Title : Development Coordinator
Location : USA Climbing National Headquarters – Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type : Full Time – Exempt
Reports to : Director of Development
USA Climbing supports the well-being, development, and competitive excellence of our athletes as we advance the accessibility and growth of the climbing community nationwide.
USA Climbing is the National Governing Body for the sport of competition in the United States and is a member organization of the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC). We are a small but highly committed team dedicated to advancing the sport and supporting athletes in achieving their best.
About the Role
The Development Coordinator supports the fundraising, stewardship, and operational goals of USA Climbing. Working closely with the Director of Development, the Coordinator ensures smooth administrative operations, accurate donor record-keeping, and strong donor relations as we launch our Campaign to raise funds for the building of the new National Training Center in Salt Lake City, UT.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Director of Development with the creation of National Training Center Proposals and general campaign materials to promote the building
- Support major gift and annual fund efforts, including mailings, digital pushes, and material creation
- Provide logistical support for fundraising regional events and assist with event staffing, including occasional evenings or weekends
- Manage proposal and grant submission deadlines and opportunity calendar, keeping track of each component of the grant application and all required materials
- Record, track, and maintain donor and prospect activity in our donor CRM system – Blackbaud's Raiser's Edge – to support fundraising efforts for the National Training Center
- Conduct prospect research on a routine basis for individuals, foundations, and corporations
- Generate reports, mailing lists, and other data needs for the Director of Development
Stewardship & Donor Relations
Draft and coordinate donor acknowledgments, thank-you letters, and recognition touchpointsSupport stewardship reports and communications to donorsAssist in planning and executing cultivation touchpoints and stewardship opportunitiesSupport the Director of Development on the day-to-day administration and growth of the Impact Circles, including the management and engagement of 100 Women for ClimbingWork with the Director of Development to maintain accurate tracking of current and lapsed Impact Circle members and create renewal letters for current membersFoundation Trustee Relations
Assist the Director of Development in managing the benefits, annual meetings, and engagement schedule for the Foundation Board of TrusteesDraft and compile a monthly newsletter for TrusteesManage and fulfill Trustee event ticket requestsManage the Onboard platform for Foundation Trustees to include any relevant documents, committee materials, and messaging updatesAdministrative Support
Manage calendars, schedule internal / external meetings, and coordinate follow-upDraft, proofread, and edit correspondence, reports, proposals, and briefing materialsSupport Development Team operations, including keeping donor materials / gifts in stockFuture responsibilities may include supporting the creation of hospitality packages for the LA28 games and helping plan and coordinate an annual retreat for Impact Circle membersEducation And Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 2+ years of successful nonprofit experienceDetail-oriented, highly organized, and able to multitask and work independently to meet deadlinesExcellent interpersonal skills, strong writing skills, and the ability to work well under pressureA high level of computer literacyPreferred
Knowledge of best practices in the areas of fundraising, prospect research, event management, annual funds, stewardship, and cultivationDemonstrated experience in planning and executing donor eventsExperience working with Blackbaud's Raiser's EdgeThis position is hybrid and based in Salt Lake City, Utah. Travel is expected 10-15% of the time.
Compensation
Salary range is $55,000 – $65,000 and is commensurate with experienceFlexible Vacation / Paid Time OffInclusion in USAC benefits package (Health / Vision / Dental, IRA, including company match)"Pro Deals" with participating companiesPosition involves travel and some evening and weekend work during eventsUSA Climbing supports diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms and strives to incorporate DEI into all it does. We encourage those from underrepresented communities to apply.
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