Foundation Events & Donor Relations Assistant

Colorado Mesa University; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Mesa University is seeking an Administrative Support role within the Foundation Office to assist with donor events and general office tasks. You will serve as a point of contact, help with event coordination, greet guests, and manage routine administrative duties.

The position emphasizes discretion, strong organizational skills, and a service-oriented approach to support CMU's fundraising and community engagement efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting donor events or development activities.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for donors at Foundation events.
• Assist with day-of event coordination and guest check-in.
• Perform admin duties: phones, visitors, database updates.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Donor relations

Event coordination

Administrative support

Phone & customer service

Data entry

Job description

Colorado Mesa University is seeking an Administrative Support role within the Foundation Office to assist with donor events and general office tasks. You will serve as a point of contact, help with event coordination, greet guests, and manage routine administrative duties.

The position emphasizes discretion, strong organizational skills, and a service-oriented approach to support CMU's fundraising and community engagement efforts.