Advancement Assistant

Idaho Youth Ranch • Boise, ID

1d • $18 - $22

About The Position

Are you ready to join an energetic passionate team as we partner with our donors to provide healing & hope to Idaho’s most vulnerable kids? As an Advancement Assistant you are a crucial member of our advancement team. Are you detailed oriented leader with exceptional communication skills? Do you love to work with others to make a difference in the world around you? Do you have a natural curiosity and commitment to make a difference? Then we need to talk! The Idaho Youth Ranch Advancement team is seeking an amazing new teammate to join us. We are looking for someone with a passion for kids, an eye for detail, a commitment to relationship building, and a willingness to jump in and get the job done. As our Advancement Assistant some of the many things you will do include (see the job description for more): Be the hub for our team, keeping us organized, working together and on track. Create a best-in-class donor experience through donation follow-up including prompt thank you letters & receipts, thank you notes and new donor welcome packets. Build strong relationships with existing donors & prospective donors, responding to their requests efficiently and updating them about how their support is making a huge impact on kids’ lives. Be the face and voice of the Advancement Dept; greeting guests, routing calls and maintaining crucial and confidential donor data(using Salesforce) So, who are we ? Idaho Youth Ranch is one of the oldest non-profit agencies in the state of Idaho. Our mission: We unite for Idaho’s youth by providing accessible programs and services that nurture hope, healing, and resilience. Why unite with us? Because we are better together! Our team members enjoy a workplace where Relationships are the foundation, where we are all Committed to the same mission, where Growth is always possible, where we are treated with and show Compassion , where trust guides us to Transparency , and above all, where Joy sustains us.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years experience in providing administrative support, preferably in a nonprofit setting
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent record keeping and associated software skills (i.e. Excel, Access, Word, Outlook and CRM databases
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information
• This position is located in Idaho and candidates must be within a reasonable distance to our location

Nice To Haves

• Associates or Bachelor degree
• Experience in Salesforce CRM

Responsibilities

• Be the hub for our team, keeping us organized, working together and on track.
• Create a best-in-class donor experience through donation follow-up including prompt thank you letters & receipts, thank you notes and new donor welcome packets.
• Build strong relationships with existing donors & prospective donors, responding to their requests efficiently and updating them about how their support is making a huge impact on kids’ lives.
• Be the face and voice of the Advancement Dept; greeting guests, routing calls and maintaining crucial and confidential donor data(using Salesforce)

Benefits

• Full time employees are eligible for affordable medical and dental care, other voluntary benefits offerings.
• All employees are eligible for a 401(k) match, paid time off, an employee discount on purchases at our thrift stores, and working in a caring and compassionate environment just to name a few.
• As a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit, the Idaho Youth Ranch is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) program.
• The PLSF offers student loan forgiveness on qualifying loans under specific conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED