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Membership Services Assistant
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Job ID 73848
Job Funding Source Work-Study, Non-Work-Study
Employer Michigan Radio
Category Office
Job Description

Member Support Assistant

Location: Michigan Public, Argus Building, 535 W William Street, Ann Arbor, Ml Hours: Approximately 10-15 hours per week, flexible during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm)

About Michigan Public

Michigan Public is the premier public radio station serving over 80% of listeners in Michigan. We provide trusted national and international programming from NPR and other partners, and are the state's leading source of reliable local news and information.

Position Overview

The Member Support Assistant will support Michigan Public1s donor and listener relations efforts by responding to inquiries from members and listeners. This student position offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in customer service and operations within a non-profit organization with a public service mission.

Key Responsibilities

Respond to member and listener inquiries via email, phone, and voicemail

Enter and update data in the customer relationship management (CRM) system

Provide accurate information about membership status, member benefits, and thank-you gifts (premiums)

Receive listener feedback and questions about Michigan Public programming and route to appropriate staff for further assistance

Assist with special projects as assigned

Qualifications

Strong organizational and communication skills

 

Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow both written and verbal instructions

Dependable, professional, and self-motivated

Demonstrated customer service skills and a friendly, helpful demeanor

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite

Ability to work with diverse groups of faculty, staff, and students

Previous office, receptionist, or customer service experience is a plus.

 

 

Educational Value

Educational Value

This position offers meaningful learning opportunities, including:

Hands-on customer service and communication experience

Training in CRM (customer relationship management) database software

Strengthening written and verbal communication skills

Practical use of Google Suite and Microsoft Office

Practical experience in nonprofit operations and service of the public interest

Job Requirements

Qualifications

Strong organizational and communication skills

 

Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow both written and verbal instructions

Dependable, professional, and self-motivated

Demonstrated customer service skills and a friendly, helpful demeanor

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite

Ability to work with diverse groups of faculty, staff, and students

Previous office, receptionist, or customer service experience is a plus

 

 

How To Apply

 

Send your resume and cover letter to Colleen Sibthorp at cmsib@umich.edu. Be sure to include Member Support Assistant in the subject line.

U-M EEO Statement

 

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

 

Hourly Rate $15.00/hour
Hours 10.0 to 15.0 hours per week
Time Frame Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer
Start Date ASAP
End Date Thursday, December 31, 2026
Primary Contact Cynthia M Payne
Primary Contact's Email cmsib@umich.edu
Supervisor Colleen Sibthorp
Work Location Onsite Michigan Public 535 W. William St., Suite 110 Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Phone N/A
Fax N/A