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This position will assist with gift processing, donor and prospect data entry, CRM database maintenance, fundraising reporting, donor communications, and the planning and execution of Development events.\nWorking closely with the Development team, the Development Coordinator will help ensure that gifts are processed accurately and promptly, donor records are maintained with the highest level of integrity, and the department's fundraising and engagement activities are well organized and effectively executed.\nThe ideal candidate is a proactive team player with strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and an interest in nonprofit fundraising and philanthropy. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking to build a career in development while gaining broad exposure to fundraising operations, donor relations, database management, and special events.\nExpected Hours of Work: Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Occasional evenings and weekends.\nPosition Type: Full-time; non-exempt\nSalary: $42,000-$48,000\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\nCRM & Development Operations Support\nManage the timely and accurate processing and entry of charitable gifts, pledges, grants, sponsorships, and in-kind contributions.\nEnter and update donor and prospect information in the Science Center's Altru CRM/database.\nPrepare and distribute gift acknowledgement letters, tax receipts, and other donor correspondence.\nTrack pledges, recurring gifts, payments, and outstanding commitments.\nWork with the Finance Department to ensure accurate gift processing and reconciliation.\nMaintain accurate records related to donor recognition, benefits, naming opportunities, and sponsorship commitments.\nProvide day-to-day administrative support for Altru database, including routine data entry, data cleanup, and database maintenance.\nSupport the preparation of donor lists, mailing lists, reports, queries, and other information needed by the Development team.\nAdminister data pulls and reporting for annual giving, major gifts, institutional giving, campaigns, stewardship, and special events.\nServe as the department's CRM administrator to develop reporting structures and system improvements.\nCoordinate departmental budgets and monitor fundraising performance metrics.\nCoordinate Development-related website content with Marketing and manage online fundraising.\nParticipate in Development team meetings and contribute to a collaborative and service-oriented team environment.\nPerform other duties as assigned in support of the Development Department and Great Lakes Science Center's mission.\nSpecial Events\nProvide administrative and logistical support for Development events, including donor cultivation and stewardship events, fundraising events, campaign events and recognition activities.\nManage event invitations, RSVP's, guest lists, seating assignments, name badges, check-in, and attendance tracking.\nDevelop event communications and materials, including invitations, programs, signage, and other event collateral.\nCoordinate event fundraising technologies.\nSupport event logistics, including room setup, catering, vendors, supplies, and other event needs.\nEnter and maintain event attendance and participation information in the Altru database.\nRequirements\nQualifications:\nBachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.\n1-3 years of experience in non-profit administration, development, customer service, database management or related field.\nExperience with a CRM or database system preferred; experience with Altru is a plus.\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.\nExcellent organizational and time-management skills.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and a familiarity with Canva.\nAbility to work occasional evenings and weekends in support of Development events.\nInterest in non-profit fundraising, philanthropy, and the mission of Great Lakes Science Center.\nAdditional Information\nGreat Lakes Science Center is proud to provide staff members with a benefits program that offers choices designed to meet their individual needs and lifestyles. 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