Job Description - Graduate Assistant (STU001780)
Job Description
Description
Hourly Rate: $15/hr.
Supports UHD's strategic fundraising and alumni relations efforts by working closely with university advancement services professionals. Individuals interested in serving UHD by bolstering outside support will gain a distinctive perspective on the business services that support fundraising and alumni engagement. Although this student will not be directly involved with soliciting support, the position will enable someone to learn about the operations of a successful university and nonprofit fundraising office.
Duties: Provides support to members of Advancement Services staff who deliver business services for University Advancement Utilizes excellent verbal communication and business writing skills to support a positive image of UHD among external constituencies Assists with processing vouchers, expense reports, gift transmittal forms, invoices, and monthly P-card statements Accesses and updates donor information in the University of Houston System constituent relationship management (CRM) system Conducts targeted research from both university and external sources Prepares and distributes communications and correspondence on behalf of others Schedules meetings Performs general office tasks, including, but not limited to, answering phones and emails, ordering office supplies, running reports, ordering promotional items, and ordering business cards Assists with planning events and attends and assists at events as required Performs other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge: Knowledge of basic office and administration tasks and equipment Must have basic computer knowledge MS Office Tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Skills: Good technical skills, including proficiency in MS Office and PeopleSoft Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills Abilities: Ability to follow instructions and work in a timely manner Ability to multitask Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse university community Must be reliable Must have a positive attitude Must be a team player EEO/AA
Qualifications
Must be a current UHD undergraduate or graduate student and in good standing with the university Preferred Qualifications: Currently majoring in accounting, communication, data science, data analytics, management information systems (MIS), marketing, non-profit management, technical communication, or a related field Must be a current UHD undergraduate or graduate student and in good standing with the university Preferred Qualifications: Currently majoring in accounting, communication, data science, data analytics, management information systems (MIS), marketing, non-profit management, technical communication, or a related field About University of Houston Downtown The second-largest university in Houston, the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is a comprehensive, four-year, urban university in the heart of downtown. Led by President Loren J. Blanchard, UHD is a community of diverse faculty, staff, students, and regional partners dedicated to nurturing talent, generating knowledge, and driving socioeconomic mobility for a just and sustainable future.
Since opening its doors in 1974, UHD has grown in size, scope, and service, now offering 46 bachelor's and 11 master's degree programs and 17 fully online programs within its four colleges: Marilyn Davies College of Business, College of Humanities & Social Sciences, College of Public Service, and College of Sciences & Technology.
UHD educates approximately 15,000 students annually. With more than 77% of UHD's students coming directly from Harris County, UHD is not just a university in Houston, but Houston's University and an Anchor Institution for the region.
UHD is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, a Minority-Serving Institution, and a Military-Friendly School. While the student population is largely Hispanic at 53% and African-American at 20%, more than 64 countries are represented. Furthermore, UHD has the most affordable tuition among four-year universities in Houston, and its graduates have the lowest student loan debt in the state. Importantly, 70% of UHD freshman students are the first in their families to attend college.
UHD is one of the four distinct and separate components of the University of Houston System, which also includes the University of Houston, University of Houston-Clear Lake, and University of Houston-Victoria. Instructional Sites operated by UHD are University of Houston-Downtown Northwest, University of Houston-Downtown at Lone Star College Kingwood, and University of Houston-Downtown at Lone Star College CyFair.
The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution and recognizes protected classes of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, religion, age (40 and above), national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or status, and gender expression as required by federal law. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Required Attachments by Candidate : Resume, Cover Letter/Letter of Application
University of Houston-Downtown One Main Street Houston, TX 77002 713-221-8000
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