NorthWest Arkansas Community College
Administrative Analyst- Advancement
NorthWest Arkansas Community College, Benton, Arkansas, us, 72158
NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas.
As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.
NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.
The Administrative Analyst assists with general office duties of the NWACC Office of Advancement and the NWACC Foundation, including clerical support through general correspondence, donor database entry and reporting, maintaining receipting and records of financial transactions, serving as the primary front office contact, and other essential tasks as required. Works closely with the NWACC Foundation's Executive Director, Director of Finance & Operations, the Director of Development, and the Office of the NWACC President.
Essential Duties:
Serves as the first point of contact for the Office of Advancement and the NWACC Foundation, greeting visitors, managing donor inquiries, and handling communications with professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion. Oversees general office operations by maintaining supplies, files, calendars, correspondence, donor mailings, and coordinating technology or maintenance needs. Coordinates logistics for meetings and special events, including room reservations, catering, audiovisual needs, and provides support during occasional evening and weekend activities. Prepares and distributes materials for Foundation Board of Directors meetings, maintains official records, and ensures accurate, high-quality minutes are produced for Board and committee meetings. Provides administrative support to the Executive Director and Board by compiling data for decision-making and serving as liaison for RSVPs and information sharing. Supports financial operations by processing gifts, payments, receipts, and expense reports, while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality in all transactions. Manages donor gift processing by generating acknowledgments, pledge reminders, and communications, while maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the Raiser's Edge database. Develops and analyzes donor and campaign reports, including trend reports and performance data, to support the Advancement leadership team and the President. Implements donor stewardship initiatives by coordinating recognition efforts such as birthday, anniversary, retirement, and holiday communications. Provides comprehensive administrative and project support across Advancement staff to manage multiple priorities and enhance donor engagement and organizational effectiveness. Rate of pay: $17.34 per hour *Higher compensation may be considered based on qualifications directly related to position.
Completed applications received by 9/1/2025 will be assured full consideration. Late Applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in public administration, general business, or a related field Knowledge Skill and Abilities:
Knowledge of the organization and administration of various higher education academic and social programs. Knowledge of campus and community resources. Knowledge of state, federal, and campus rules, regulations, and requirements related to campus academic and social programs. Ability to coordinate the activities of campus academic and/or social programs. Ability to evaluate collected information and formulate into recommendations. Ability to compile information into report form.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is: Frequently: •Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding •Sitting •Standing •Walking Constantly: •Hearing •Repetitive motion •Talking
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and/or visual inspection at distances close to the eyes.
Environmental Conditions:
The following work environment characteristics are representative of those encountered by employees while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
The work environment typically consists of a professional office setting with a moderate noise level, including sounds from conversations, office equipment, and occasional movement of staff. Lighting is standard for office spaces, and the temperature is controlled to remain within a comfortable range. Employees may occasionally need to visit other areas, such as storage rooms, conference spaces, or outdoor locations, where environmental conditions may vary. Infrequently, exposure to louder noise levels or physical activities, such as moving lightweight materials, might be required.
NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.
As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.
NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.
The Administrative Analyst assists with general office duties of the NWACC Office of Advancement and the NWACC Foundation, including clerical support through general correspondence, donor database entry and reporting, maintaining receipting and records of financial transactions, serving as the primary front office contact, and other essential tasks as required. Works closely with the NWACC Foundation's Executive Director, Director of Finance & Operations, the Director of Development, and the Office of the NWACC President.
Essential Duties:
Serves as the first point of contact for the Office of Advancement and the NWACC Foundation, greeting visitors, managing donor inquiries, and handling communications with professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion. Oversees general office operations by maintaining supplies, files, calendars, correspondence, donor mailings, and coordinating technology or maintenance needs. Coordinates logistics for meetings and special events, including room reservations, catering, audiovisual needs, and provides support during occasional evening and weekend activities. Prepares and distributes materials for Foundation Board of Directors meetings, maintains official records, and ensures accurate, high-quality minutes are produced for Board and committee meetings. Provides administrative support to the Executive Director and Board by compiling data for decision-making and serving as liaison for RSVPs and information sharing. Supports financial operations by processing gifts, payments, receipts, and expense reports, while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality in all transactions. Manages donor gift processing by generating acknowledgments, pledge reminders, and communications, while maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the Raiser's Edge database. Develops and analyzes donor and campaign reports, including trend reports and performance data, to support the Advancement leadership team and the President. Implements donor stewardship initiatives by coordinating recognition efforts such as birthday, anniversary, retirement, and holiday communications. Provides comprehensive administrative and project support across Advancement staff to manage multiple priorities and enhance donor engagement and organizational effectiveness. Rate of pay: $17.34 per hour *Higher compensation may be considered based on qualifications directly related to position.
Completed applications received by 9/1/2025 will be assured full consideration. Late Applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in public administration, general business, or a related field Knowledge Skill and Abilities:
Knowledge of the organization and administration of various higher education academic and social programs. Knowledge of campus and community resources. Knowledge of state, federal, and campus rules, regulations, and requirements related to campus academic and social programs. Ability to coordinate the activities of campus academic and/or social programs. Ability to evaluate collected information and formulate into recommendations. Ability to compile information into report form.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is: Frequently: •Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding •Sitting •Standing •Walking Constantly: •Hearing •Repetitive motion •Talking
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and/or visual inspection at distances close to the eyes.
Environmental Conditions:
The following work environment characteristics are representative of those encountered by employees while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
The work environment typically consists of a professional office setting with a moderate noise level, including sounds from conversations, office equipment, and occasional movement of staff. Lighting is standard for office spaces, and the temperature is controlled to remain within a comfortable range. Employees may occasionally need to visit other areas, such as storage rooms, conference spaces, or outdoor locations, where environmental conditions may vary. Infrequently, exposure to louder noise levels or physical activities, such as moving lightweight materials, might be required.
NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.