Administrative Assistant - University Advancement

Administrative Assistant

University Advancement boasts a talented, knowledgeable team dedicated to strengthening the university and its worldwide network of alumni and friends. Our purpose is to secure resources to assist Washington University in St. Louis in fulfilling its mission of teaching, research, and community service. We advance the university's mission through fundraising and other programs that promote awareness, understanding, involvement, commitment, and advocacy on the part of our constituents. This position will provide vital project and administrative support in a fast-paced environment for an individual, department, or designated staff group. This may include assisting with prospect management; preparing correspondence, reports, and presentations; managing, manipulating, and formatting data and spreadsheets; event and travel support; managing complex calendars; and other administrative tasks as assigned. We value superior attention to detail, outstanding oral and written communication, advanced computer skills, capacity to work well under deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously, and the ability to handle confidential information and situations with sensitivity and discretion. The administrative assistant role is a great opportunity for a seasoned administrative support professional or for someone interested in a career in higher education, fundraising, alumni relations, or communications. Candidates who advance in this hiring process may be considered for multiple administrative assistant positions throughout University Advancement.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities :

• Provide administrative support to assigned team, which may include calendar management, telephone support, filing, prospect / donor appointment scheduling and mail processing. As needed, coordinate travel with duties that may include managing appointments and itineraries, travel arrangements, preparing trip materials, travel advance requests, external outreach and appointment setting, and expense statements.
• Assist in the planning and execution of events and meetings. Responsibilities may include coordinating print and / or email invitations, coordinating with vendors, managing RSVP lists, creating name tags, event briefings, staffing and invoice processing.
• Serve as reliable resource for team in managing special projects, which may include preparing, editing, and proofreading documents; preparation of general correspondence; fundraising reports; data management, manipulation, and formatting; and managing department supplies and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications :

Education : High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and / or experience.

Certifications : No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience : Relevant Experience (2 Years)

Skills : Not Applicable

Driver's License : A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job :

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications :

Education : Bachelor's degree

Certifications : No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience : No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills : Achieving Deadlines, Budgeting, Computer Literacy, Confidentiality, Event Planning, Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Interactions, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Office Procedures, Oral Communications, Project Organization, Sound Judgment, Teamwork, Working Independently, Written Communication

Grade : G07-H

Salary Range : $19.29 - $29.91 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ .

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@ or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure / certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and / or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

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EEO Statement :

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.