Advancement Department Graduate Assistant - Grand View University

Grand View University aspires to serve a diverse community of learners- students, faculty, and staff- in an inclusive and equitable environment with the goal of empowering all to achieve their fullest potential. Our objective is to sustain a campus environment that is free from the power imbalances and institutional biases that contribute to systems of oppression, while preparing our students to stand against those inequities when they leave Grand View.

Grand View University is dedicated to the goal of an inclusive campus where people of diverse identities feel welcomed and empowered to shape our culture and processes. At Grand View University we view diversity through the collective or group and we welcome and affirm the thoughts and experiences each distinct member brings to our community of learners.

To learn more about Grand View’s commitment to diversity, and to read our entire Diversity Statement, click on this link: https://www.grandview.edu/about/diversity

General Purpose of Job:

The Advancement Graduate Assistant (GA) supports the Grand View Advancement Office in fostering relationships with graduates, promoting alumni engagement, and coordinating events and programs aimed at connecting alumni with each other and the university. This role is designed for a graduate student with an interest in higher education administration, communications, event planning, fundraising or nonprofit management.

Essential Functions of Job:

1. Alumni Engagement
   1. Identify, communicate, and track alumni correspondence in department database
2. Communication
   1. Create and implement social media post, email campaigns, and other content – including social media graphics - to keep alumni informed and engaged with the university.
   2. Create online giving pages, events, including ticket management, event registrations and logistical support.
3. Data Entry
   1. Work with Database Manager to update and maintain alumni records, facilitate gift entry, and work with Grand View Business Office to deposit and track all contributions.
4. Fundraising Support
   1. Creating email solicitations
   2. With coordinate with GV Athletics Department and Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement to execute peer-to-peer athletic fundraising campaigns.
   3. Provide support to the Director of Annual Giving for the 24-hour day of giving.
5. Event Support
   1. Communicate with vendors -internal and external – for department events, including Homecoming, Viktors, Iowa State Fair, etc.
   2. Provide administrative support for athletic events including annual golf outings
   3. Support alumni and student engagement events hosted by the Advancement Office
6. Administrative Support
   1. Perform general office duties, including data entry, and responding to alumni emails and messages.
   2. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree required with interest in a Grand View graduate program
2. Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational abilities.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, social media platforms (specifically Facebook and Instagram), Canva and willingness to learn Grand View’s alumni CRM (Customer Relationship Management)
4. Experience in event planning, communications, or customer service is a plus but not required.
5. Must be available to work Monday – Friday for a total of 20 hours per week, with flexibility to work some evenings or weekends.

Compensation & Hours

• 20 hours/week assistantship

• $2,000/semester

• 100% tuition remission for Grand View's graduate program (Note: If GV pays more than $5,250 in educational assistance benefits for you during a calendar year, you must pay taxes on the amount over $5,250. GV will include this information on your W-2.)

Working Conditions:

1. The ability to lift small loads (no more than 25 lbs.)
2. The ability to occasionally lift 50 pounds.

All applicants must apply through our online application system.

Grand View University is an equal opportunity employer. The University has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity and, in that spirit, seeks a broad spectrum of candidates, including women, members of minority groups, and people with disabilities.

A pre-employment background check is required.