Executive Administrative Assistant, Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement - Wittenberg University

Location: Springfield, OH Category: Support Staff Positions Job Type: Full\-time Non\-Exempt Posted On: Wed Apr 29 2026 Job Description:

Wittenberg is seeking an Executive Administrative Assistant for the office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement. This position provides direct administrative support to staff and serves as the initial point of contact for alumni and guests. This is a full\-time (working approximately 40 hours per week), non\-exempt position, reporting to the Vice President of Philanthropy and Engagement.

This position provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to the Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement and serves as a key liaison between the VP's office and internal and external constituents. This position exercises independent judgment, manages confidential information with discretion, and coordinates or supports a broad range of administrative, financial, and event\-related functions essential to the Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) division with key responsibilities including:

Executive and Administrative Support

• Manage the VP's calendar, including scheduling internal and external meetings, donor visits, Board\-related appointments, and institutional commitments in coordination with the President's office and other campus partners
• Provide daily operational briefings and updates to the VP, anticipating scheduling conflicts and flagging time\-sensitive matters
• Screen and direct phone calls, email, and visitors; serve as the primary point of contact for individuals seeking to meet with or communicate with the VP
• Draft, proofread, and prepare correspondence, including donor thank\-you and sympathy cards, general letters, and acknowledgments on behalf of the VP; order floral arrangements on behalf of the division, when appropriate
• Coordinate and manage all travel arrangements for the VP, including itineraries, hotel reservations, logistics, and expense reconciliation and reimbursement
• Prepare and distribute materials for department meetings; schedule division\-wide meetings in person and via virtually
• Maintain organized electronic and paper files; ensure accurate recordkeeping for the VP's office and the division
• Assist with the supervision of student workers supporting general advancement activities or special projects

Financial and Budget Administration

• Process and submit invoices, payment requests, and approvals to Accounts Payable; track recurring vendor invoices across both PAE and IT budget lines
• Monitor office supply inventory; manage ordering through the university's designated vendor accounts; manage the centralized vendor directory for the division
• Process and submit travel, mileage, and miscellaneous expense reimbursements for the VP
• Support budget tracking for the PAE operating budget, including monitoring expenditures and coordinating with Finance staff as needed

Board and Governance Support

• Coordinate the preparation, production, and distribution of Board of Directors meeting materials and Board books for the Philanthropy and Engagement Committee; liaise with the President's Office and Senior Staff on scheduling and materials
• As required, attend and take official minutes at Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) Board meetings; prepare minutes for approval
• Serve as a scheduling and logistical point of contact for Board\-related communications with the VP

Event Coordination and Logistics

• Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of PAE events, including Homecoming, Commencement, donor events, and other divisional programming, as appropriate
• Create name tags and registration lists for presidential events, regional events, and major campus gatherings organized by PAE
• Reserve and coordinate event spaces through the university's 25Live system
• Assist the Director of Stewardship and Donor Relations in the preparation of donor packages, materials, and promotional items for events and campus visits, as well as donation baskets and other items for approved community event requests
• Assist with the coordination of representation for presidential inaugurations at peer institutions, including identifying delegates, arranging logistics, and ordering

Data, Communications, and Constituent Relations

• Perform data entry of event attendance and other constituent information in Salesforce; assist with periodic data cleanup projects when needed
• Manage or assist with mail merges for special mailings, name tags, endowment reports, and similar projects
• Coordinate updates to departmental email lists and listservs via IT work tickets
• Maintain staff phone and birthday lists; support internal communications and divisional calendar coordination
• Write and send acknowledgment letters or cards and other donor recognition correspondence, as appropriate and in coordination with the director of stewardship
• Order and manage stationery inventory, including notecards, envelopes, letterhead, and special print items through University Communications

Office and Facilities Management

• Serve as building ambassador for the Bayley Alumni House; submit facilities work tickets for building maintenance and repairs
• Manage copy room supply inventory and coordinate paper replenishment with Facilities
• Answer and direct main phone lines for the division, including the VP's direct line and provide primary support of greeting guests visiting the Bayley Alumni House
• Coordinate new hire onboarding processes and materials for the division
• Generate IT Solutions work tickets and serve as a point of contact for technology\-related needs
• Manage the ordering and inventory of the Distinguished Teaching Award plaques and photographs

Job Requirements:

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum of four to six years of progressive experience in an administrative support role, preferably in higher education, nonprofit, or philanthropic and engagement settings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Acrobat Suite (creating and editing PDFs) and familiarity with virtual meeting platforms (Teams, Zoom)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to draft clear and professional correspondence
• Excellent customer service demonstrated by consistently delivering professional, responsive and detail\-oriented support to both internal and external constituents.
• Ability to build strong working relationships, staying adaptable in a fast\-paced environment, and proactively resolving issues inherent to supporting the PAE division.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and exercise sound judgment independently
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Experience with procurement, expense processing, and budget tracking

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM/donor database systems
• Familiarity with higher education advancement, alumni relations, or fundraising operations
• Experience supporting a senior executive or cabinet\-level leader
• Knowledge of event coordination and logistics management

Additional Information:

This position requires flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends for special events, including Homecoming, Commencement, giving days (Commit to Witt), and donor events. The position is primarily on\-site and requires consistent presence in the office to fulfill the responsibilities of building and phone coverage.Frequently remains stationary for more than 50% of the workday. Must be able to move throughout campus buildings for events and meetings. Ability to lift and carry items up to 30 lbs. for event setup and supply management.

Wittenberg is committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified individuals who collectively reflect the diversity of our student body and society at\-large. Please see our notice of nondiscrimination housed on our website.The successful candidate will demonstrate support for community and belonging as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.

Wittenberg University is committed to preventing and addressing sexual misconduct in our campus community. Click here to view our Title IX policies.

Employment at Wittenberg University is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job\-related), and/or credit history (when job related).

For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas. Wittenberg University participates in E\-Verify to confirm authorization to work in the U.S.