Manager, Gift Processing and Database Administration

Title: Manager, Gift Processing and Database Administration
Reports To: Vice President, Administration
Location: WGAESF Headquarters – Glenview, IL

Position Description:
The Manager of Gift Processing and Database Administration is an experienced position supporting the day-to-day activities of the administration department. The position plays an essential role supporting the processing of donations received for the Evans Scholars Foundation. Additionally, this role will work and lead efforts for data integrity within the database of record (Raiser’s Edge).

Primary Responsibilities:

• Enters major gift data into Raiser’s Edge database with donor information, club information, type of gift, purpose, etc.
• Review records in Raiser’s Edge to ensure accurate entry of constituent and gift data following internal guidelines.
• Manage Raiser’s Edge queries and exports to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
• Manage Omatic software for integrating online donations into the Raiser’s Edge database.
• Assist in clean-up efforts and suggest improvements for data tracking methods.
• Work with Development communication team to prepare and mail member club solicitation letters.
• Assist with the overall management of the administration team including onboarding, training and creating and updating procedures.
• Understanding the different roles and responsibilities within the administration department.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or five to seven years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge Database including queries, exports and data entry required; familiarity with Raiser’s Edge NXT, Omatic and Luminate Online preferred.
• Strong computer proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.
• Previous experience with data entry; managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Customer-service oriented. Manages difficult customer/donor situations; responds promptly to customer needs.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and problem solve.

Benefits Include:

• Base salary (commensurate with experience)
• Comprehensive insurance package (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
• 403 (b) retirement plan with a competitive contribution program
• Paid time off
• Walking distance to Glenview Metra train station

Application Process:

Please apply with a resume, to Human Resources at HR@wgaesf.org.

About the Evans Scholars Foundation | Western Golf Association:

Since 1930, the Evans Scholars Foundation (ESF) has provided full tuition and housing scholarships to deserving caddies. More than 12,040 Alumni have graduated as Evans Scholars, representing more than $435 million in tuition and housing costs. There are currently 1,130 Evans Scholars attending 24 universities across the country. The Western Golf Association (WGA) has conducted championships for professional and amateur golfers since 1899. Today, it is a driving force in the game of golf, raises funds and awareness for the Evans Scholars Program and promotes youth caddie opportunities.

Additionally, At the Western Golf Association and Evans Scholars Foundation, we are committed to creating and fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment among our caddie, Evans Scholars and championship communities. In doing so, we strive to improve the experiences of our scholarship recipients, championship participants and organization staff, leaders and partners, as well as positively impact the broader game of golf.