Development Assistant, Penn State Berks

Penn State University Talent Acquisition • University Park, PA • 1h ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.

POSITION SPECIFICS

Penn State is currently seeking a Development Assistant in supporting Penn State Berks. As a member of the Division of Development and Alumni Relations, you can play an integral role in Penn State's future and contribute to one of the most successful fundraising and alumni relations operations in the country.

Reporting to the Director of Development and working closely with Penn State Berks Office of Development and Alumni Relations, as well as other partners, this Development Assistant will:

Prepare, provide, and review various reports for Gift Officers and Directors of Development; support donor tracking and participation and ensure database record management

Articulate Penn State's needs, ambitions, and values through excellent informal and formal communications

Gift receipting, depositing, communicating to spenders, tracking dollars and communication with stewardship coordinator

Work collaboratively with the head of the assigned unit, development and alumni staff, committee volunteers, etc. to maximize fundraising efforts and success

Provide assistance in the development of prospect strategies

Respond to requests for information as needed

Support annual fundraising goals and functions of the unit; assist with annual planning

Provide administrative support for the travel of development staff; ensure staff have necessary pre-travel materials and post-travel follow-ups

Coordinate outreach and special events

Coordinate and manage annual giving campaign

Create and prepare data and reports

May develop and distribute development marketing and promotional materials such as newsletters

Participate in the management of portfolios of major gift prospects; input updates and maintain donor and alumni records

May perform other administrative tasks such as updating and maintaining schedules and calendars and overseeing the purchase of equipment and office supplies

The successful candidate will have:

Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (SharePoint, Teams, and Office Suite); experience with fundraising CRM platforms is a plus;

Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills;

The ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for all students and colleagues;

Demonstrated emotional intelligence, with strong problem-solving and analytical reasoning skills**;

Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail;**

A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team;

A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored.

Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (SharePoint, Teams, and Office Suite); experience with fundraising CRM platforms is a plus;

Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills;

The ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for all students and colleagues;

Demonstrated emotional intelligence, with strong problem-solving and analytical reasoning skills**;

Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail;**

A proven ability to self-motivateand work both independently and as part of a team;

A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored.

DDAR is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS)2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications:None

Penn State's Division of Development and Alumni Relations

If you believe in the power of higher education-and philanthropy-to shape the public good, you'll excel right here in Penn State's Division of Development and Alumni Relations (DDAR). Our organization includes more than 500 professionals engaging a community of more than 800,000 alumni who believe in the power of giving back. Across our interdisciplinary teams of fundraisers, alumni relations professionals, communicators, event planners, financial experts, and more, there is a place for you to make a difference in the lives of students and faculty while taking your own career to new heights. Learn more about us at raise.psu.edu and explore the success of our most recent campaign at greaterpennstate.psu.edu.

Building a Career and a Life at Penn State

Across all campuses and an online World Campus, our 100,000 students and 17,000 faculty and staff know the real measure of success goes beyond the classroom-it's the positive impact made on communities across the globe. Penn State consistently ranks among the top academic and research universities in the world: psu.edu/this-is-penn-state/facts-and-rankings

Penn State Berks is located in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania, a vibrant suburban community in Berks County with convenient access to major cities including Philadelphia, Harrisburg, and the Lehigh Valley.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $40,608.00 - $58,836.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

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