Are you a high-performer who wants to contribute to a mission-driven and values-based organization? If you are motivated by doing impactful work and making a difference in people’s lives, then the Indiana University Foundation (IUF) is the place for you. At the IUF, we believe in making the dream of higher education attainable, providing support for life-changing research, and preparing the next generation of leaders.    

As a trailblazer among our peers, we provide fundraising leadership and endowment stewardship to support needs and initiatives across all of Indiana University’s campuses. As part of our team, you will help make IU donor’s dreams last forever.   

At the IUF we work hard, celebrate achievements, and foster an environment where everyone’s contributions matter. We are nimble and innovative, and we want you to bring your ideas and energy to join forces with some of the best talent in our industry.  

In addition to being part of a meaningful mission as an IUF employee, you’ll find there are many ways to connect and collaborate. Our diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives ensure that our colleagues are celebrated for who they are and have a voice. Our FUNdation (see what we did there?) committee helps us connect and unwind with food truck lunches, holiday gatherings, costume contests, free snacks, IU spirit-wear Fridays, and spontaneous gestures that surprise and delight. Our Wellness Committee ensures that the health and well-being of our employees is top of mind, offering yoga, a lunchtime walking group, meditation breaks, the Headspace app, and topical workshops. We encourage community leadership and service and make space for our staff to pursue their passions. Our total rewards philosophy ensures that we support employees financially, emotionally, and in their career growth.  

 
About the IU Student Foundation
The IU Student Foundation is the student arm of the IU Foundation. Founded in 1950, the department provides leadership opportunities for undergraduate students on the Bloomington campus that are educational, philanthropic, and fun. The flagship event is the Little 500 bicycle race held annually. The department is comprised of four staff members, 400 student cyclists, and over 150-member volunteer students. The students are led by two student leadership groups: the Steering Committee, a group of selected seniors charged with overseeing IUSF General Members, and the Riders Council, both juniors and seniors who lead the Little 500 rider community through instructional events, rides, and social activities.

The compensation range for the position is approximately $50,000-$59,000 annually. It is an on-site position in Bloomington, Indiana, with regular nights & weekends to meet the needs of the student population and supporting team.

The Indiana University Foundation is seeking an Assistant Director in charge of Little 500 races for the IU Student Foundation.  Reporting to the Associate Director of the IU Student Foundation, this position is responsible for the full coordination of various Student Foundation sponsored events and committees including the Little 500 race. The selected candidate will be functioning as a mentor and advisor for the IUSF "Riders Council", evaluating student leadership abilities, guiding students in the coordination of events and programs, interacting with alumni, fostering inclusion in IU rider community, and working with the IUSF staff to facilitate the daily operation of the IU Student Foundation.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of student activities/programming and demonstrated experience mentoring students in leadership roles, with a preference for a background in student development.
• Must be able to exercise good judgment in the handling of confidential personal information and sensitive issues and situations.
• Demonstrated ability to use current word processing, spreadsheet and database software used by the department.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of student activities/programming and demonstrated ability to mentor students in leadership roles.
• Knowledge and/or experience with the Little 500 or similar large-scale student events is strongly preferred.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree is required
• 2-3 years event coordination, leadership, sponsorship acquisition, alumni and community outreach, student engagement or related experience

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. The anticipated start date is early to mid December. A cover letter is recommended for your application to be considered.

The IUF is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and professional work environment that is free of Discrimination and Harassment. The IUF will not tolerate any form of Discrimination or Harassment based on the Individual’s race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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