Advancement Services Specialist
Job Description
Essential Functions (Responsibilities):
Records gifts, pledges, memberships and matching gifts into donor database, Blackbaud Raisers Edge
Creates, edits and updates donor database accounts and files
Performs inventory and clerical tasks as required
Produce, edit and proofread donor tax receipts
Extracts data from Raisers Edge to meet simple/common data request of the department
Maintains accuracy of funding opportunities within Raisers Edge
Merges duplicate records as identified
Scans documents into Perceptive Content and hard files to maintain donor documentation records
Manages session documentation related to gift batches
Performs regular data health and integrity tasks as identified by Director and Assistant Director
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
Knowledge/Skill/Ability
Equivalent Education/Experience
Proficiency in a networked environment with Windows and a variety of software applications including email, Excel, Word, and Raisers Edge fundraising software
Ability to understand complex concepts
Ability to process complex financial data with a high level of accuracy
Excellent organizational and administrative skills
Strong math and language skills
Prior experience in fundraising office maintaining a donor database and booking gifts is preferred.
Associates Degree required
Must have 1 or more years experience working in a fiscal environment
Special Job Dimensions:
Work requires working with highly sensitive or confidential information
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to navigate an office setting
Note: The essential job functions and associated qualifications contained in this document describe the general nature and level of the work performed. They are not intended to represent an exhaustive listing or be inclusive of all aspects of the job. The tasks and procedures involved in the performance of the essential job functions may vary from day-to-day. Major changes in areas of responsibility may occur, as directed by management, and will require revision of this job description.
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