he Advancement Administrative Officer, Annual Giving Team provides high-level administrative and logistical support to ensure the smooth operation of donor engagement, financial processes, and office management. This position plays a vital role in supporting Annual Giving’s team fundraising efforts, which focus on mass solicitations, campus area fundraising support, crowdfunding, leadership annual giving and parent giving solicitations, and solicitations via the phone program to advance the University of Utah. The role manages key administrative functions, coordinates project logistics, and handles in-person needs such as check deposits, campus errands, and meeting preparations.

University Advancement is a rewarding place to work for those motivated to make a lasting impact. The ideal candidate is highly organized, a proactive problem-solver, and has a strong understanding of university operations. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to anticipate and resolve challenges independently. A high level of customer service is essential, as the position regularly interacts with internal teams, various campus partners, and potentially donors.

This position reports directly to the Senior Director of Annual Giving, providing essential operational support to ensure the team’s fundraising efforts run smoothly, while also maintaining a dotted-line reporting relationship to the University Advancement Director of Administration to ensure consistency in administrative processes, budget management, and logistical coordination across University Advancement.

This role directly contributes to University Advancement’s mission to generate engagement and philanthropic support to advance the University of Utah’s priorities. As part of a division striving to be a top 10 public advancement organization by 2028, we value belonging , collaboration , empowerment , and integrity in all that we do.