar environment
Event planning or comparable experience
Experience working with clients to address their needs
Modes of WorkPositions 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 thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .Additional InformationThe posting range for this position is $45,100 - $53,000. This posting range reflects multiple factors involved in determining compensation, such as skills, experience, training, certifications, and other organizational needs. At Ross, it is not common for new hires to be offered a salary at the upper end of the range . Compensation decisions are based on the details of each situation.Application DeadlineJob 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 StatementThe University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.Job DetailJob Opening ID257997Working TitleDevelopment AssistantJob TitleAdministrative Assistant InterWork LocationAnn Arbor CampusAnn Arbor, MIModes of WorkHybridFull/Part TimeFull-TimeRegular/TemporaryRegularFLSA StatusNonexemptOrganizational GroupSchool Bus AdminDepartmentROSS SCH Office of AdvancementPosting Begin/End Date12/17/2024 - 1/07/2025Salary$45,100.00 - $53,000.00Career InterestAdministrationApply Now
