Job Description

The UW Combined Fund drive is seeking full-time temporary campaign assistants from early September through early December 2026.

The UW Combined Fund Drive (UWCFD) is a dynamic workplace giving program that empowers and engages employees to enrich our communities through philanthropy, education and volunteerism.

About this Opportunity

Campaign assistants make a positive impact in the community by developing and implementing strategies to maximize workplace giving, including developing fundraising strategies and supporting volunteers and cultivating relationships with employee donors in assigned areas of the UW community. The ability to effectively prioritize competing tasks, manage multiple projects and work collaboratively in a team environment as well as independently is key.

This is an opportunity to develop and hone skills in relationship building, advocacy, customer service, project management, public speaking and team building. You will also gain valuable contacts, community knowledge and be part of a positive and supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Director for Employee Social Impact Programs, this position is primarily responsible for supporting department campaign coordinators by:

• Providing excellent customer service to nonprofit organizations and employees who serve as volunteer campaign coordinators for their departments over the phone, in person and electronically
• Implementing workplace fundraising campaign strategies, including effectively engaging the UW community through in-person and online communications, social media and virtual connections
• Demonstrating excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with diverse individuals at all levels, both internally and externally
• Assisting with drafting, editing and sharing electronic communications in a variety of channels, including social media, blog and email
• Working collaboratively and respectfully as part of the campaign team and attending all assigned training sessions, meetings and events while executing campaign tasks, including:
  • Coordinating and supporting meetings, training, workshops and other speaking opportunities
  • Working with coordinators to run campaigns, including training, event planning, public speaking, coordination of small and large group presentations and team building
  • Representing the campaign at meetings and presentations to cultivate awareness, build relationships and promote positive interactions with program opportunities
• Completing on-site work duties that may include delivery of campaign collateral and planning or implementing campus-wide and departmental campaign events, including logistics and cash handling
  • Maintaining the integrity of department data and employee information in a confidential manner
  • Maintaining calendars, creating reports, performing data entry and assisting with mailings
  • Drafting documents, updating spreadsheets and performing data entry
• Analyzing the assigned department’s prior campaign efforts at the beginning and end of the campaign and maintaining a detailed account of all coordinator contact and activities throughout the campaign
• Traveling to University worksites to distribute program materials, facilitate events and conduct outreach as needed
• Performing other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.

High school graduation or equivalent

AND

Two years of clerical experience.

Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to organize and manage time while focusing on time-sensitive deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and willingness to take initiative
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and community while maintaining positive customer relationships
• Ability to pivot, think and plan creatively in response to external situations
• Excellent judgment and a high level of professionalism in handling sensitive information
• Self-directed with critical and innovative problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with digital meeting platforms, social media and Microsoft Office, including Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, Zoom and databases
• Fundraising, development or sales experience
• Ability to provide hands-on support to program volunteers

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or associate degree with work experience
• Experience fostering creativity and problem-solving
• Experience with workplace giving or nonprofit fundraising
• Appointment to this position is contingent upon obtaining satisfactory results from a criminal background check.
• This is a temporary position; duration will be approximately 3 to 4 months starting in early September
• Ability to efficiently and effectively transport materials and travel locally to University sites
• May be required to lift/move up to 25 pounds

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$21.70 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$26.84 hourly

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law