Development Data Specialist - Detroit, MI

Denise Harting

The Development Data Specialist provides data entry, administrative and clerical support for the Development Department.  Specifically, the Development Data Specialist will:

• enter gift information and other data into the Raiser's Edge donor database
• produce, print and prepare gift acknowledgements and membership card/packets for mailing
• assist in handling incoming general phone calls, donor inquiries and correspondence
• assist in managing event responses and lists, and assist as needed in managing check-in at events.
• assist in mail merges and mailings
• assist in twice-monthly balancing and gift reports.

• file and/or archive appropriate documents and materials.

• provide administrative, secretarial and clerical support as needed.

Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following:

• A high school diploma
• Competency and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), Raiser's Edge, and use of the personal computer
• Three years or more years of previous experience working in a clerical position
• Strong organizational and conceptual skills, with an eye to detail
• The ability to work effectively with time deadlines
• The ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form

• The ability to work on a team

• Familiarity with the museum environment.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please do so online at www.dia.org by close of business day, May 13, 2014.

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