Donor Services Coordinator (@ St. Marcus Lutheran School)

Donor Services Coordinator at the St. Marcus Lutheran School in Milwaukee, WI - shared by Jobs That Help as a third party

Are you passionate about making a difference? Would you thrive in a role that bridges philanthropy with community impact? If so St. Marcus has an exciting opportunity for you! St. Marcus School is one of the highest-performing elementary schools in Milwaukee serving urban youth. We provide a 4-star, high-quality, Christian education to over 1,200 (K3-8th grade) scholars between three campuses, just north of downtown Milwaukee. St. Marcus School is part of the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program and is a leader and advocate for education reform in the city of Milwaukee. Please visit our website to learn more – www.stmarcus.org/.

POSITION SUMMARY: As a Donor Services Coordinator, you will join an enthusiastic team of skilled fundraising and communications professionals who spend their days opening the hearts and minds of philanthropists to create a world of opportunity for Milwaukee’s urban youth. This is your opportunity to join a high-achieving team and use your skills to coordinate gift processing and stewardship, data entry, and office support services in order to ensure efficiency and effectiveness within the Mission Advancement Office.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree (Bachelor preferred) or 2 years of professional experience in an office environment
• Solid computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Word & Excel, Google Suite, and databases
• Alignment with St. Marcus Core Values – Christ First, Biblical Discipleship, Sacrificial Love, and Radical Expectations
• Required criminal history background check, and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

POSITION COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to work independently (self-starter) and collaboratively
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Exceptional customer service skills, over the phone and in person, with external groups and internal departments
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Stays current with training through professional development

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Enters all ministry contributions into the donor database
• Responsible for the management of donor information
• Records deposit dates on the general ledger
• Generates thank you/acknowledgment letters to donors
• Coordinates year-end receipting process
• Assists with ticket sales, invoicing, and all general data entry for the annual gala in event software
• Coordinates correspondence cards with donors for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, etc, and tracks in database
• Copies, prints, and assembles materials as needed for various tours, events, and fundraising campaigns
• Perform donor research
• Serve as the first point of contact for guests in the Mission Advancement Office and direct them to the appropriate staff member
• Distributes the organization’s mail to staff members daily and ensures that all out-going mail from the advancement office is posted promptly (especially during holidays or office closures)
• Assists with planning and preparation for Mission Advancement events and meetings as needed
• Assists with overflow work from Mission Advancement team members and performs other related duties as assigned

SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with experience, range $40,000-$45,000

BENEFITS: This position includes a generous benefits package – highlights of which include medical, dental, 403(b) plus match, PTO, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, professional memberships, annual professional development allocation, and more. Note: Medical, vision, and prescription drug coverage are 100% paid for by St. Marcus!

St. Marcus is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We hire excellent people from a variety of backgrounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 – $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Milwaukee, WI 53212