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Development Assistant

Bellisario College, Penn State

As Penn State looks forward to the conclusion of its historically successful fundraising campaign, A Greater Penn State for 21st Century Excellence, a Development Assistant (Administrative Support Coordinator 4) is needed to support the Division of Development and Alumni Relations in Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications Development Office.

The University is committed to ensuring that diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to the success of a world-class research institution. We are dedicated to fostering institutional change required to realize a more socially just University and we value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Reporting to the Director of Development, Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications and working closely with Development of Alumni Relations and Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications the Development Assistant will:

  • Administer support and assistance to the Director of Development.
  • Assist the development staff in identifying, cultivating and stewarding alumni and other potential donors.
  • Articulate Penn State’s needs, ambitions, and values, including diversity, equity, and inclusion, through excellent informal and formal communications
  • Assist in the review/preparation of donor solicitations, guidelines, statements of donor intent, and proposal documentation.
  • Use Advance Web (AWA) and Advance Business Intelligence (ABI) to prepare, format, and distribute reports and informational materials, which are received by Development staff, donors/prospects, and campaign chairs/volunteers.

This position typically requires an Associate's degree or higher plus 4 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The successful candidate will also have:

  • Demonstrated expert skills in the use of Microsoft Office. Familiarity with AWA Database, ABI, E-Steward, and other development and university software is also desired.
  • A dedication to and understanding of the skills required to build relationships with diverse communities
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills
  • A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team
  • A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored

This position requires the successful completion of a standard background check.

How to Apply

  • CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.


Job posted April 13, 2022