Assistant to the Vice President for University Advancement

Assistant to the Vice President for University Advancement: A1400G

The Assistant to the Vice President for University Advancement provides administrative support to the Vice President for University Advancement (VPUA) and contributes to the overall success of the University Advancement as a communication link for the Vice President with students faculty and staff as well as external partners (donors alumni and community members) for which a high level of customer service skills are necessary.

The job duties of the Assistant to the Vice President include but are not limited to the following:

• Manages the administrative aspects of the Vice President for University Advancement by performing complex administrative duties.
• Manages the daily operations of the office and ensuring effective office operation.
• Assists the VPUA with travel forms on an as-needed basis.
• Gathers information and prepares various reports correspondence and memorandums on behalf of the VPUA.
• Prepares confidential reports and assists with special events projects and surveys.
• Assumes responsibility for small projects and oversees such projects through to completion.
• Maintains files andappointment calendars.
• Monitors reconciles and assists in the preparation and maintenance of the departmental budget.
• Responsible for departmental purchases and invoices.
• Must have knowledge of or a willingness to learn about University requisition and purchasing procedures.
• Provides administrative support for the Cameron University Foundation including scheduling and preparing for meetings and taking meeting minutes.
• Facilitates special events as needed for Advancement and for the Cameron University Foundation.
• Manages operational budgets for the Cameron University Foundation Accounts.
• Prepares and submits for payment Requests for Payments on Foundation Accounts.
• Maintains reservation lists for events.
• Other duties as assigned by the Vice President for University Advancement

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Graduate of an accredited 4-year college or university or within two years of degree completion.
2. Proficient in the use of PowerPoint Excel Word and Outlook or a willingness to learn.
3. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
4. Strong organizational skills and an ability to manage multiple ongoing projects.
5. Strong reasoning skills to resolve issues independently.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Familiarity with fundraising donor relations or alumni relations.
2. Experience or knowledge of Cameron University procedures including Banner or experience working in a higher education setting.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift objects under 15 pounds including using the upper body to raise objects from a lower position to a higher position
• Ability to reach including extending the arm and hand
• Ability to stand for short or extended periods of time
• Ability to engage in repetitive motions including finger dexterity

SALARY RANGE:

Commensurate with experience.

BENEFITS:

Cameron University offers a wide variety of comprehensive programs to benefit our employees. We are proud to offer such benefits as paid medical coverage for our employees ample time off and opportunities and employee tuition waiver programs. To view all benefits available to employees visit: University () is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton Oklahoma that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence the university provides a wide range of economic cultural and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Masters-level graduate degrees are offered in business behavioral sciences and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge.A copy of the Universitys Annual Security Report listing crime statistics and university policies is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to position resume transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point) names email addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references.

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Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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JOB #- A1400G