Overview
Development Coordinator Jobs in Holderness, NH at Squam Lakes Natural Science Center
Employment Title: Development Coordinator
Employment Classification: Exempt
Employment Type: Full-time, year-round
Average Hours Worked: 40Weekly, 80 Bi-weekly, 2,080 Annually
Compensation: $45,000 to $50,000 Annual Salary, dependent upon experience
Paid Time Off: 12 holidays, 10 ten vacation days, 7 sick days, 2 personal days
Employer-sponsored Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, and 403(b)
Supplemental Benefits: An8-person SLNSC membership, retail, program, cruise discounts, training, and professional development support.
Application Process: To be considered for this role, qualified candidates must submit a current resume and a cover letter of interest to [email protected]. (Applicants that do not submit a cover letter with their resume will not be considered until a cover letter of interest is provided)
Position Summary & Purpose
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center (SLNSC), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, seeks a results-oriented Development Coordinator to join our development team. Reporting to the Development Director, this essential role manages and oversees the membership enrollment and renewal process, spearheads fundraising event management, and supports the development team.
A qualified Development Coordinator will be a polished professional capable of managing fundraising activities, membership recruitment, and retention efforts. This role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of new membership applications, managing all renewing memberships, maintaining accurate membership details in our two databases. This role is also the lead events facilitator, responsible for planning and executing our two significant fundraising events over the summer. Additional responsibilities include generating reports to track progress toward goals, and assisting in processing donations and donor acknowledgment letters as needed.
This full-time, year-round, in-person position requires occasional weekend and/or evening hours for special events. The Development Coordinator supports the Development Team’s strategic priorities to engage, cultivate, and steward donors and members. The role may require assisting with additional development and fund-raising-related projects as needed.
Role Responsibilities
Development
Enter donations into the tracking spreadsheet and maintain the donor database integrity
Update the database in coordination with the development team members
Process donation transactions and acknowledgment letters/postcards
Run development reports as needed/requested
Assist with the production of annual fund solicitations
Assist with management of upper-level donors (stewardship)
Membership
Manage membership program for thousands of households, businesses, and libraries
Answer telephones and handle membership requests over the phone
Interact with members in person, when members have inquiries or need assistance
Develop and implement acquisition, engagement, and retention strategies to meet budget goals
Process member applications and renewals, respond to inquiries, provide information to members
Manage member appeals and other related traditional and digital communications
Create and coordinate on-site special membership-related events
Enhance existing programs and member experiences to ensure members are satisfied
Maintain and update the membership databases in TAM and Little Green Light
Increase community access to the Science Center through oversight of free and low-cost programs
Analyze and evaluate membership program performance
Assist with front-line membership sales and service during periods of high attendance.
Events
Plan and execute two summer fundraising events in coordination with the Development Director and the Events Committee
Manage the vendor contracts, invoices, logistics, and event details
Develop and oversee the event budgets; food and beverage, tents, tables, décor, etc.
Assist with planning, managing, and executing stewardship events
Preparing and remitting invitations, letters, emails
Attend and interact with event participants; maintain guest lists and notes from events
Maintain data for stewardship and cultivation events; enter data into the fundraising database.
Education
A high school diploma or equivalency is required.
Associate or Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
Knowledge and Skills
Experience working with a non-profit is preferred, but not required.
Excellent administrative, organizational, communication, interpersonal, customer service skills.
Collaboration skills; capable of working effectively with various stakeholders.
Strong budgeting/cost-management skills and the ability to maximize impact on a limited budget.
Able to work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple projects, and deadlines.
Strong Microsoft Office skills required; advanced Excel experience preferred.
Proficiency with donor data management software programs, databases, and point-of-sale systems
Commitment to data integrity management and confidentiality of data.
Familiarity with the Little Green Light Donor Management System for Non-Profits would be helpful.
Knowledge of TAM (The Assistant Manager) point-of-sale system would be helpful.
Physical Requirements
Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally on the phone, in person, and online.
Sitting or standing: Remaining seated or standing for long periods.
Walking: Moving around the office to access files, printers, etc.
Using hands and fingers: Handling or feeling objects, keyboard, phone, and printer controls.
Operating a computer: Constantly using a computer and other office equipment.
Lifting or carrying: May need to lift up to 15-20 pounds; set up & break down special events.
Pushing, pulling, or reaching: Moving objects, pushing them away, reaching overhead.
We seek an enthusiastic individual ready to make a significant impact through their work as a Development Coordinator. We encourage you to apply if you are passionate about nonprofit work and possess the required skills.
Job Description disclosure:
The above job description is not all-inclusive. This role may be required to perform other reasonably related duties assigned by the supervising manager or director. Squam Lakes Natural Science Center reserves the right to update, revise, or change the job description whenever business needs deem necessary. Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). New Hampshire is an employment-at-will state.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) statement:
All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender, sexual preference, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability (physical or psychological), or any other protected classification under federal and state law. Our policy requires a completed employment application, reference, and background checks to be conducted on new employees before their first day of employment. Immigration verification is required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 – $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
403(b)
403(b) matching
Dental insurance
Dependent health insurance coverage
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Evenings as needed
Monday to Friday
Rotating weekends
Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Title: Development Coordinator
Company: Squam Lakes Natural Science Center
Location: Holderness, NH
