Alumni & Advancement Office Assistant Student workers play a vital role in helping Bethany College run smoothly. By supporting various departments and assisting with daily tasks, you’ll gain valuable work experience and contribute to our campus community. These positions typically last the entire academic year, unless your work-study funds are exhausted earlier. You’ll receive regular feedback and support from your supervisor to help you succeed. Department: Alumni & Advancement Supervisor: Manager of Advancement & Building Operations OR Alumni Engagement and Programs Coordinator Location: Presser Hall
Compensation:
- $12/Hour for Federal Work Study eligible students
- $10/Hour for Internal Work Study (only some departments on campus have access to these funds)
Job Summary:
The Office of Alumni Engagement and Advancement is seeking a dependable student assistant to support general office tasks and special projects. Responsibilities include assisting with communications, event preparation, and data management. The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism, attention to detail, and a positive attitude.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Assist in writing thank-you and birthday notes to donors and alumni
- Assist in updating alumni contact information and research new contact information as necessary
- Assist in alumni/advancement office bulk mailings
- Assist with alumni/advancement event planning, including socials, fundraising events, homecoming activities, and alumni campus tours.
- Research institutional and donor history through endowment paperwork
- Write articles for the Bethany Magazine, including conducting the necessary interviews needed for the stories assigned.
- Attend Alumni events as available
Job Requirements
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Customer Service skills
- Maintain confidentiality
- Ability to work independently
- Represent the Office of Alumni Engagement & Advancement and Bethany College with a positive attitude and appropriate behavior
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently
- Good communication skills
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) is helpful
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- Willingness to learn new tasks and adapt to changing priorities
- Customer Service
- Detail-oriented
- Good Handwriting (Preferred, not required)
Education and Experience:
- No specific major required
- Must be a current Bethany College student
Working Conditions:
- Events in various locations around Bethany College campus and the town of Lindsborg
- Work is performed in an office environment
- Flexible hours to accommodate class schedules
- Occasional lifting of office supplies or materials (up to 20 lbs)
Bethany College values the contributions of student workers, who play an important role in supporting our mission and daily operations. This position is designed to provide meaningful work experience while helping the Alumni and Advancement Department serve the campus community.
EEO:
Bethany College, an institution of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
This policy reflects Bethany College's mission to educate, develop, and challenge individuals to reach for truth and excellence as they lead lives of faith, learning, and service. This commitment to equal employment opportunities strengthens our community and enhances our ability to fulfill our educational mission.