PARK CITY EDUCATION FOUNDATION IS SEEKING A DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE
The annual salary for this hourly, full-time, non-exempt position is $46,000.
About Park City Education Foundation:
For nearly 40 years, Park City Education Foundation (PCEF) has funded and supported educator-powered initiatives that inspire all Park City students to reach their academic and lifelong potential. We achieve this by investing $2 million annually in the Park City School District to support initiatives such as preschool, elementary visual arts, afterschool programs, educator and student wellness, real-world learning, Bright Futures (a program that supports first-generation college students), and classroom and express grants that support educators.
Position Summary
PCEF is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Development Associate to support the core operations of our fundraising efforts. This position plays a vital role in managing the donor database, processing gifts, generating reports, and ensuring high-quality stewardship of our supporters. Reporting to the Vice President of Advancement, this role is integral to maintaining data integrity and contributing to a high-functioning, collaborative team within the nonprofit.
Here is a list of the key areas in which you will provide support to the organization:
Gift and Data Management
- Accurately process all donations (credit card, checks, online, pledges, and gifts in-kind) and maintain up-to-date records in Salesforce
- Generate and track acknowledgment and tribute letters in collaboration with the Development team
- Ensure website donation forms are accurate and provide correct information to donors and PCEF
Reporting and Analysis
- Create and maintain regular and ad hoc reports for fundraising campaigns, board reporting, donor honor roll, donor impact report and gift compliance
- Partner with Development and Finance to reconcile monthly giving data and track fundraising progress toward strategic goals
Campaigns and Stewardship Support
- Track and manage event-related donations, RSVPs, and post-event reconciliations
- Assist with donor communication and campaign logistics to enhance donor experiences and retention
- Support matching gift outreach and follow-up
Organizational Collaboration
- Manage data and systems within the Development team, ensuring shared accountability and accuracy
- Uphold donor confidentiality and the integrity of PCEF’s data
- Occasionally support evening and weekend fundraising events
NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS
- Interact and communicate professionally and effectively with all employees, management, executives, donors, vendors, service users, and community partners.
TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 1+ years of experience with CRM systems (Salesforce preferred), nonprofit fundraising, or data/reporting work.
- Strong proficiency with Google Workspace and MS Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Proven attention to detail and a passion for clean, actionable data.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, collaborative nonprofit or mission-driven environment.
- Commitment to equity, education, and community impact.
WHO ARE YOU?
- You are curious and driven. You are excited by opportunities to learn and grow. You can adapt to new ideas, processes, and concepts. You thrive in a fast-paced team and are willing to pitch in and do what it takes to pursue the team’s goals.
- You are analytical. You ask questions and enjoy using numbers to find the answers. You are skilled at analyzing and presenting data in a clear and concise format.
- You are a people person. You are skilled at connecting with others, building relationships, and delivering high-quality customer service with a smile.
ARE YOU A FIT?
Do you have experience with the above duties? If so, you may be our ideal candidate for this role! Please be sure to mention your relevant skills in your letter of interest and explain why you are a good fit for the role.
We’ll be accepting applicants on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
The position includes the following:
- Suite of insurance benefits, including a 100% employer-paid silver-level health benefits plan, dependent care and/or healthcare FSA, optional employer contribution to HSA up to $2,300 (depending on your choice of healthcare plan), and dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance coverage
- 401(k) and/or pension plan with generous employer contribution (no employee contribution required to receive employer contribution)
- 22 paid time off days and 23 paid holidays, including a two-week winter break
- 6 weeks of paid parental leave
To Apply
We’d love to hear from you! Please submit a cover letter and resume that outlines your interest in this role and how your experience aligns with its requirements. Resumes submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.
Send materials to: Cynthia Mellin, Office Manager, at cmellin@pcschools.us
Park City Education Foundation opposes discrimination and injustice in all forms. Research shows that members of underrepresented groups – including women, LGBTQIA+ identified people, Black, Indigenous, and other people of color (BIPOC) – tend to apply for jobs only if they meet every single requirement listed. Here at the Park City Education Foundation, we seek the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may not always meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If you are passionate about our work and would like to join our team, we encourage you to apply, especially if you are a member of a structurally marginalized group. We look forward to your application.
The Park City Education Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. All employment decisions and personnel actions are administered without regard to age, disability, race, color, sex, veteran status, religion, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation, or belief. These employment practices encompass all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, working conditions, benefits, compensation, training, promotion, transfer, and termination of employment. The selection process shall be uniform for all applicants. Applicants with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodations during the hiring process may contact cmellin@pcschools.us.
