Project Specialist and Administrative Assistant

Advancement - College of Arts and Science

Office Support Assistant IV

The College of Arts and Science is hiring a Project Specialist and Administrative Assistant to work as a member of the fundraising team. This position will work under the supervision and guidance of the Executive Director of Advancement and in close collaboration with the Dean, other advancement team members, and unit staff. This position will have the opportunity to:

• Supports major gift fundraising work that benefits students, faculty, research, and programs in the college by assisting the team in research, outreach, reporting, and management of donor paperwork and records.
• Contributes towards fundraising goals by managing annual fund projects for the college such as the fall and summer appeal campaigns and Mizzou Giving Day.
• Stewards and engages alumni and donors by carrying out thank you note/reporting tasks, managing award nominations, and coordinating intimate donor gatherings.
• Increases philanthropic impact by partnering with department and fiscal staff to understand and utilize gift accounts.
• Builds partnerships and enhance fundraising activities by collaborating with other teams in A&S and the Mizzou Advancement community.
• Grows the capacity of the fundraising team by completing and managing other development related tasks/projects as needed.

Ideal Competencies of a Successful Candidate:

• Works, formally and informally, within one's team and across the organization as a collaborator.
• Contributes to team success through the quality of work product and information provided.
• Communicates ideas, thoughts, and facts orally and in writing, and can actively listen and respond appropriately.
• Works independently to achieve goals.
• Manages time efficiently with the ability to prioritize and coordinate concurrent projects; organizes and completes structured assignments according to priorities.
• Analyzes and evaluates information to make appropriate decisions - even in difficult or ambiguous situations when time is critical.
• Learns and understands organizational relationships and dynamics and uses them to achieve objectives and goals.
• Confident working with donors and alumni constituents.
• Willingness to work occasional evening or weekend hours and travel in the US (limited) as needed.

This position is located with the Advancement team in Middlebush Hall.

Hours will generally be Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Some flexibility and hybrid work may be available with supervisor approval. Occasionally nights and weekends and some travel may be required.

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent and at least 5 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

* This person must be capable of flourishing in a fast-paced, collaborative and fluid work environment focused on performance and outcomes.

* Large university experience will be highly valued.

* Ability and willingness to learn new technology as this position requires the use of products such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, CRM Advance, Power BI, Adobe, Canva, etc.

* Other important characteristics include a strong work ethic, personal integrity, emotional intelligence, excellent communication and organizational skills, and a commitment to the mission and values of the University of Missouri.

* Evidence of a commitment to professional growth with a passion for working in an environment with a team first culture for the benefit of students, faculty, research, and programs.

Salary Range: $14.51 to $19.92 an hour.

Grade: GGS-006

University Title: Office Support Assistant IV

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Sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.