Development Associate – Frontline Support (Remote Eligible)

University of Texas; Utah; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Development Associate to provide frontline support, staff assistance, and daily administrative functions for the School of Law Development Office. The role involves coordinating gift-officer activities, managing donor communications, planning travel, and processing reimbursements to enable staff to focus on fundraising goals.

The position also supports stewardship efforts, prepares materials, and collaborates with development staff on events and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• One year of experience assisting with fundraising programs and/or performing complex administrative functions.
• Highly effective communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal).
• Project management skills.
• Capable of working independently and under pressure, while also engaging in collaboration between teams.
• Excellence in problem-analyzing, problem-solving, and customer service.
• Demonstrated high attention to details and accountability.
• Ability to use discretion and maintain integrity and professionalism.
• High degree of proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Office, Asana and Zoom.
• Demonstrated excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Frontline Gift Officer Support: coordinate activities, plan travel, process reimbursements, and assist with portfolio management and donor strategy.
• Stewardship Communications Support: assemble and mail materials, track letters and packets.
• Collaboration & Event Support: assist with alumni events and campus visits.
• Firm Giving Support: prepare invoices, track gifts, and support yearly impact report.
• Other related functions and duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Independent work under pressure

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Discretion and professionalism

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Asana

Zoom

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Development Associate to provide frontline support, staff assistance, and daily administrative functions for the School of Law Development Office. The role involves coordinating gift-officer activities, managing donor communications, planning travel, and processing reimbursements to enable staff to focus on fundraising goals.

The position also supports stewardship efforts, prepares materials, and collaborates with development staff on events and