Development Assistant

Utah; Salt Lake City, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The Donor Relations team in University Advancement is seeking a student worker to assist with donor stewardship, record-keeping, and other development-related projects. University Advancement consists of fundraisers and administrators who engage with donors and community members to advance the university’s mission.

This position reports to the Director of Donor Recognition and may support gift agreements, stewardship, events, and marketing.

Qualifications

• Must be a current student at the University of Utah and have demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Compiling and recording facility naming, artwork, and other donor recognition information.
• Review and document Board of Trustee archives
• Data and record updates using Salesforce
• Organize and track projects within project management system
• Collating and mailing donor reports
• Organize and manage digital files
• Other administrative tasks
• Special projects as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Current student at the University of Utah

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Details

Open Date 09/03/2026

Requisition Number PRN17445N

Job Title UU Student - Admin/Clerical

Working Title Development Assistant

Career Progression Track SJ

Track Level

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? No

Standard Hours per Week 19

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Up to 19 hours per week, Monday–Friday. Schedule will be determined upon hire. In-person work required, with possibility of some remote work.

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area President

Department 00702 - Development Services

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment Internal to the University

Pay Rate Range $16/hr

Close Date 12/31/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The Donor Relations team in University Advancement is seeking a student worker to assist with donor stewardship, record-keeping, and other development-related projects. University Advancement consists of fundraisers and administrators who engage with donors and community members to advance the university’s mission. This position will report to the Director of Donor Recognition but may provide project support for all team members and their respective areas of gift agreements, stewardship, events, and marketing.

Responsibilities

• Compiling and recording facility naming, artwork, and other donor recognition information

• Review and document Board of Trustee archives

• Data and record updates using Salesforce

• Organize and track projects within project management system

• Collating and mailing donor reports

• Organize and manage digital files

• Other administrative tasks

• Special projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a current student at the University of Utah and have demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.

Preferences

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Skills related to project management, administration, or operations are a plus.

• Students interested in pursuing a career in higher education, non-profit management, public administration, or fundraising/donor relations are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the:University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
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