Student Philanthropy Officer - Call Center

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 13,638 - 19,424; Part time

Job summary

A university in Kentucky is looking for a Student Philanthropy Officer to connect with Alumni, Friends, and Donors requesting support for scholarships and programs. This part-time role offers flexible scheduling with shifts during evenings and Sunday afternoons. Applicants should be enrolled students with effective communication and marketing skills. Sales or telemarketing experience is preferred but not required. Join us to help enhance student programs and campus improvements.

Qualifications

• Must be an enrolled UK student.
• No experience required but sales and/or telemarketing experience a plus.
• HS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contact Alumni/Friends/Donors requesting donations.
• Flexible scheduling options for shifts.

Skills

Communication

Marketing

Sales

Education

High School Diploma

Must be an enrolled UK student

Job description

Job Title

Student Philanthropy Officer - Call Center

Requisition Number

DU14230

Department Name

14100:Development-Phonathon

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Salary

$12.00

Position Type

Student

Position Time Status

Part-Time

Required Education

Must be an enrolled UK student.

Required Related Experience

No experience required but sales and/or telemarketing experience a plus.

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

None

Shift

6:00-9:30 p.m. Sunday-Thursday or 1:30-5:00 p.m. on Sunday afternoons

Job Summary

Student Philanthropy Officers contact Alumni/Friends/Donors of the University requesting donations to support student scholarships, programs, and campus improvements. Students can expect flexible scheduling options with shifts lasting from 6:00-9:30 p.m. Sunday-Thursday or 1:30-5:00 p.m. on Sunday afternoons. Students can select their own shifts and must work five times over a two-week span. We are currently hiring for spring semester employment.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Communication, marketing and sales.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Preferred Education/Experience

HS

Deadline To Apply

01/23/2026

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