Development Assistant, Penn State Berks

Job Title

Development Assistant – Supporting Penn State Berks

• Prepare, provide, and review various reports for Gift Officers and Directors of Development
• Support donor tracking and participation, ensuring database record management
• Articulate Penn State’s needs, ambitions, and values through excellent informal and formal communications
• Receive, process, and deposit gift receipts, and communicate with stewardship coordinators to track dollars and stewardship activities
• Collaborate with the head of the assigned unit, development and alumni staff, committee volunteers, and other partners to maximize fundraising efforts and success
• Assist in the development of prospect strategies
• Respond to requests for information as needed
• Support annual fundraising goals and unit functions, including planning support
• Provide administrative support for development staff travel, ensuring pre‑travel materials and post‑travel follow‑ups
• Coordinate outreach and special events
• Coordinate and manage the annual giving campaign
• Create and prepare data and reports
• Develop and distribute development marketing and promotional materials such as newsletters
• Participate in the management of portfolios of major gift prospects, updating and maintaining donor and alumni records
• Perform other administrative tasks such as updating schedules and calendars and overseeing equipment and office supply purchases

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (SharePoint, Teams, and Office Suite)
• Experience with fundraising CRM platforms is a plus
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for all students and colleagues
• Demonstrated emotional intelligence, with strong problem‑solving and analytical reasoning skills
• Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Proven ability to self‑motivate and work both independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored

• General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS)
• 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• Required
  
  Certifications:
  
  None

Salary range: $40,608.00 – $58,836.00 (all possible grades). Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; robust retirement plans; substantial paid time off (holidays, vacation, sick time); and a 75% tuition discount available to employees and eligible spouses and children.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We embrace individual uniqueness and a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive.