Annual Giving Student Assistant

The Association of Former Students; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

The Association of Former Students in College Station, Texas, is looking for a part-time Annual Giving Student Assistant. This role involves communicating with donors, scheduling fundraising initiatives, and creating fundraising materials.

The ideal candidate will have customer service experience and strong written and verbal skills, along with the ability to work attentively under pressure. This is an excellent opportunity for students currently enrolled at Texas A&M.

Qualifications

• One year of direct customer service experience required.
• Proficient word processing skills are essential.
• Ability to maintain focus under timeline pressure.

Responsibilities

• Communicate regularly with donors and constituents.
• Schedule various fundraising initiatives.
• Administer project maintenance and support.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Strong written and verbal skills

Education

Currently enrolled at Texas A&M University

Job description

Job Type

Part-time

The Role

The Annual Giving Student Assistant communicates regularly with donors and constituents, schedules various fundraising and stewardship initiatives, and works with colleagues to create fundraising materials such as brochures, web pages, and correspondence.

Essential Functions

• Administrative support and project maintenance.
• Interface with donors via phone, email, and in person.
• Respond to constituents in a timely manner.
• Perform scheduling for fundraising efforts.
• Collaborate with Gift Processing and Stewardship to resolve transaction challenges.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Work in a highly confidential manner.
• Follow through on tasks until completion.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in various Association-wide activities such as engagement and fundraising goals, internal event teams, task committees, attending gameday receptions, Distinguished Alumni Gala, and other external events as required.
• Serve as an ambassador by meeting our Team Expectations, fostering relationships with students and other constituents of Texas A&M.
• Exemplify Our Core Values: Respect, Excellence, Loyalty, Leadership, Integrity, Service.

Minimum Requirements

• One year of direct customer service.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Maintain focus while working under timeline pressure.
• Proficient word processing skills.

Preferred Requirements

• Availability to work 15 or more hours per week.
• Availability to work holidays and between semesters.
• Two or more years of work experience in a direct customer service role.

Physical Capacity Requirements

Ability to sit or stand throughout the day and, occasionally, carry up to 10 pounds.

Accommodation Statement

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities. Please reach out to our Human Resources department to discuss your needs.

Education & Training

Required: Currently enrolled at Texas A&M University (College Station) with a minimum of one semester completed.

Preferred: Same as above, with two or more years remaining as a Texas A&M student.

Supervision

Received: Manager of Annual Giving

Given: None