Fundraising & Events Specialist

Base Pay $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 / Year Employee Type FT Exempt Required Degree High school Manage Others No Contact information Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io Email View email address on click.appcast.io Description Alexander Leigh Center for Autism (ALCA) Salary: $45,000–$50,000 per year Classification: Administration | Status: Exempt Reports To : Finance Director Alexander Leigh Center for Autism (ALCA) is seeking a passionate, creative, and highly organizedFundraising &EventsSpecialist to join our team. This position plays an important role in expanding ALCA's impact by raising funds, building community partnerships, increasing awareness, and creating meaningfuleventsthat support our staff, students and families. At ALCA, we believe in creating a safe, dignified, respectful, and nurturing environment where students can reach their maximum level of functional independence. Our vision is simple: Helping children with autism and those who love them to THRIVE! If you are a natural relationship-builder who enjoys networking, fundraising, event planning, and bringing people to gether around a meaningful mission, we would love to hear from you. About the Role The Fundraising &EventsSpecialist's primary responsibility is to raise funds and awareness for ALCA through internal and externaleventsand community engagement . Working closely with the Finance Director, ALCA staff, students, donors, volunteers, community partners, and the development team, this position will help plan, coordinate, and execute fundraising initiatives and events throughout the year. Requirements Required Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of experience in fundraising andevents . Strong networking and relationship-building skills. Creative, energetic, and comfortable engaging with a wide range of people. Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed fundraising go als. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent problem-solving and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment. Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. Professional and respectful conduct with students, families, coworkers, donors, and community members. Ability to remain calm and solution-focused in challenging situations. Willingness to learn, grow, and receive feedback. Ability to lead by example. Ability to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid certification if requested or required. Passionate about fundraising for our cause! Key Responsibilities Secure donor and sponsorship funding to support ALCA's mission and programs. Build and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, community partners, and other supporters. Attend Chamber Mixers, networkingevents, and other community gatherings to increase ALCA's visibility and develop new relationships. Collaborate with the development team to create and maintain the annual fundraising andeventscalendar. Assist with the development and tracking of the annual fundraising andeventsbudget. Help develop and project-manage internalevents, including in-service days, monthly field trips, open houses, check presentations, and other school activities. Help develop and project-manage externaleventsand fundraisers, including the annual gala, community partnerevents, Taproom Takeovers, and other fundraising initiatives. Coordinate event logistics, including planning, communications, volunteers, materials, setup, execution, and breakdown. Recruit and coordinate volunteers foreventsand fundraising activities. Maintain accurate donor records in DonorPerfect and run reports as needed. Prepare and deliver acknowledgements for donor contributions, gifts, and donations. Send timely and personalized thank-you notes to donors and supporters. Create and maintain internal communications boards as needed. Follow all safety, crisis intervention, confidentiality, and organizational procedures. Maintain confidentiality of student, parent, employee, and organizational information. Maintain regular, consistent, and punctual attendance. Perform other duties as assigned. Summary What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic professional who is comfortable connecting with people, managing multiple priorities, and representing ALCA in the community. What Success Looks Like In this role, success means more than meeting fundraising go als. It means building lasting relationships and creating opportunities for our community to connect with ALCA and its mission . The successful candidate will be someone who can confidently represent ALCA in the community, turn ideas into well-executedevents, cultivate donor relationships, inspire volunteers, and work collaboratively with staff to make each initiative successful. Position Expectations All ALCA employees are expected to : Demonstrate honesty, safety, trust, and strong communication. Build positive relationships with students, families, colleagues, donors, and community members. Follow ALCA policies, procedures, work rules, organizational structure, and chain of command. Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student, employee, human resources, and organizational information. Participate in ongoing professional development, trainings, in-services, and educational opportunities. Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and solution-focused team environment. Follow ALCA safety procedures and use protective equipment when applicable. Demonstrate a commitment to supporting individuals with autism and other disabilities. Physical & Work Environment Requirements This position involves a combination of office, school, and event-site responsibilities. The successful candidate should be able to : Remain seated or standing for extended periods while working at a desk, attending meetings, or overseeingevents. Use computers, telephones, printers, and other office equipment. Occasionally stand, walk, bend, reach, and retrieve materials. Lift, carry, push, or pull office and event materials. Move throughout the office, school, and event locations. Frequently walk throughout event sites, including long distances, stairs, and uneven or outdoor terrain. Lift and move event materials and equipment, typically up to 25–30 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds with assistance. Assist with event setup and breakdown, including moving tables, chairs, signage, décor, and other materials. Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind. Maintain focus and productivity in environments with moderate noise levels. Visually scan the environment while moving throughout the building, classrooms, and outdoor areas. Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Alexander Leigh Center for Autism is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Aff... employer . We are committed to maintaining a professional, respectful, and inclusive workplace. Join the ALCA Team If you are passionate about fundraising, community engagement, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of children with autism and their families, we encourage you to apply. Come help us build connections, grow our community, and help children with autism and those who love them THRIVE! #J-18808-Ljbffr Kids for the Future