Institutional Advancement

To Apply

Send resume/CV, cover letter, and reference list to:
person Laura Custer, Director of Human Resources
email hr@thomasmore.edu
phone 859-344-3314

Location

place Thomas More University, 333 Thomas More Parkway, Crestview Hills, KY 41017

Description

Basic Purpose

The Executive Assistant for University Advancement will coordinate office administration and procedures, in order to ensure organizational effectiveness and efficiency. The Office Manager is responsible for developing intra-office communication protocols, streamlining administrative procedures, and inventory control. Serves as the primary administrative support for the Senior Vice President for Mission & University Advancement and direct reports.

Core Competencies

• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Excellent organizational abilities and time management skills
• Excellent oral communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Experience in database management
• Ability to work autonomously

 

Principle Duties & Activities

• Design and implement office operations and procedures to improve efficiency of the department
• Review, maintain and make recommendations for adjustments in departmental budget lines
• Assist Advancement Services employees with the processing of gifts to the university
• Manage executives’ schedules, calendars and appointments
• Organize orientation and training of new staff members
• Coordinate travel plans for executives
• Schedule meetings and record minutes for Institutional Advancement Committee and staff meetings
• Implement and maintain reports for special campaigns for the department and University as requested
• Schedule and maintain Institutional Advancement calendar
• Perform review and analysis of special projects
• Ensure office financial objectives are met by preparing annual budget for the office, planning expenditures, analyzing variances and carrying out necessary corrections if needed
• Monitor and maintain office supplies inventory
• Coordinate with IT department to maintain all office equipment
• Process and maintain records of all invoices, including processing all necessary purchase order requests for the department
• Answer office lines and route calls to appropriate department directors
• Provide general support to visitors
• Hire, supervise, and train all student employees for the department
• Co-lead the Presidential Ambassador’s program

General

• Assist with event planning and execution
• Assist Advancement Services with data integrity, recording of gifts and generate weekly reports as needed
• Adapt to new projects or changes to processes
• Proof letters, brochures, newsletters, etc. as needed
• Other duties as assigned

 

Education, Specialized and/or Technical Knowledge Requirements

Education:       High School diploma or equivalent required.  Associate Degree preferred.

Experience:     At least three years clerical/administrative experience.