Business Development Assistant at WGTE Public Media

Wayne State University; Toledo (OH); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a full-time Business Development Assistant to provide essential administrative and operational support across various platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, customer service experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Duties include coordinating communications, preparing documents, and maintaining records, with occasional event support. An associate degree is required, with a bachelor's preferred, ensuring a well-rounded applicant for this dynamic role.

Qualifications

• Organized and service-oriented with a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Prior administrative or customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support for sponsorship and sales.
• Coordinate communications and maintain records.
• Assist with reporting and research.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Adaptability

Collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Business Development Assistant

WGTE Public Media is seeking a full-time Business Development Assistant. This role provides administrative and operational support for sponsorship, sales, and community partnerships across radio, television, and digital platforms by coordinating communications, preparing documents, maintaining records, tracking contracts and deliverables, and assisting with reporting and research. The ideal candidate is organized, service-oriented, and collaborative, with discretion in handling confidential information and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. An associate degree is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior administrative or customer service experience is also required, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Occasional evening or event support may be required.