Assistant Director of Operations and Development

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Job Description

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Class of 1955 Executive Director of PBHA, the Assistant Director of Operations and Development will play a critical role in developing and overseeing donor management, communications, and alumni engagement systems to support the Executive Director, Senior Development Coordinator, and student officer efforts. The position will support projects related to PBHA’s 501C3 financial systems and data analysis in consultation with the Assistant Director of Financial Strategy for PBHA. The position will create systems and structures that build institutional memory, streamline transitions of staff and student leaders, and reduce administrative workload of the Executive Director in support of PBHA’s mission with a special focus on managing PBHA operations and internal HR processes. The position will also supervise the Vehicles Coordinator and Operations Coordinator positions, fundraising and event consultants and coach events, alumni, and communications student officers, and support them in their areas of responsibility. 

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

Core duties

PBHA Development: 

• Supports the Senior Development Coordinator and Executive Director in producing donor profiles, identifying prospects, and drafting detailed reports
• Manages PBHA donor wealth screening IWave system and research data relevant to respective fundraising efforts
• Manage PBHA donor check deposit data fidelity and thank yous.