Job Information
University of Utah Donor Services Assistant – 30 Hour Position with Benefits in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 05/16/2024
Requisition Number PRN38563B
Job Title Program Assistant
Working Title Donor Services Assistant – 30 Hour Position with Benefits
Job Grade C
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 30 Hours per week
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Typical hours within the period Monday-Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm. This is primarily an in-office position, with the possibility of occasional hybrid/remote work.
VP Area President
Department 00334 - PBS Utah
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $16.00 to $17.50
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
PBS Utah is seeking a 30 hour per week Donor Services Assistant to join our team. This benefited position will serve as a primary point of contact for station donors and viewers. The position responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing excellent customer service to viewers inquiring about programming and donors with questions about their membership, processing donations, providing technical support for PBS Utah Passport streaming service and other methods of program distribution, utilizing a database to access and update member accounts, entering donations and pulling reports. Assist in promptly responding to phone calls, emails and incoming and outgoing postal mailings to members. May assist with additional fundraising activities.
PBS UTAH’s produces and distributes exceptional content that entertains, informs, and enriches viewers. PBS Utah stands as one of the premier public television stations in the country. We are dedicated to serving the entire Utah community through high-quality and award-winning local productions, K-12 educational programs, and community engagement. PBS Utah provides Utah and the surrounding areas with relevant and compelling programming and services while upholding our core values of Innovation, Inclusion, Education, Independence, and Integrity. (https://www.pbsutah.org/about/)
The ideal candidate should align with the core values of PBS Utah and possess an understanding of the diverse perspectives and experiences within our community, enhancing mutual understanding and collaboration.
Options for occasional hybrid/remote work are possible with this position.
Responsibilities
Provide excellent customer service to PBS Utah viewers and members via phone calls, email, direct mail and in-person communications
Work closely with station staff to answer inquiries about programming and troubleshoot reception and/or technical issues
Provide support and assistance to the PBS Utah Donor Services office by processing, and updating member donations and records
Work closely with the PBS Utah and KUER’s development team to handle other responsibilities within the Donor Services department
May maintain monthly viewer services log and be knowledgeable about PBS Utah programs and schedule
Be prompt and consistent with attendance, punctuality, and assignment completion
Follow all University of Utah charitable guidelines to ensure proper handling of donors, data integrity, and PCI Compliance
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree in a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), plus two years of related experience required; ability to use logic and reasoning to prioritize tasks; computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet software, and/or database software preferred; demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills also required.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field may be preferred.
Department Specific Qualifications:
Word processing, data entry, and/or customer service experience.
Experience with Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel
Efficient typing skills and speed (45+ WPM ).
High level of professional courtesy and communication skills
Ability to use time and resources effectively and efficiently.
Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Lifting up to 30lbs, carting up to 200 lbs.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Professional experience related to database management and customer service
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
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 (801) 581-7447 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 (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 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 patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. 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.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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