George Mason University Looking for Development Assistant at Fairfax, VA  Full Time

Development Assistant

The George Mason University Libraries is recruiting a part-time Development Assistant to be a member of the development team within the Office of the Dean of the University Libraries and University Librarian.

George Mason has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason’s academic and culturally inclusive environment.

About the Position:

The Development Assistant’s responsibilities will report to the Dean of University Libraries and support the development functions for University Libraries. The incumbent will assist in all matters related to the development operations, to include, preparing donor acknowledgement letters, endowment letters, and correspondence; managing and reviewing donor records, reports, and files, as well as running confidential donor reports and mailing lists; preparing materials for the University Libraries Advisory Board and donors; general duties as assigned. The incumbent will work on university systems such as Microsoft Office 365 and interface with a CRM (Salesforce – donor database) and MicroStrategy (donor reporting).

Required Qualifications:

Demonstrated office experience; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; ability to adapt to new systems quickly; strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and organizational skills; ability to work both independently and as a member of a team; ability to work successfully in a multi-tasking, fast-paced work environment, short time frames, and deadlines; ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing tasks and projects; ability to handle and maintain confidential information and with discretion.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of fundraising databases and software programs.

For full consideration, applicants must apply at ; complete and submit the online application; and upload a resume, and a list of three professional references with contact information. This position will remain open until filled.

Great Careers Begin at Mason!

George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report “Up and Coming” spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education.

Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason’s diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.

If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!

George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition.

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.