Development Coordinator

Job Overview Would you like to go to work knowing that every day you will make a difference in the lives of food‑insecure neighbors in your community? At the Anne Arundel County Food Bank (AACFB), that’s exactly what we do through our essential work to alleviate food insecurity in Anne Arundel County. AACFB is currently seeking a qualified professional to fill the newly created position of Development Coordinator. The Development Coordinator is an entry level position within the Department of Development and External Relations. Under the direction of the Director, this role helps ensure the effective and accurate operation of the AACFB’s Development and External Relations Department. Primary/Essential Duties and Responsibilities Gift Processing, Donor Stewardship, and Research 40% Support gift processing through accurate data entry and timely receipting, including mailing acknowledgment and tax letters. Support recognition and acknowledgment efforts to retain donors and strengthen relationships, including creating handwritten note cards for new and recaptured donors and assisting with mailings. Assist with supporting individual donors seeking to make online donations. Assist in the preparation of reports related to donations and gifts as assigned. Assist with donor background research using internet‑based resources. Provide support for fundraising related activities, including research, meeting preparations, confirmations, follow‑up, document preparation, and activity tracking. Communications 20% Assist with monitoring social media platforms when needed. Assist with collecting content ideas for AACFB publications. Events 20% Assist with the planning, design, and execution of AACFB events. Provide support, as needed, for large off‑site food and funds drives, including post‑event acknowledgment and stewardship. Compile event‑related data as assigned. Volunteers 20% Assist with volunteer orientation on the front and back sorting lines, ensuring that large groups are supported within the warehouse environment. Assist with volunteer orientation and management at Mobile Pantry distributions as assigned. Secondary/Non‑Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist with tours for select volunteer groups, including school groups interested in hosting a food drive. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Education and Experience Associate’s degree preferred, but not required. Minimum of 1 year of Development‑related experience preferred. Experience with direct customer service required. Demonstrated computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and experience with Google Suite, Zoom, and other virtual meeting platforms. Experience in DonorPerfect is strongly preferred. Experience with Constant Contact preferred. Spanish language proficiency preferred. Employment Type, Compensation, Benefits, Work Hours Non‑Exempt; Full‑Time. Hourly Wage: $21.00 – $25.00 per hour ($43,680 – $52,000 annualized salary); pay commensurate with experience. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance benefits available. 12 Paid Holidays (plus a paid week off between Christmas and New Year's). Paid Time Off (accrual of 80 hours for first year of employment). 3 Personal Days annually. Retirement plan (403b) with employer match up to 3%. Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, and Life Insurance. Employee Assistance Program. Financial Assistance for Professional Development. 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Competencies Organized, detail‑oriented, and able to complete projects from start to finish with minimal oversight from supervisor. Strong initiative and ability to meet deadlines. Able to balance multiple activities and demands while maintaining work accuracy and quality. Able to give and receive clear verbal and written instructions. Strong self‑awareness along with receptiveness to constructive feedback. Openness to new ideas. Ability to work successfully in a team environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding donor records and information. Work Environment and Requirements Able to sit at a desk for up to 8 hours per day. Able to lift up to 35 lbs. and carry it from the warehouse across the parking lot. Able to lift and set up display materials (tents, tables, chairs). Ability to stand for events, functions, and fundraisers for several hours at a time. Must be punctual, dependable, and reliable – excellent attendance is crucial. Occasional evening and weekend work required. Criminal background check is required, and references/previous employment history will be validated. Equal Opportunity Employer The Anne Arundel County Food Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. #J-18808-Ljbffr