Associate Development Officer
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Job Location:
Saint Paul, MN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children youth and families people with disabilities older adults and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge energize and reward employees. Consider joining us!
As an Associate Development Officer you will be part of a fun supportive and inclusive team collaborating with other advancement staff to build relationships develop and implement fundraising strategies to expand support for Minnesotans supported by LSS.
In this role you will:
build and maintain a portfolio of approximately 250-300 mid-level donors ($250-$500) and prospects with a majority of donors living in Minnesota with the goal to grow them to $1000 donors
connect with community members via phone in person and virtual visits personalized mass mailings writing cards and email communication
work with staff to host small donor engagement events
engage congregation members and volunteers to become donors
build authentic relationships with donors and center our work around the community we serve
work with a team committed to a fun and positive work culture
receive on the job training no experience necessary
What We Offer You:
An excellent benefits package (medical dental life vision 403(b) plan with a match wellness program possible student loan forgiveness)
Opportunity to work in a hybrid environment
Generous PTO plan Paid Holidays and 3 Float Days
A supportive workplace
Paid training and opportunities to continue professional development
An outstanding reputation
Employee resource groups
Qualifications and Requirements:
- No previous fundraising experience necessary.
- Bachelors degree or equivalent experience preferred.
- Effective communication and listening skills.
- Strong planning and strategic thinking skills.
- Interested in building relationships in the community.
- Ability to assess situations quickly and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Proven familiarity with local and surrounding community resources.
- Drivers license required.
Are you hesitant about applying because you dont meet the requirements listed above Please apply anyway! Studies show that historically excluded communities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the job requirements and have previous experience. Lutheran Social Service of MN is dedicated to building a workplace that is welcoming to all. If you are excited about this position please consider submitting an application. You may be the right candidate for this role!
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Aseptic Technique
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- Fundraising
- Microsoft Publisher
- Conflict Management
- Constant Contact
- Salesforce
- cGMP
- Cell Culture
- Grant Writing
- Child Protective Services
About Company
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota expresses the love of Christ for all people through service that inspires hope, changes lives, and builds community.
