DataBase Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

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We are currently looking for a DataBase Specialist for our client, a private school located Hartsdale, NY, to manage their Raisers Edge database. This is a Temp-to-Permanent position (consideration may be given for Direct Hire placement). Previous

nonprofit/fundraising/development

experience and/or knowledge of Raisers' Edge or similar

fundraising/development

software REQUIRED for consideration . This is a fast-paced office where you will be communicating and working collaboratively with colleagues, alumnae, donors, faculty, students, parents, and other constituents. Hours: 8:30-4:30 M-F (ability evenings/weekends as needed for meetings and events). Salary: $45-60K DOE.
Position Overview: The Raisers Edge Database Specialist is a member
of the Advancement Team and reports to the Executive Director of Advancement.
This individual will work closely with the other members of the Advancement
team and will be responsible for managing all aspects of the Raisers Edge
database and ensuring data cleanliness and integrity, timely donor
acknowledgment and thorough reporting.
Responsibilities:
Manage the entire Raisers Edge database, including the gift
acknowledgment process, ensuring the accurate and timely processing and
acknowledgement of gifts and pledges
Responsible for processing, recording, reporting, acknowledging and
maintaining accurate information on all gifts and donors in the database
Generate daily and monthly financial reports, as well as mail and donor lists
for the Executive Director of Advancement, Principal and Associate
Director of Alumnae Engagement Events
Update, maintain and properly code all constituent information in Raisers
Edge as well as track all important donor information for alumnae, board
members, students, members of the community, etc.
Prepare weekly acknowledgment letters for the Executive Director of
Advancement to personally sign
Responsible for exporting Constituent information from the Maria Regina
school website, as well as the creation of a variety of forms including events,
donations and questionnaires
Collaborates with the Finance Office to reconcile all gift donations and
financial information in the Raisers Edge database (i.e. credit cards, checks
and Venmo transactions)
Assist the Executive Director of Advancement and Associate Director of
Alumnae Engagement Events, with database and website aspects of the
planning and execution of fundraising campaigns, alumnae events and
parent club events
Required Skills:
Expertise with Raisers Edge Database, with at least 2- 5 years experience
Proficiency with technical knowledge of databases and query language
Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented
Working knowledge of Educational Networks website
Ability to work collaboratively and courteously with colleagues throughout
the school community: alumnae, donors, faculty, students, parents and other
constituents
Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbally
Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision
Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks, meet deadlines and work in a
fast-paced environment
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for Meetings & Events

Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree
2-5 years of professional experience with the Raisers Edge Database
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