Undergraduate Student Assistant (DAR)
Job Description
Position Number:
24820431Title:
Undergraduate Student Assistant (DAR)Functional Title:
Undergraduate Student Assistant (DAR)Category Status:
14-Student Hourly, UGApplicant Search Category:
StudentUnit:
BMGT-Dean-DevelopmentCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Development & Alumni Relations (DAR) Department at the Smith School of Business is hiring an undergraduate student assistant to provide administrative support for the Fall 2024 semester. Students will be expected to work from the front desk and create a professional and welcoming experience for guests entering the DAR suite. Projects may include donor outreach and correspondence, data entry, prospect research, event support, and other administrative tasks as assigned. Priority consideration is given to undergraduate students in the Smith School, but all UMD students are encouraged to submit applications. The position has the potential to continue through the Spring 2025 semester. This position is open to current University of Maryland College Park undergraduate students only.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- All applicants and hired employees must be currently enrolled UMD students with a valid Directory ID & UID #.
- High School Diploma or GED.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Professionalism & Customer Service – The Development & Alumni Relations team serves multiple groups, including donors, graduate students, undergraduate students, alumni, faculty, and staff. Must be comfortable in a fast-paced professional environment, engaging with multiple constituencies and diverse populations in a positive, proactive, responsive, and cheerful manner. A minimum of 6 months of customer service experience in a previous role is required.
- Oral & Written Communication – Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to internal and external audiences.
- Conscientiousness & Dependability – Reliability, timeliness, and the ability to consistently deliver high-quality work within quick turnaround times are necessary.
- Attention to Detail & Critical Thinking – Attention to detail is essential in our service culture. Creative and critical thinking skills support project development and implementation needs.
- Discretion & Sound Judgment – Ability to maintain the confidentiality of student and donor data, create and disseminate information, and make sound decisions with limited supervision.
- Initiative – Ability to take initiative and propose solutions to improve processes to support the Development & Alumni Relations team.
- Teamwork & Collaboration – Ability to work with others from different backgrounds and levels to contribute to team goals and support the dean’s vision for the Smith School.
- Administrative – Experience with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.) and a willingness to learn other computer databases the team uses.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Interest in fundraising, donor relations, alumni engagement, or higher education administration.
Additional Information:
Position Terms and Benefits: Must be available to work a minimum of 10 traditional business hours per week on the College Park campus in Van Munching Hall, with additional evening hours for events and other special projects as necessary. The position will start on September 9, 2024, and may extend through the end of the Spring 2025 semester. Application Deadline: August 30, 2024.
Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Posting Date:
08/20/2024Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
08/30/2024Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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