Job Description

How to Apply

You must apply through the UM Jobs website (umjobs.org/). In addition to your resume, please submit a cover letter not to exceed one page. In the body of your letter, please describe how the position fits with and advances your career goals. Your resume and cover letter will be a writing sample for the initial screening process. Please submit your cover letter and resume together as a single electronic document (a PDF is best, but there are other acceptable formats), as the system will accommodate only one attachment.

Note: Please be aware that you will receive communication from us at LSA Advancement about the status of your application within a week or so after the posting closes. We anticipate the following timeline (dates are subject to change): 

Application reviews: after posting closes through Nov. 7
Round 1 interviews will be by phone November 15 - 20
Round 2 interviews will be by Zoom in early December.

Salary and Work Location

The salary range for this position is the mid to upper 40s. 
Salary is determined by direct relevant experience and demonstrated past performance results while ensuring equity on our team.

Our office is located at 309 Maynard Street in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This position is required to be in the office at least two days a week. Specific days in the office will be determined with your manager.

Job Summary

Who we are

LSA Advancement champions the liberal arts at the University of Michigan by creating access and opportunities for learning, engagement, and giving that will improve the world. We are an office of more than 80 professionals building a positive work environment that supports the excellence and transformative power of the college's liberal arts mission through values-based fundraising, marketing, and communications.  To learn more about what we do, our culture (including our practice of positive organizational scholarship), and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, visit our Join Our Team Website.

The Administrative Partner team serves as the foundation in supporting all of LSA Advancement. We proactively provide administrative support, find creative solutions to maximize operational efficiency and further LSA Advancement's mission of championing the liberal arts.

Who you are

Do you value collaboration and enjoy the camaraderie of working on a team? Are you curious and committed to lifelong learning, with an interest in exploring the world of philanthropy? Do you have a passion for organizing things? Are you meticulous and detail-oriented? Are you a proactive self-starter with excellent follow-through skills?

We are looking for someone to join our team who is genuine, values high-quality relationships, embraces feedback, and takes pride in providing exemplary service. If this sounds like you, read on!

What you'll do

We have a unique structure for our administrative partner (AP) team. When you join Advancement, you'll be part of the AP team to share the workload of support for the entire Advancement office.  You'll also have the opportunity to participate in special projects, department events, and professional development as an AP.

You'll provide administrative support by processing financial transactions, managing calendars, booking meetings and travel, proofreading letters, mailing, and printing.

Our AP team works together to ensure the office runs smoothly, this includes responding to requests through our ticketing system. Tasks may include troubleshooting simple technology or facilities questions, as well as other administrative needs.

You'll report directly to the Administrative Manager and receive additional direction from the manager(s) of the teams you support.

A full job description can be found here.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

In addition, LSA offers:

Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care ? that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.

You can see a summary of the benefits you will be eligible to receive here.

Required Qualifications*

Modes of Work

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.

Additional Information

Individuals who are women, LGBTQIA+, Black, Indigenous, people of color, disabled, or veterans are encouraged to apply. 

As one of the world?s great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.

To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion in LSA, please visit lsa.umich.edu/lsa/dei.

To learn more about LSA?s Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision.

Work Authorization: 
Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment, and applicants for this position will not be sponsored for work visas.

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 seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth 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.

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