Advancement Student Assisant

• Provide excellent service to customers (students, faculty, staff, and community members) who visit the office.
• Performs routine office tasks as assigned, such as filing, processing mailings, and making copies.
• Oversees the cleanliness and organization of the office.
• Answer phones and take efficient messages.
• Checks and responds to emails and messages.
• Assist with the coordination of special events, orientations, workshops, and seminars.
• Complete miscellaneous duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Available to work Monday to Friday, 25 hours a week.
• Flexible to work between both departments, Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Relations, when needed.
• Must clock in and out through Kronos using the provided student desktop computer.

• Knowledge of modern office procedures - telephone communications, office systems, record keeping, filing systems, and strong typing skills.
• Ability to perform basic math and basic knowledge of statistical analysis, and knowledge of composition, grammar, and a variety of communication styles.
• Ability to communicate both simple and complex messages.
• Knowledge of both personal computers and Apple software, as well as strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite – Excel, Publisher, and Word)
• Knowledge and use of public relations and customer service, as well as the ability to negotiate with vendors and clients.
• Ability to focus on details and think creatively.

• Two years of office experience.
• Experience using two major computer applications, PC and Mac.
• Must be reliable, accurate, flexible, and work well both independently and as a team player.
• Experience in coordinating and planning activities.
• Must be a registered student at La Sierra University.

Wage Range: $16.90 – $17.30/hr