Gift Processor and Database Specialist

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Type of Position:
Staff - Accounting, Finance, Business

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:
Regular


Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:
Gift Services

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
The Gift Processor and Database Specialist serves as a member and strategic partner of the Advancement team and is responsible for strategic work that involves daily recording and processing of gifts received to both the University of Arkansas and to the University of Arkansas Foundation ledgers. In addition, the Gift Processor and Database Specialist verifies and updates biographical information in a database system.
Working collaboratively across the division, campus, and beyond, Gift Processor and Database Specialist maintains collegial relationships to seamlessly assist both donors and campus partners record and understand their gift transactions.
Reporting directly to the Assistant Director, Gift Administration, the Gift Processor and Database Specialist embodies the competencies and values of Advancement: Integrity, Service, Leadership, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Continuous Improvement.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, general business, finance, or a related field

• At least two years of administrative support, customer service, data entry or related experience

Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications.

• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Excel and Word

• Highly detail-oriented

Preferred Qualification:

• Three or more years of administrative or related experience

• Experience working with constituent relationship management (CRM) software

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Acrobat

• Experience in verifying, updating and reviewing database entries

• Basic knowledge and understanding of accounting principles

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong organizational & time management skills

• Analytical & problem solving skills

• Basic typing skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Ability to be punctual and dependable

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$37,802

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Marweta Haegele, HRP Advancement
[email protected]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A

Benefits Eligible:
Yes