Donor Relations Coordinator – Central Advancement

Founded by Detroit philanthropists George and Ellen Booth in 1904, Cranbrook Educational Community is one of the world’s leading centers of education, science, and art. Comprised of a graduate Academy of Art, contemporary Art Museum, Center for Collections and Research, House and Gardens, Institute of Science, and more than 1,600 students attending our Pre-K through 12 independent college preparatory Schools, Cranbrook welcomes thousands of visitors and students to its campus each year. Critics have called Cranbrook “the most enchanted and enchanting setting in America” and in 1989 it was designated a National Historic Landmark. The campus is located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, about 20 miles north of downtown Detroit. For more, please visit our website: www.cranbrook.edu.

Are you ready to join a dynamic team that's passionate about making a difference? We're seeking a Donor Relations Coordinator to support Cranbrook Educational Community's (CEC) fundraising endeavors. As an important part of our donor relations team, you'll collaborate closely with our dedicated team members to create unforgettable experiences for our supporters.

Your role will be a mix of maintaining donor-giving information, assisting with gift processing, and coordinating logistics for our exciting development events. You'll also have the incredible opportunity to communicate with and steward our donors, ensuring they feel valued and appreciated every step of the way.

We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can juggle multiple tasks with ease. If you're a master communicator with top-notch interpersonal skills and a knack for research, we want to hear from you! While prior experience in nonprofit fundraising is a bonus, it's not a deal-breaker – we believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for growth. Join us in making a difference!

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with the management of recognition societies.
• Assist with the creation and mailing of endowment and impact reports.
• Use data from the Raisers Edge database to create merged letters, documents, and reports.
• Assist with creating custom acknowledgment letters for high-level gifts and donors.
• Prepare pledge forms, pledge reminders, and donor invoices.
• Accurately produces tax receipts for gifts received that appropriately reflect gift method, donor intent, and purpose.
• Assist with event planning and execution of CEC events both locally and nationally.
• Assist with and work with leadership and critical stakeholders to roll out new donor relations services and programs.
• Review and organize donor files in preparation for a comprehensive campaign.
• Assist Advancement Services in compiling donor profiles for events and other activities.
• Assist Gift Processing with the gathering and storing (electronically) of all supporting documentation for each gift processed.
• Attend all Raisers Edge donor software training and maintenance meetings as needed.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all database records, donor information, and materials reviewed.
• Handle routine office functions such as copying, filing, greeting, or assisting visitors, arranging meetings and travel, preparing expense reports, and keeping office or personal calendars as requested.
• Provide assistance within Advancement where needed and perform other duties as assigned, including occasional work at events or programs on weekends or evenings.
• Maintain attendance, punctuality, and performance standards outlined in Cranbrook’s employee handbook.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required; an associate degree or technical certification in Microsoft Excel and Power Point preferred.
• Minimum of five years of administration background which demonstrates increasing levels of responsibility. Experience in nonprofit development with basic knowledge of fundraising concepts preferred.
• Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills to work effectively with diverse user groups.
• High proficiency in Word, Excel and database management required to create mail merges, complex spreadsheets and graphs, and maintain and run development reports required.
• Experience and fluency with CRM and database management, preferably with Blackbaud: Raiser’s Edge and RE NXT.
• Demonstrated ability to work with confidential information.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks with deadlines with proven proficiency at effective prioritization and multitasking.
• Efficient in maintaining hard copy and electronic copy file maintenance and documentation on all gifts received.
• Requires a valid Michigan driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.

Cranbrook offers competitive compensation and benefits that include medical, dental, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability, and retirement programs with employer contribution. We also offer generous paid time off, 11 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays, employee discounts, and a unique environment in an educational setting that values collaboration.

For consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter to: Donor Relations Coordinator - Central Advancement | Cranbrook Employment Opportunities (ultipro.com)