Operations & Donor Relations Specialist

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University is seeking a Business Operations Assistant to support financial, administrative, and operational functions for the Chapman Center for Rural Studies and the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work.

The role includes managing funds, preparing reports, coordinating events, donor gifts, grant activity, data for student projects, and day-to-day office operations with a focus on service to students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and one year of relevant experience.
• Two years' experience in general office, clerical or administrative support is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and common office software is expected.

Responsibilities

• Oversee departmental and foundation funds and prepare financial reports.
• Coordinate events and manage donor correspondence and gifts.
• Track grant activity and support data management for student projects.
• Assist with time and leave administration and serve as receptionist.
• Maintain student records and support accounting and personnel processes.

Tools

KSIS

Canvas

Qualtrics

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kansas State University is seeking a Business Operations Assistant to support financial, administrative, and operational functions for the Chapman Center for Rural Studies and the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work.

The role includes managing funds, preparing reports, coordinating events, donor gifts, grant activity, data for student projects, and day-to-day office operations with a focus on service to students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.