Development Graduate Assistant

The University of North Georgia; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Georgia in Dahlonega, GA is seeking a Development Graduate Assistant to support fundraising and engagement for the Colleges of Education and Health & Wellness within University Advancement.

You will assist with donor research, stewardship, events, and communications, while maintaining donor data in CRM systems and preparing briefing materials for meetings with alumni, donors, and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Preference for a graduate student in business, marketing, public administration, data analytics, or related field.
• Experience with donor relations or fundraising is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support donor engagement and stewardship through letters, emails, and events.
• Enter data into the UNG donor management system on behalf of the Development Director.
• Create one-pagers for departmental projects and campaigns for donors and partners.
• Research and qualify potential donors and industry partners to support college missions.
• Prepare materials for donor visits and industry partnerships.

Skills

Communication

Data management

Research

Independent work

Spreadsheets

Written skills

Oral communication

CRM systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Job Title: Development Graduate Assistant

Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 305605

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is accepting applications for a Graduate Assistant for Development. The Graduate Assistant for Development will support the fundraising and engagement efforts of the Colleges of Education and Health & Wellness within University Advancement. Reporting to the Director of Development, the GA will assist with donor and prospect research, corporate and community engagement, stewardship, special events, and fundraising initiatives. The position will use university advancement systems and CRM platforms to maintain donor and prospect information, prepare briefing materials, and support outreach to alumni, donors, corporate partners, foundations, and community stakeholders. The GA will also assist with donor communications, stewardship activities, proposals, and presentations. The GA will research and support corporate partnerships, donor engagement, and stewardship to help inform development strategies. The position may have opportunities to participate in donor meetings, campus events, and partner activities while gaining hands‑on experience in higher education advancement. There will be a high level of administrative duties connected to this role. The Graduate Assistant will work closely with the Director of Development and may collaborate with faculty, staff, University Advancement colleagues, and external partners to support the fundraising priorities of the Colleges of Education and Health & Wellness.

Responsibilities

• Support donor engagement and stewardship, through handwritten letters, emails, possible events, update reports, assisting with relationship building opportunities, and coordinating connectivity with student scholarship recipient and donors.
• Entering data into UNG donor management system on behalf of Development Director.
• Design `one-pagers¿ for informational purposes on departmental projects and campaigns. The Development Director will use these documents to take to potential donors and corporate partners.
• Research and qualify potential donors and new industry partners who could support the mission of the College of Education and College of Health & Wellness.
• Prepare prep material for donor visits and industry partners.
• Supporting travel arrangements and reimbursements for the Director of Development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference for a student enrolled in a graduate program at UNG, particularly in business, marketing, public administration, data analytics, or a related field.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

• Unofficial Transcripts

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Comfort working with spreadsheets and data management platforms
• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Excellent organization and attention to detail

• Strong research and analytical skills
• Ability to synthesize information into clear recommendations; professional and personable approach when interacting with donors, alumni, volunteers, and staff; interest in philanthropy, and relationship-based services.
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to learn CRM, email, and fundraising technology

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co‑curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affinative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card).
• This position will not travel
• This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education