Job title: Advancement Assistant II
Company: University of Tennessee
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Location: Knoxville, TN
Advancement Assistant II Job Details:
Advancement Assistant II
The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc.
The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture
The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc (UTFI) is seeking a highly motivated administrative professional to serve on the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA) Advancement Team in Knoxville. Reporting to Director of Strategic Engagement & Stewardship, the Advancement Assistant II will provide direct administrative support to the Engagement and Stewardship area of UTIA Office of Institutional Advancement.
The Advancement Assistant II will provide back-office support for programs that impact alumni, donors, faculty/staff, students, and friends of UTIA. This will include, but is not limited to, data gathering, report generation, engagement coding, event support, and other duties as assigned by the Director.
The Advancement Assistant II will:
- Draft correspondences and prepare monthly/daily gift acknowledgment letters.
- Prepare biweekly pet memorial and birthday card mailings.
- Assist with preparation of annual donor impact and other stewardship reports.
- Use existing technology to code engagement, run advancement related reports, and prepare mailing lists.
- Provide support at advancement related events.
- Prepare petty cash and travel reimbursements for various advancement officers.
- Identify opportunities for office efficiencies and effectiveness.
- Prepare and allocate gift deposits on transmittal forms.
Who We Are!
The Foundation is an interdependent nonprofit corporation that enriches the lives of the students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends of the University of Tennessee through alumni engagement, financial stewardship and private investments. While our advancement team aspires to be a key driver in UT’s vision of being a top public research university and producing at the level of a top SEC fundraising program, UTFI supports them by providing a unique benefits package that includes:
- Eligible for up to 24+ paid days off per year and 12 paid days off for holidays,
- Tuition reimbursement,
- Employee discounts such as Orlando theme parks and Biltmore, and
- Full comprehensive benefits & retirement package, plus more!
Knoxville sits at the base of the Great Smoky Mountains. With a variety of outdoor activities, parks and recreation, Knoxville can provide a top notch outdoors recreational experience to nature lovers. Arts, music, events, and annual festivals add to the breadth and depth of the list of things to do in our region. There are various opportunities to connect and find community for all identities and interests within the surrounding area and on campus.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma with 3-4 years office experience. Business/ technical school graduate with 1-2 years office experience.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
- May require event/meeting coordination and planning experience.
- Communicate effectively, both written and oral.
- Willingness and ability to learn current and emerging advancement technologies.
The ideal candidate will be highly supportive of and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. To build a diverse workforce The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women. EEO/AA employer.
The ideal candidate is committed to creating and sustaining equitable practices at every level, engaging our staff in dialogue around identity and inclusion, and inclusive development that celebrates the contributions of all employees, alumni and donors.
In order to be considered for candidacy, please include a cover letter and resume in addition to completing the on-line profile. Applicants should complete the on-line profile in entirety to demonstrate the minimal education and experience required for this position. Incomplete profile information as it relates to the requirements listed will eliminate candidacy for this opportunity. Use keyword 23000020I to apply to this position from the link below.
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