Development Assistant

Job Title: Development Assistant
Classification: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Schedule: Part-Time (Minimum 20 hours/week); With Path to Full-Time (El Monte, CA)
Compensation: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour (Good-faith estimate upon hire)


Equal Opportunity Employer
Hope House, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hair texture/protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected by California or federal law. Consistent with the California Fair Chance Act, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

About Hope House, Inc.
Hope House is a nonprofit dedicated to serving children and adults with developmental disabilities across 13 residential facilities in the San Gabriel Valley. We are looking for a motivated Development Assistant to support our mission-driven fundraising and community engagement.

Essential Job Functions
To comply with the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), the following are considered fundamental duties that must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Donor Relations: Maintain and update donor and volunteer databases (CRM) to ensure data integrity.
• Communication: Conduct grant research, assist with grant proposal writing, and community outreach materials.
• Administrative Support: Coordinate development meetings, track contributions, and manage mailing lists for the Director of Development.
• Events & Initiatives: Assist in the planning and execution of fundraising campaigns and special events, including occasional weekend attendance.
• Digital Presence: Execute updates for social media platforms and the organization's website.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods; ability to occasionally lift/move up to 25 lbs. during event setup.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required. College coursework in public relations, marketing, communications, or a related field preferred.
• Skills: Proficiency in MS Office and experience with CRM or CMS platforms.
• Experience: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with diverse populations.
• Compliance: Must be able to pass a criminal background check (DOJ/FBI) and provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.

Benefits

• Career Advancement
• 40 hours of Sick Pay (Awarded after 90 days of employment)
• Vacation pay accrual (based on hours worked)
• Annual & Merit Based Raises
• Flexible Schedules That Work with Schooling, Parenting & Other Jobs
• Retirement Plan (ROTH IRA)
• Health & Dental Insurance (With Premium)
• Peace of Mind Coverage (Life Insurance and Disability Benefits)
• Paid Certification and Training Opportunities (at no cost to you)
• Free Employee Assistance Program - Includes 24 hour counseling and therapy services, childcare assistance, medical bill reimbursement assistance, & more!

*** Incomplete applications will not be considered***