Position Information
The AmeriCorps member in this role will serve as the AmeriCorps Development Specialist serving with the Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum. We are seeking a dynamic, organized, self-motivated, and culturally competent individual willing to commit 25 hours a week to helping the organization accomplish its mission.
The individual will work directly with the Director of Philanthropy and development staff to enable consistently high-quality experiences, and they will be essential to the success and growth of museum operations. If you have a desire to give back to your community, expand your skill set, and become part of a nationally recognized program, this role is for you!
Service Term and Benefits
This is an AmeriCorps position. AmeriCorps is a unique service opportunity. AmeriCorps members complete a term of service from June 2024 through May 2025. Members will serve a minimum of 1200 hours during this time, approximately 25 hours per week. AmeriCorps members will receive a living allowance of $15,750 during their term of service. This living allowance will be paid bi-weekly. Additionally, upon successful completion of a term of service, AmeriCorps members will receive an education award of $4,826.
About the Organizations
Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum aims to inspire children of all ages and abilities to imagine, discover, and connect with their world to make a difference. Their programs and exhibits are designed to address the many ways that children learn, as well as to help parents understand and support their children’s development. Engaging and interactive activities inspire creative play and learning, and fun for the entire family.
Thriving Utah is an AmeriCorps State program designed to support local nonprofits and public agencies in increasing their organizational capacity. Thriving Utah AmeriCorps members create and execute a capacity building plan tailored to their organization’s needs, services, and goals.
Duties and Responsibilities
● Assist in the development and implementation of various fundraising program plans, goals, and objectives
● Review current processes and collaborate with the team to create streamline procedures
● Develop and enhance donor databases
● Design training materials for updated database systems
● Provide technical assistance and support to the development team, including troubleshooting and problem-solving
● Enhance reporting and tracking mechanisms to ensure program effectiveness
● Support reporting and communication efforts, including drafting reports, summaries, and program updates
● Improve and implement donor recognition systems
● Research industry trends and best practices
● Perform other duties as assigned
Skills and Qualifications
● 2 years of experience in fundraising, development, or program operations, preferably in a museum or nonprofit setting
● Ability to work evenings and weekends
● Over 18 years of age
● Possess a high school diploma or GED
● Strong organizational and project management skills
● Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
● Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
● Proficient in Microsoft Office, online white boards, project management software experience with Altru Blackbaud or other CRM software a plus
● Must be a self-starter, proactive, and able to work with minimal supervision
EEOC
AmeriCorps and Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants. Applications for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability.
Reasonable accommodations:
Thriving Utah is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all individuals, including those with disabilities. It is the policy of Thriving Utah to comply with all federal and state laws concerning the employment of individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations. Furthermore, it is organizational policy not to discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities regarding application procedures, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the application or interview process, to perform essential position functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of this role, please contact Program Director Cassandra Wambach at cwambach@utah.gov or 585.747.0442.
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $15,750.00 per year
Expected hours: 25 per week
Benefits:
Payment frequency:
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- Evenings as needed
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Relocate:
- Salt Lake City, UT 84101: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person