Development Coordinator

About the Position:

The Development Coordinator provides administrative support to the Development Department and is also responsible for serving as a backup receptionist for the main Temple line.

Job Responsibilities:

• Generate and mail all invitations, solicitation, Thank You, and Yarzeit letters
• Enter development checks and other data to track donor and member information through the Customer Relationship Management system
• Collect and enter Yizkor book submissions during the High Holy Days
• Work with the Communications department to make sure Yarzeits and donations appear in the Weekly emails
• Proof weekly emails and Development emails, including honor rolls
• Serve as a backup receptionist for the Temple Main Line
• Research potential donors
• Support the Wise Development department as needed with administrative duties
• Support the institution as needed with administrative duties
• Support the Wise Development department as needed with additional campaigns and fundraising events
• Other duties as assigned
• Occasional evening and weekend work required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years administrative experience;
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Excellent customer service;
• Problem solving abilities, trouble-shooting skills and ability to adapt to a variety of personalities.
• Ability to learn and gain proficiency in Customer Relationship Management systems;
• Strong background in Excel
• Strong proofreading skills;
• Acute attention to detail and very organized;
• Prior knowledge of the nonprofit and Jewish worlds
• Diplomatic skills and tact
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of Stephen Wise Temple and Wise Schools;
• Experienced user of content management systems;

Work Schedule: 40 Hours per week