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Administrative Specialist Alumni Relations

George Mason University

Fairfax, Virginia

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Alumni Relations, Background Investigation, Calendar Management, Car Rentals, Catering Services, Conference Management, Conferences, Corporate Planning, Diversity, Donor Relations, Establish Priorities, Event Management, Expense Reports, Follow Through, Fundraising, Information Technology & Information Systems, Inventory Management, Mail Processing, Meeting Minutes, Microsoft PowerPoint, Plan Meetings, Prepare Correspondence, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Tracking, Reconciliation, Reimbursement, Research Skills, Stewardship, Support Documentation, Systems Administration/Management, Telephone Skills, Training/Teaching, Travel Planning
LOCATION
Fairfax, Virginia
POSTED
3 days ago
Department: Central Reserves

Classification: GMU Worker

Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage

Job Type: Part-Time

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible

Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Department:

The Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations division is a comprehensive development and alumni relations enterprise with a staff complement of approximately 135 FTE. Functional units within Advancement include development/fundraising, alumni relations, donor relations and stewardship, advancement communications, special events, gift processing, research, prospect management, gift planning, corporate and foundation relations, information systems and management, and infrastructure services.

Advancement and Alumni Relations' mission is to build strong, lifelong relationships with George Mason University's alumni and constituents, while matching their philanthropic interests with the university's aspirations and priorities. The division is committed to serving the needs of the university, our alumni, and the greater community by providing access to quality education and lifelong learning. Respect, service, integrity, collaboration, diversity, transparency, and creativity are the values that guide our work and culture.

About the Position:

This position has the primary responsibility to provide administrative support to the AVP of Alumni Relations, as well as the Alumni Relations team and the George Mason University Alumni Association. The Administrative Specialist is responsible for scheduling, conducting research, preparing agendas, handling information requests, and performing clerical functions such as preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, answering and directing phone calls, distributing communications, arranging conference calls, making travel arrangements, and preparing reimbursements.

Responsibilities:
  • Serves as the primary administrative support for the Alumni Relations team, including supporting the Associate Vice President and team members: Manages multiple complex calendars and time commitments and prioritize in alignment with AVP goals and strategies;
  • Prepares team for upcoming engagements by organizing a daily agenda, follow-up, and action items;
  • Briefs the Associate Vice President and Alumni Relations team regularly on inquiries and issues;
  • Coordinates appointments and meetings with alumni, direct reports, donors, trustees, faculty, and others both inside and outside the University community;
  • Conrms meeting times and participation daily;
  • Arranges meetings, coordinating space, equipment, catering, and room setup according to program/meeting requirements;
  • Attends meetings with the AVP and Alumni Relations team to collect meeting notes as needed;
  • Proactively initiates outreach for and prepares meeting materials and prep documents;
  • Coordinates and arranges event registration and travel details, including flights, trains, hotels, registration, and car rentals;
  • Coordinates payment of flights with the operations team (state funds);
  • Completes and confirms conference registration and travel arrangements before travel;
  • Prepares detailed briefing for conferences and regional tour travel detailing travel arrangements, speaking engagements, and conference schedules;
  • Files, prepares, and processes reconciliations, expense reports, and reimbursements;
  • Maintains gift inventory and prepare swag-/gift boxes, as instructed;
  • Prepares outgoing mail, orders, and assists in maintaining the Associate Vice President's office supply inventory;
  • Prepares correspondence, reports, forms, PowerPoint and presentation slide decks, and other documents in support or requested of the Alumni Relations team or the Associate Vice President's activities or as directed by the Associate Vice President;
  • Logistical Support for the George Mason University Alumni Association: Provides scheduling support for Alumni Association meetings, assist with the preparation of orientation materials as needed in accordance with by-laws;
  • Prepares action items and ensure follow-through from meetings;
  • Provides assistance, as requested, for on-site events;
  • Project Management: Supports the Alumni Relations team with project management and tracking of initiatives;
  • Assists in pre

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