Community Impact Assistant
About The Position
Bogus Basin is seeking a mission-aligned Community Impact Assistant to support fundraising, community engagement, and youth programs. This position strengthens donor, grant, and sponsorship relationships while expanding access to mountain recreation and education through youth programs. Bogus Basin is a four-season mountain recreation area located near Boise, Idaho. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Bogus Basin is dedicated to providing accessible, affordable outdoor recreation, education, and community programming year-round. Every dollar earned is reinvested into the mountain and its people; not shareholders. Our values of kindness, respect, professionalism, and fun shape a workplace where everyone is welcome.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills, with attention to detail and a commitment to accurate recordkeeping.
- Demonstrated aptitude for learning and effectively utilizing new software, databases, and technology platforms.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
- Passion for youth development, outdoor recreation, and community impact.
- Must be at least 18 years of age and able to pass a background check.
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in nonprofit, fundraising, education, recreation, youth programming, or community engagement preferred.
- Experience working with schools or youth-serving organizations highly desirable.
- Basic graphic design skills (such as experience with Canva or Adobe Creative Suite) are a preferred.
Responsibilities
- Become proficient in Bloomerang (donor management software) and use it to track engagement, support donor stewardship and strengthen fundraising efforts.
- Ensure timely, personalized acknowledgments and follow-up communications to donors.
- Assist in building and maintaining relationships with donors, foundations, sponsors, and community partners.
- Assist with donor research and identification of prospective donors, sponsors, and funding opportunities.
- Maintain accurate donor records and support fundraising campaigns, donor outreach, and community engagement initiatives.
- Help plan and execute fundraising and community engagement events and initiatives.
- Conduct sponsorship outreach and manage sponsor deliverables.
- Manage the grant calendar and assist with grant research, applications, and reporting.
- Recruit and engage schools throughout the greater Treasure Valley through outreach to administrators, teachers, coaches, and families.
- Coordinate registration, scheduling, and booking of school groups while maintaining accurate participant records.
- Serve as the primary logistical point of contact to ensure a seamless experience for schools and participants.
- Learn and utilize ticketing and registration software to support program operations.
- Administer scholarship and financial assistance programs.
- Prepare weekly participation, program, and operational reports.
- Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication while collaborating across departments and reflecting Bogus Basin's mission and values.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
