Development Assistant

University of Colorado•Denver, CO

4d•$50,381 - $55,684•Hybrid

About The Position

The Development Assistant performs varied and complex administrative duties in the University of Colorado Denver Office of Advancement. The Office connects people who support education and research with CU Denver’s programs, fosters alumni engagement and philanthropy, and advances the university’s mission. This is a term-limited position currently funded through June 30, 2029. The position will be reviewed by January 2029 to assess financial sustainability. If employment ends because of a lack of funding, the University will provide 30 days’ written notice. The role is full-time and hybrid, with an in-office presence three days per week; remote work flexibility is available at the unit’s discretion. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required for Advancement events. The position is eligible for overtime compensation and requires a valid driver’s license.

Requirements

Two years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the assigned work, or a combination of related education and relevant experience totaling two years.
Outstanding customer service skills.
Familiarity and proficiency with Advance, Salesforce, or similar databases.
Ability to pull, extract, and organize intricate data reports.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to use internet navigation and research tools.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels of the institution.
Ability to conceptualize and utilize data.
Understanding of access and engagement, with a commitment to developing equitable practices.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, adapt to changing priorities, manage time, and meet deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and internet navigation tools, including word processing, spreadsheet, and email software.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Experience with data management and/or data research.
Experience with Microsoft Excel and a CRM database.
Professional experience in nonprofit work, events, and/or development or fundraising.

Responsibilities

Provide general office support, including arranging catering, organizing office and donor events, purchasing donor flowers and gifts, printing, processing receipts, making reservations, and facilitating guest parking.
Research and update information and provide fund and EID lookup support in Salesforce (CU Ascend) for Advancement staff.
Serve as a data and records management resource for Advancement, understanding its data platforms, stored information, and appropriate tools for accessing requested information.
Serve as the primary point of contact for day-to-day gift handling, accept donations, create accurate records, and ensure timely delivery to the CU Foundation Gift Processing unit.
Provide backup front desk coverage, greeting and directing visitors and responding to questions in person, by phone, and by email.
Triage the Advancement and DA Support email accounts, sort and distribute mail, schedule conference rooms, and facilitate meeting setup.
Liaise with the CU Foundation, CU System, and CU Denver campus partners regarding questions, research information, reports, and operations.
Support the team with event bios and briefings for personal meetings, prospect lists, and analyses as needed.
Support assigned events, including mailing, packaging, event assembly, preparation, and takedown.
Maintain clean and orderly communal office spaces, including the lobby and kitchen, and track office supplies, external communication documents, and swag inventory.
Perform other duties as assigned.