CLERK D (TEMP)

Job Summary

LSA Advancement builds philanthropic relationships to inspire transformational support for the liberal arts and sciences at the University of Michigan. We are more than 50 professionals building a positive work environment that supports the excellence and transformative power of the college's liberal arts mission through values-based fundraising and development operations. To learn more about what we do and what it's like to work with us, visit our Join Our Team Website.

The ideal candidate is naturally curious, highly organized, and enjoys analyzing documentation to solve complex problems. They have a keen eye for detail, are comfortable applying established business rules consistently, questioning those business rules when something doesn't fit, identifying new processes that improve the work, and take pride in producing accurate, reliable data. Their work will directly support the college's ability to report campaign progress, steward donor funds responsibly, and honor donor intent (DI).

The Temporary DI (Donor Intent) Data Integrity Specialist will support a high-priority donor intent data initiative that directly advances the college's campaign reporting and financial compliance goals. This position is responsible for reviewing complex gift agreements and related documentation to identify, interpret, and document donor intent within the university's donor database. The work performed in this role enables accurate campaign reporting, strengthens stewardship of donor funds, supports financial compliance, and helps ensure the college honors donor intent. Ultimately, your efforts directly enhance the college's capacity to engage stakeholders, maximize funding impact, and achieve the ambitious goals of its campaign initiatives. You'll report directly to the Director of Advancement Business Solutions.

Responsibilities*

• Review gift agreements and supporting documentation for gift funds.
• Analyze donor documentation to identify and interpret donor intent.
• Determine and apply donor intent reporting attributes in accordance with established business rules.
• Organize and standardize donor intent information to ensure consistency across fund records.
• Enter donor intent reporting attributes into the university's donor database with a high degree of accuracy.
• Research and resolve inconsistencies or missing information by consulting available documentation and established procedures.
• Conduct audits of fund records to ensure purpose categories and donor intent internal summaries are accurate, and to ensure donor fund information is up to date.
• Maintain documentation of completed work and support continuous improvement of donor intent data standards and processes.
• Collaborate with Advancement Business Solutions staff and campus partners to ensure accurate interpretation and documentation of donor intent.

Required Qualifications*

• Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated experience performing detailed, accuracy-driven work involving complex documentation or data.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret written documents and consistently apply established guidelines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience using databases, spreadsheets, or other data management systems.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet project deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with constituent relationship management (CRM) systems or donor databases.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data validation techniques.
• Experience interpreting legal, financial, or policy-related documents such as contracts, grant agreements, or gift agreements.

We encourage applications from candidates with varied perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment, and applicants for this position will not be sponsored for work visas.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.