Development Assistant

Details Open Date 09/03/2026 Requisition Number PRN17445N Job Title UU Student - Admin/Clerical Working Title Development Assistant Career Progression Track SJ Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? No Standard Hours per Week 19 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary Up to 19 hours per week, Monday–Friday. Schedule will be determined upon hire. In-person work required, with possibility of some remote work. Is this a work study job? No VP Area President Department 00702 - Development Services Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment Internal to the University Pay Rate Range $16/hr Close Date 12/31/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary The Donor Relations team in University Advancement is seeking a student worker to assist with donor stewardship, record-keeping, and other development-related projects. University Advancement consists of fundraisers and administrators who engage with donors and community members to advance the university’s mission. This position will report to the Director of Donor Recognition but may provide project support for all team members and their respective areas of gift agreements, stewardship, events, and marketing. Responsibilities Compiling and recording facility naming, artwork, and other donor recognition information Review and document Board of Trustee archives Data and record updates using Salesforce Organize and track projects within project management system Collating and mailing donor reports Organize and manage digital files Other administrative tasks Special projects as assigned Minimum Qualifications Must be a current student at the University of Utah and have demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills. Preferences Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Skills related to project management, administration, or operations are a plus. Students interested in pursuing a career in higher education, non-profit management, public administration, or fundraising/donor relations are encouraged to apply. Additional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io or University Human Resource Management at View phone number on click.appcast.io if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. 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