What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Assistant, Law School position at The George Washington University?
Posting Details
I. Job Overview
Job Description Summary:
Established in 1865, The George Washington University Law School is the oldest law school in Washington, DC. The school is accredited by the American Bar Association and is a charter member of the Association of American Law Schools. The law school is located on the GW campus in the downtown neighborhood familiarly known as Foggy Bottom.
The George Washington University Law School Development and Alumni Relations Department ( DAR ) is responsible for leading the school’s alumni and fundraising efforts and seeks to promote a culture of philanthropy throughout the university community, including alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff, corporations, foundations and other friends. Our goal is to advance GW’s mission of excellence in education, research and scholarship.
School-based development staff work in close collaboration with development staff across the DAR division to create and execute sustainable development programs that will broaden GW’s base of philanthropic support. The Law DAR office establishes the overarching fundraising strategy for the Law School and incorporates best practices in development, ensuring both consistency and high-quality standards in all university and School-based fundraising efforts.
This support position is responsible for providing programmatic and administrative support on various development activities. Core responsibilities include the tracking of engagement and fundraising metrics, the development of leadership briefings, event management, execution of gift acknowledgments, and travel reimbursements. This position also works to track activities related to fundraising programs and initiatives.
Primary Duties
Minimum Qualifications
Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/ GED plus 1.5 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
GW Staff Approach to Pay
How is pay for new employees determined at GW?
Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
II. JOB DETAILS
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: GW Law School (LAW)
Family Dev & Alumni Relations
Sub-Family Major Gifts
Stream Service and Support
Level Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status Hybrid
Telework: Yes
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions To Applicants
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: S013955
Job Open Date: 12/12/2025
Job Close Date
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
I. Job Overview
Job Description Summary:
Established in 1865, The George Washington University Law School is the oldest law school in Washington, DC. The school is accredited by the American Bar Association and is a charter member of the Association of American Law Schools. The law school is located on the GW campus in the downtown neighborhood familiarly known as Foggy Bottom.
The George Washington University Law School Development and Alumni Relations Department ( DAR ) is responsible for leading the school’s alumni and fundraising efforts and seeks to promote a culture of philanthropy throughout the university community, including alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff, corporations, foundations and other friends. Our goal is to advance GW’s mission of excellence in education, research and scholarship.
School-based development staff work in close collaboration with development staff across the DAR division to create and execute sustainable development programs that will broaden GW’s base of philanthropic support. The Law DAR office establishes the overarching fundraising strategy for the Law School and incorporates best practices in development, ensuring both consistency and high-quality standards in all university and School-based fundraising efforts.
This support position is responsible for providing programmatic and administrative support on various development activities. Core responsibilities include the tracking of engagement and fundraising metrics, the development of leadership briefings, event management, execution of gift acknowledgments, and travel reimbursements. This position also works to track activities related to fundraising programs and initiatives.
Primary Duties
- Provide support preparing donor correspondences and briefings for Law School and University leadership.
- Assist with the tracking of alumni and VIP prospect engagement, which includes working closely with the school’s major gifts team, constituent relations team, program directors, the career development office, and other units throughout the school.
- Run various reports, including the weekly donor report, and assist with the execution of corresponding gift acknowledgement letters.
- Assist the Law School advancement team with crowdfunding campaigns, to include liaising with the Central Office of Annual Giving to create and manage custom giving pages.
- Provide support to alumni engagement events, including Reunion Weekend, by running RSVP reports, name tag creation/management, maintaining vendor relationships and invoices, and other tasks necessary for successful alumni events.
- Managing PCard/Concur expense reporting for the members of the team as needed.
- Process gifts on behalf of the fundraising team and ensure accurate allocation to funds while maintaining donor confidentiality.
- Assist on a regular cadence with the updating of ‘alumni notes,’ which involves coordinating with the Law School Marketing & Communication team.
- Maintain meeting notes and minutes from various Law School board and council meetings throughout the year.
- Assist in the planning and execution of events as appropriate, which includes occasional evening and weekend work.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/ GED plus 1.5 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience working in an office environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work with diverse groups of people, from high-level donors to faculty to students.
- Capable of handling sensitive and confidential information.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on meeting deadlines.
- Strong computer skills, including Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suites and Excel, are desired.
- Experience with Advance or a donor database is a plus.
GW Staff Approach to Pay
How is pay for new employees determined at GW?
Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
II. JOB DETAILS
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: GW Law School (LAW)
Family Dev & Alumni Relations
Sub-Family Major Gifts
Stream Service and Support
Level Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status Hybrid
Telework: Yes
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions To Applicants
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: S013955
Job Open Date: 12/12/2025
Job Close Date
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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