Foundation Office Assistant

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Job Description

Job Summary:

 

Foundation Office Assistant

Primary responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, clerical and reception work along with the general upkeep of the Foundations database system. This position includes routine clerical support, such as preparing correspondence, forms, reports and other materials as assigned along with tasks such as general office duties, receiving and routing correspondence, phone calls, messages and visitors. This position will be the primary support for the Foundation Office Assistant.

 

  • Clerical and Administrative Support including answering phones, taking messages, managing mail and correspondence, filing documents and data entry.
  • Support overall management of the database including updating constituent information, importation of grad lists, creating new records and data upkeep in Raisers Edge.
  • Generate reports and materials needed in a timely manner when requested.
  • Assisting other team members with various tasks and projects, as needed.
  • Assist with providing addresses and contact information to the athletic departments/coaches/staff.
  • Help with the organization and planning of office events and Foundation and Alumni Relations events and campaigns, such as, Phonathon, Magazine Publications, GivingDay, Black and Gold Events, direct mailings, etc.
  • Assist the Foundation Office Assistant, with assigned duties and tasks.
  • Present a positive and professional attitude to internal and external public.

Required Qualifications:

Graduation from High School or educational equivalent and related experience

About Us:

Wayne State College serves as a model of success for regional public higher education. Investments in infrastructure and facilities, expanded academic programs and partnerships, a whole-campus approach to recruitment and retention, and a commitment to strategic planning position the College as a strong member of the Nebraska State College System. More than 4,500 students rely on Wayne State for access to graduate and undergraduate degree programs in more than 130 programs of study each year, a role the College has proudly filled since its founding in 1891. Our goals are clear: continually improve retention and graduation rates, provide high-quality academic programs and campus facilities, support workforce and economic development in the region, maintain affordability and access, and manage resources for sustainability. We invite qualified applicants to join us in our important work.

Information at a Glance
Req Id:  669
Org Unit:  Wayne State Foundation WSC
Application Review Date:  7/23/25
Open Until Filled:  Yes
Union:  Non-Union
Job Location:  Wayne, NE 68787
Advertised Salary:  Minimum Annual Salary is $40,000.
Job Type:  Full-Time
Benefits Eligible:  Yes
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:  hr@wsc.edu
Special Instructions to Applicant:  In addition to your resume, please attach a cover letter via other documents.

The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges' non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website.

Posting Start Date:  7/23/25