Advancement Services Coordinator

Advancement Services Coordinator
Are you the kind of person who secretly loves a well-organized spreadsheet Do you get a little thrill when data is clean reports are accurate and every i is dotted in a donor acknowledgment letter Then were looking for you!

At Lyon College were on a mission to connect with alumni friends and donors who want to help our students succeedand we need someone with your talent to keep us organized and running smoothly behind the scenes. This isnt just data entry. Youll be the backbone of our advancement operations turning information into insights and ensuring every gift is handled with care.

What Youll Be Doing
- Keep our donor and alumni database (CRM) squeaky clean and up to date.
- Work your data entry magicadding new constituents and updating contact info like a pro.
- Generate reports and lists that make our mailings stewardship and fundraising campaigns shine.
- Manage data imports exports and clean-ups like a digital detective.
- Process gifts pledges and matching gifts (and make sure donors get those all-important receipts).
- Partner with our finance team to keep records accurate and reconciled.
- Help craft heartfelt acknowledgment letters and donor recognition strategies.
- Provide donor profiles and insights that make our development team look brilliant.
- Support annual giving campaigns capital campaigns and other fundraising adventures.
- Team up with marketing to reach alumni and donors in style.
- Provide updates on campaign progressbecause everyone loves good news.
- Offer logistical support for events (yes you might get to put on a nametag and meet our wonderful donors!).
- Keep us compliant with gift policies and privacy laws.
- Safeguard donor information like its a state secret.
- Master the art of spreadsheet formattingbecause presentation matters.
- And yes other duties as assigned (but we promise to keep it reasonable).

What Were Looking For
- A bachelors degree in business communications nonprofit management or related field (preferred but not required).
- 2 years of experience in advancement services development or related rolesbonus points if its in higher ed or nonprofit work.
- Data management skills that would impress even the toughest IT person. (Experience with Jenzabar Even better!)
- Familiarity with gift accounting and nonprofit fundraising principles (or a willingness to learn).
- The ability to juggle multiple tasks without breaking a sweat.
- A friendly helpful attitudewere all about teamwork here.
- Comfort with spreadsheets word processing and e-commerce/payment systems.
- Willingness to pitch in for events and campaignsand maybe lift a box or two along the way.

Why Youll Love It Here
At Lyon College youll be part of a passionate fun-loving advancement team that believes in building relationships and changing lives. We take our mission seriouslybut we dont take ourselves too seriously. If you love a good laugh a great cause and the occasional spreadsheet victory dance youll fit right in.

Ready to join us

Apply now and help us make an impactone gift one donor one data point at a time.

About Lyon College
Lyon College is a selective private liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in the historic town of Batesville Arkansas. Home to more than 660 students from 30 states and 18 countries the College is renowned for its inclusive and nurturing academic community. Batesville with a population of 11000 was named the Best City to Live in Arkansas by USA Today. It offers a safe vibrant environment and is a regional hub for commercial medical and social activities.

Why Lyon
At Lyon we prioritize excellent teaching inclusive environments and the persistence and success of our students and faculty. We support innovative teaching meaningful research and professional development in a close-knit academic community. Our liberal arts foundation encourages students to think critically about their place in the world and explore diverse perspectives.

Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter curriculum vitae and contact information for three professional references to Human Resources P.O. Box 2317 Batesville AR 72503-2317 or electronically at Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Lyon College does not discriminate based on race color religion gender age disability sexual orientation or national origin. We comply with all federal and state laws regarding equal employment opportunities. Learn more about Lyon College at . Join us at Lyon College and be the difference in shaping the future of curious and dedicated students!

Required Experience:

Junior IC