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Students Today Alumni Tomorrow ( STAT ) is seeking enthusiastic and motivated students to join our program. As a STAT Ambassador, you will play a crucial role in connecting with alumni, parents, and friends of the institution. Join STAT and help increase engagement, scholarship funding, program and activities budgets, and campus services for every student!This part-time student employment opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact while you build your skills in sales, communication, fundraising, technology, and relationship management while reaching out to supporters of the University. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for students who want to make a difference and can give you a head start in virtually any career.Shift times are Monday-Thursday 5:30-8:30 PM, Friday 2-5 PM, and Sunday 2-5 PM. There is an opportunity to continue into future terms. All class years are encouraged to apply!Core DutiesFacilitate and maintain positive relationships between the University and its community members (alumni, friends, and parents)Communicate with prospective donors through multiple channels of engagement in a professional and positive mannerCreate video, email, and text content to send to donorsRaise funds that support scholarships, academic programs, research projects, and other philanthropic effortsFollow all fundraising, privacy, and telecommunications laws related to their workCollaborate with team members to achieve individual and team fundraising goalsAttend relevant student activities and assist University Relations staff as neededAttend regular training sessions to enhance communication and fundraising skillsOther relevant duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsComfortable speaking to people on the phoneDetail-oriented with organizational skillsEnthusiastic, respectful, and reliableStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with a diverse range of individualsSelf-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a teamOpen to giving and receiving feedbackAble to handle personal information with extreme sensitivity and confidentialityAvailable to work two of the scheduled shifts listed abovePreferred QualificationsFamiliarity with University of Portland and its philanthropic initiatives is a plusPreferences will be given to students with Federal Work Study in their Financial Aid packagePhysical RequirementsSitting for approximately 3 hoursOccasionally lifting things around the houseAbility to navigate campus grounds for events and activities, either on foot, with the use of a wheelchair, or other mobility device.Posting Number SE1085-2023Number of Vacancies 10Estimated Start Date 09/01/2026Open Date 08/04/2026Close Date 11/01/2026Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Why are you interested in this position at the University of Portland? (Open Ended Question)* This role involves interacting with alumni, parents, and guests at events and over the phone. How do you approach meeting new people or starting conversations with those you don't know? (Open Ended Question)Required DocumentsResumeOptional DocumentsCover LetterLetter of RecommendationContactUniversity of Portland5000 N. Willamette BlvdPortland, Oregon97203-5798503.943.8484recruitment@up.edu#J-18808-Ljbffr