Job description

Advancement Services Assistant (Level 5/6)

Development - Systems Management, Lincoln Center

Fordham University

Fordham University has an excellent reputation as a dynamic institution located in New York City. Founded in 1841, Fordham enrolls more than 16,000 undergraduate and graduate students in its 9 Colleges and Schools.

• Fordham University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits packageto its employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We offer tuition remission for employees and their dependents
• A generous immediate employer match towards a 403(b) retirement plan.
• As a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), Fordham is considered a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, a federal program designed to forgive student loan debt for employees of certain public and certain nonprofit employers.
• As part of its work-life balance program, the University provides generous PTO including 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 2 personal days, 6 summer Fridays, and holidaysthat include paid time off between Christmas and New year.
• University employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). EAP provides no-cost, professional, and confidential services, to help employees and family members address a variety of personal, family, life, and work-related issues.

Position Summary

A key member of the Advancement Services team, the Advancement Services Assistant (Level 5/6) provides foundational support in Development and University Relations’ (DAUR) work of engaging alumni, donors, and other external constituents by performing a broad range of responsibilities.

This position requires extensive attention to detail, technical aptitude, and a robust understanding of data and data systems. The duties of the Advancement Services Assistant (Level 5/6) also require a strong ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion. The Advancement Services Assistant reports to the Executive Director of Advancement Services.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement pursuant to University’s Hybrid/Remote Work Policy. Please review the policy here:https://www.fordham.edu/info/30810/hybridremote_work_policy/"

Essential Functions

• Performs daily contribution processing and reconciliation
• Handles biographical data collection, entry, and validation
• Performs regular audits, reconciliations, and feeds to the general ledger
• Focuses on data quality and integrity, research, troubleshooting data issues, proper storage and destruction of records
• Assists with business process maintenance

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Minimum of three years of relevant professional experience.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office with emphasis in Excel spreadsheet skills including macros, pivot tables, etc.
• Ability to multi-task and consistently handle a myriad of gift, pledge, and other data processing situations in accordance with department protocols in a fast-paced work environment
• Expertise in data entry related to financial and constituent record information.
• Extensive experience working with customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
• Ability to work independently, exercise good judgement, and make accurate independent decisions regarding appropriate recording and retrieval of data.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a complex and evolving technical ecosystem.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion.
• Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in finance, business, computer science, or a related field.
• Experience working in higher education or non-profit institutions, especially in the areas of advancement, alumni relations, or fundraising.
• Experience in MS Dynamics-based CRM and/or Anthology Encompass.

Minimum Biweekly Salary for Level 6 Internal Applicants who meet criteria: $2170.35

Maximum Biweekly Salary for Level 6 Internal Applicants who meet criteria: $2170.35

Minimum Biweekly Salary for All Others: $1991.32

Maximum Biweekly Salary for All Others: $1991.32

Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.

FLSA CATEGORY: Non-Exempt

START DATE: ASAP

APPLY HERE: https://careers.fordham.edu/postings/4529

ABOUT FORDHAM

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its 9 colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $1,085.17 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• relevant professional: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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