Job Details

Temporary Advancement Assistant, College of Arts and Sciences, Graduate School and Libraries

Position Number: 7134780
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Development and Fund Raising

Temporary Advancement Assistant, College of Arts and Sciences, Graduate School and Libraries

Requisition Number: 71873
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Temporary Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 17-May-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

Advancement at CU Boulder encourages applications for a Temporary Advancement Assistant! This position plays a critical role in supporting initiatives for the College of Arts and Sciences, Graduate School and Libraries and provides operational, programmatic and administrative support to the Advancement team. Under the guidance of the Senior Director of Development, this position provides administration support for a high-performing, collaborative fundraising team and will work on many projects and tasks.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

CU Boulder Advancement is committed to a culture of joy, motivated by collaboration, passionate about excellence and driven by impact. These four values define the culture and drive engagement and fundraising success.
We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone matters and all can thrive. This dedication is rooted in our core values and our mission to drive impactful fundraising and engagement. Our team actively engages in learning, reflection, and the transformation of systems, policies, and practices that perpetuate oppressive ideologies-including racism, sexism, ableism, and heterosexism. We recognize our responsibility to lead by example in building a supportive and inclusive culture for both internal colleagues and external partners. We hold ourselves accountable through individual and divisional goals that continuously assess our progress, growth, and outcomes-ensuring alignment with our mission and values every step of the way.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Administrative Support

Provide direct administrative support to the Senior Director of Development and their development team, including assisting with calendaring, scheduling, creating biographies, reports, and documents.
Coordinate the inventory ordering and tracking for branded event materials and assist with event planning tasks such as venue searches/reservations, vendor inquiries/ordering, nametag printing, calendar updates, and other logistical needs.
Prepare and distribute communications across print and digital channels, including drafting thank you notes, memos, and invitations, and managing mail merge, label printing, and physical mailings.
Serve as a resource to the donor relations and alumni engagement team and various internal and external constituents. Research and capture information on various topics as necessary and expedite the flow of information to staff.
Support the planning and execution of special projects and donor-centered salon events aligned with fundraising priorities.

Communication Support

Assist with growing awareness of engagement activities among College of Arts and Sciences faculty/staff, advancement colleagues, alumni, and students as appropriate.
Receive and respond to donor and internal partners' inquiries.
Assist with the execution of physical mailings by curating the distribution list, ordering necessary supplies, and coordinating the send.

Office Management

Manage incoming communications and route to appropriate team members. Work as part of a team to collaborate closely with academic departments and leaders, responding to emails and messages from faculty and staff across campus.
Support the advancement team with upcoming campus relocation to Old Main.

What You Should Know

This is a temporary, part-time (20 hours per week) position anticipated to last 5 months.
This position has the ability to work a hybrid schedule with some days on campus and some days remote.

What We Can Offer

The pay range for this position is $27 per hour.

Benefits

Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave.

Be Statements

Be authentic. Be effective. Be Boulder.

What We Require

A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience may substitute for the degree on a year for year basis.
1+ years of direct work experience.

What You Will Need

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in completing tasks.
Strong customer service skills.
Experience with Concur travel booking and reconciliation reports.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain professional working relationships with peers and donors.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by May 17, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Temporary-Advancement-Assistant-College-of-Arts-and-Sciences-Graduate-School-and-Libraries/71873