Facility
Not specified.
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
This position is responsible for entering and maintaining data in the donor database system. In addition to daily tasks and general administrative duties associated with the Development department.
Our comprehensive compensation package includes Medical/Dental/Vision, Employee Assistance Program, 401k, 10 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick and Paid Vacation time on an accrued basis. The minimum pay for this position is $18.66/hr. Offers will be based on the successful candidate’s experience.
Essential Functions
Manages computerized records of all Zoo donors, Patrons and members, ensuring accurate information with minimal redundancy. Produces donor lists and reports as needed.
Receives charitable donations for the Zoo and records in the donor database on a daily basis, assuring proper credit is given to the donor and codes and dates are accurate.
Make address changes from gift documentation and note any special information the donor wishes to appear in the final document.
Responsible for timely department correspondence, including letters to donors for all monetary and in-kind donations.
Provides excellent customer service to current and prospective donors and members by assisting with requests, answering questions, and coordinating meetings and tours.
Attends community events to promote the Zoo and assists in the coordination of fundraising events during regular working hours and after hours when needed.
Assists Development staff with calendaring as needed, especially meetings between multiple parties in person and electronic.
Assists Development staff with research, reporting, proposals and applications.
Coordinates all mass donor mailings.
Performs general administrative tasks and other projects as assigned.
Education and Pre-requisites
Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements
College coursework or vocational training in Business Administration, Marketing or related field preferred.
Minimum two years of donor administrative and/or database experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite is required.
Proficiency with Raiser Edge or other fundraising database preferred.
Valid California drivers license and a clean driving record.
Excellent written and verbal English communications skills required. Bilingual (Spanish or Hmong) communication skills a plus.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize work flow and deadlines.
Ability to work evenings, weekdays, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Physical Requirements
These are physical and mental requirements of the position as it is typically performed. Inability to meet one or more of these physical or mental requirements will not automatically disqualify a candidate or employee from the position. Upon request for a reasonable accommodation, the Zoo may be able to adjust or excuse one or more of these requirements, depending on the requirement, the essential functions to which it relates, and the proposed accommodation.
Close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading.
Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication (in person and via telephone), at normal speaking levels with or without correction.
Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. The employee must convey detailed or important spoken information to others in small and large group settings.
Hand and finger dexterity sufficient for typing and other administrative tasks.
The employee is regularly required to lift and/or carry up to 5 pounds, and occasionally up to 25 pounds
Work Environment
This position regularly works with others including Zoo executives and employees, Zoo guests and community members, media and government officials.
The position primarily functions indoors, with frequent exposure to outdoor Zoo environments and external events.
Occasional local travel and out-of-town travel required.
Compensation and benefits
Not specified.
Application instructions
Please apply online with your resume: