Development Assistant

Location

Saint Paul, MN | United States

Job description

Development Assistant

Northern Star Scouting seeks a Development Assistant to provide administrative support to the council's Assistant Director of Development and other staff members. You will interact frequently with donors, volunteers, and staff members. The position is based at Base Camp on the Fort Snelling campus near the MSP Airport.

This is a full-time, nonexempt position with a starting annual pay range of $40,000 - $43,000, DOQ. Your work schedule will be Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm. You will receive skills development, training, free parking, great co-workers, sit-stand desk, and the satisfaction of making a difference in the lives of youth in our communities!

You are eligible for our generous benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision; company paid life insurance, salary continuance, and long-term disability, and retirement plan with match. You will also receive PTO, paid time off (equivalent of 16 days annually for new hires) and 11 annual holidays.

Responsibilities

• Primary support to the annual fundraising campaign, workplace giving processing, golf tournament and donor stewardship communications.
• Use of prospect/donor database systems, preparation of thank you letters, pledge reminders, campaign reports, conducting prospect/donor research.
• Regular scheduling of volunteer meetings and responding to questions from volunteers and staff.
• Processing large mailings, writing solicitations, proofreading/editing, word processing, and other administrative work.
• The assistant attends occasional events and meetings outside of the regular work schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Administrative Assistant experience: minimum of four+ years or equivalent preferred.
• Strong written/verbal communications, must maintain confidentiality, and be dependable.
• Able to multi-task, prioritize, and focus on details in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical requirements include keyboarding, sit for long periods, lift up to 25 lbs., type 50 wpm.
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook required.
• Preferred software skills include PowerPoint, Access, and Publisher.

Applicants from diverse backgrounds and/or have multilingual skills are encouraged to apply!

Northern Star Scouting is an Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly Employer

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Salary

$40k - $43k