Public Relations and Development Assistant

Liberty ARC • City of Amsterdam, NY

6d • $20 - $29

About The Position

The Public Relations and Development Assistant executes the administrative operations of the Public Relations and Development Department, including gift processing, donor acknowledgements, donor database management, and event coordination. The role also supports grant applications, public relations activities, and the Director. The position is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, and is performed in a normal office environment. It is classified as non-exempt and reports to the Stewardship & Development Manager.

Requirements

• Associate degree required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and a positive, customer-service approach to interacting with the public.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently on assigned projects, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Valid New York State driver's license that meets agency standards and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Concentration in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• Two years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, marketing, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Suite and a development database.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate fundraising events, including establishing budgets with the Department Director, identifying potential donors and sponsors, and developing, arranging production of, and distributing solicitation materials.
• Personally solicit donors and interact with supporters.
• Develop and manage event action plans.
• Coordinate all aspects of the Annual Membership Campaign.
• Work closely with the Department Director on the Agency's Annual Appeal.
• Maintain gift entry processes, including checking daily mail and online donations, coordinating with the business office, handling deposits, and recording transactions to the Foundation.
• Provide timely acknowledgements of Liberty Foundation donations.
• Manage and maintain donor records and serve as the point person for database reports and mailing lists.
• Assist the Department Director with community development opportunities and Liberty ARC events and activities.
• Provide ongoing support for other aspects of the Public Relations and Development Department.
• Provide administrative support to the Director and support grant application and public relations activities.

Benefits

• Eligible team members and their dependents may receive comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree