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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter must include examples of how your past experience is applicable to this position. 

Job Summary

The VC University Advancement Office at the University of Michigan -Flint is seeking a highly motivated, self-starter to assist with daily administrative tasks in the office.

The Office Assistant (Student/Work Study) in the University Advancement Office provides clerical, organizational, and administrative support to the team. This role is designed for students enrolled in a work-study program and offers hands-on experience in university operations related to alumni relations, fundraising, communications, and event planning. The position will allow the student to contribute to the office's efforts to strengthen relationships with donors, alumni, and other key stakeholders.

The hired individual is expected to:
Arrive on time and follow established office dress code
Adhere to all safety regulations, confidentiality and social media policies

Responsibilities*

University Advancement is looking for a student to fulfill the role of Office Assistant. Duties for this position will include but are not limited to the following:

Assisting mail and package carriersSorting and routing incoming and outgoing mail, packages, etc.Prepare conference rooms for set up/take down of meetingsDatabase research/data entrySupport department social media outlets, as requestedContribute to unit websites and intranetProofreading and editing documentsOffice supply/kitchen organization and inventoryPerform office duties including: copying, scanning, faxing documentsPerform filing tasks (paper and electronic)Assist with special events (may include occasional evening hours)Assist with taking event reservations and maintaining a reservation listAssist with mailing projectsRunning campus errandsProvide general correspondence as requestedOther tasks as assigned

 Required Qualifications*Must be current UM-Flint student with work study funding for Summer 2025 as well as 2025-2026 academic yearMust submit resume and available times to workStudent should be available to work 15-20 hours a week depending on workloadExcellent interpersonal skills with strong oral and written communication abilitiesExcellent organizational skills with strong attention to detailExcellent computer skills
 

 

Modes of Work

Onsite
The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence.  Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
 

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.