Development Specialist

Hillsboro Medical Center•Hillsboro, OR

2d•$66,019 - $94,432

About The Position

The Development Specialist develops strategies and implements programs, projects, and activities to cultivate new donors, steward existing donors, and secure ongoing contributions for the mission of Hillsboro Medical Center. The position coordinates Foundation donor records and gift acknowledgements and maintains the Raiser’s Edge database. Working with the Foundation Director, the specialist manages employee giving and annual giving activities, participates in fundraising initiatives and events, coordinates communications and appeals, and supports Foundation board and committee activities. The role also administers scholarship programs, builds relationships with donors and volunteers, and represents the Foundation’s mission to the community. It includes occasional data analysis, research, reporting, and on-site logistical support for ¡Salud! The Oregon Pinot Noir Auction. Decisions may affect the department and Foundation programs; the position has no budget responsibilities and no direct reports.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
At least 1 year of experience in development or a relevant nonprofit field.
Current Oregon or Washington driver’s license.
Satisfactory driving record as specified in the posting, including no disqualifying driving violations or convictions within the past 36 months.
At least 21 years old.
Demonstrated ethical commitment to quality assurance and confidentiality of data and information, including HIPAA/PHI.
Excellent customer service, verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills for effective communication with leadership and staff.
Proficiency with word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs; computer skills include database management and spreadsheet development.
Ability to take initiative, implement and follow through with attention to detail, and work with minimal supervision.
Creative, solution-oriented problem-solving skills and ability to remain flexible and professional under multiple demands.
Ability to work as a team member and support others’ success.
Familiarity with email and electronic calendaring systems.
Proficiency in preparing agendas and taking meeting minutes.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple complex tasks and set priorities.
Candidate must pass a credit history review; any job offer is contingent upon that review.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of experience in a development environment.
Experience with Raiser’s Edge or another fundraising database.
Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Work with the Foundation Director to manage the employee giving campaign, annual giving activities, and other fundraising opportunities as they arise.
Participate in planning and implementing fundraising initiatives, including events.
Serve as the internal expert on Raiser’s Edge and Greater Giving databases; update donor records, manage database procedures, run mailing lists, and build and generate reports.
Ensure accurate and timely gift processing and generate acknowledgement letters.
Coordinate production and mailing of communications and appeals.
Assist with Foundation board relationships and coordinate Board and Finance, Fund Development, Nominating, and Scholarship Subcommittee meetings.
Administer scholarship programs.
Build volunteers’ and donors’ confidence in order to acquire ongoing gifts to the Foundation.
Promote the goals and represent the mission of Hillsboro Medical Center to internal and external communities.
Create new donor relationships and nurture existing donor relationships.
Analyze, research, and collect data and prepare reports.
Work effectively with volunteers from diverse backgrounds and ages.
Take initiative in seeking solutions to fundraising challenges.
Provide on-site support for ¡Salud! The Oregon Pinot Noir Auction by managing an aspect of logistics with the event manager and teammates.