ABOUT BREAKTHROUGH CENTRAL TEXAS
Breakthrough is the leading college access and success non profit in Central Texas. For more than 20 years, we have partnered with thousands of middle and high school students who aspire to be the first in their family to graduate with a degree or certificate. We make a radical, long-term commitment to students, to and through college, unlocking the power of education and a lifetime of opportunity. We support the whole student with personalized services, work closely with community partners, campuses, and employers, and advocate for our students with lawmakers. Breakthrough students attend 60+ public schools and persist at nearly 100 colleges and universities. The result is that nearly 60% of Breakthrough students graduate from college, compared to 15% of low-income students in our region. Our work has resulted in more than 350 college graduates, with nearly 3,500 on their way, positively impacting families for generations, our region’s educational equity, and the Central Texas economy.
WHY WORK AT BREAKTHROUGH CENTRAL TEXAS?
By working for Breakthrough Central Texas, you will help hundreds of students achieve their dreams of success and receive the high-quality education they deserve. Breakthrough is an organization committed to its students and recognizes that our greatest resource to support them is our dedicated and talented staff. If you believe all young people deserve the opportunity to achieve postsecondary success and you desire to work at an organization committed to its employees and building the strongest team culture anywhere, then join us!
ABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE POSITION
Breakthrough seeks a team member whose primary roles include managing a sophisticated donor database and providing efficient, accurate administrative support for a high functioning Development and Communications team. Responsibilities include gift processing and acknowledgement, meeting and event logistics support, and Board reporting. The Development Associate will report to and partner closely with the Director of Development while collaborating with and supporting the entire Development and Communications team.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain and act as the first point of contact for the donor database. Manage records, monitor database performance, and keep the team informed about updates and new features.
- Ensure compliance with the Donor Data Guide, proposing and executing revisions and improvements within processes and procedures as needed.
- Assist with onboarding, orientation, and skills training for new development and communications staff, focusing on database and systems use.
- Create, maintain, and execute queries and reports that track fundraising progress.
- Ensure prompt and accurate gift entry, receipting, gratitude, and pledge management in Virtuous Donor CRM. Oversee third-party giving platforms and ensure prompt gift processing and acknowledgement.
- Draft, format, and review recurring reports, including a monthly fundraising report for the Board of Trustees.
- Organize logistics for development-related events and meetings. Includes schedule and supply coordination, list generation, material distribution, and follow up communication.
- Lead the management of RSVPs and check-in for the annual Breakthrough Benefit Concert.
- Collaborate with staff to produce and review lists for all development mailings, stewardship activities, e-communications, invoices, and pledge reminders.
- Lead the monthly and annual cash reconciliation meeting with the Operations Coordinator and Operations Manager.
- Support special projects as assigned by the Director of Development.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong computer proficiency with fluency in MS Excel, MS Word, and Google Workspace. Willingness to learn new software and systems.
- Demonstrated experience with data entry, data analysis and/or database management. Database experience within a fundraising environment preferred.
- Well-organized, systematic thinker.
- Impeccable attention to detail is a must. Recognizes the value of precision when working with data and logistics and demonstrates ability to process information with high levels of accuracy.
- Proven success prioritizing, managing, and completing projects from initiation to completion. Strong follow-through and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate reliably, effectively, and courteously with fellow staff members, donors, community partners, students, and volunteers.
- Commitment to the mission and values of the organization.
- Strong problem solving skills with an ability to recognize, anticipate, and proactively find solutions.
- Ability to meet deadlines consistently, work independently, multi-task, and manage
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Competitive salary between $50,000-$60,000, depending on experience and qualifications
- Health, dental and vision insurance; Breakthrough pays 100% of employee only premiums
- Long-term disability and life insurance
- Matching 401K retirement plan
- Thirty days of annualized PTO
- Generous leave policy
The salary range listed represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for the year in which the position is filled. The actual salary offered for this position will depend on a number of factors including overall years of experience, relevant years of experience, skills and qualifications. At Breakthrough Central Texas, we offer a compelling total compensation packet with additional benefits.
Breakthrough Central Texas is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its relations with its applicants, staff members, and families, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender identity and gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood. People of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
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