Date Posted: June 16 Posting Expires: July 6, 2014

POSITION: DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE
(But are not limited to) :
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS CONTINUED
QUALIFICATIONS: Preferred prior exposure to
fundraising processes and database management
GENERAL SUMMARY: The Development Specialist has a vital role at the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre
and School of Theatre Arts. This position provides customer service support to donors, volunteers and
Theatre staff, planning and coordination of donor events, data management and reporting, and
coordination in all aspects of Donor Development. This position works in close collaboration with the
Board, Executive Development staff, and volunteers. Attention to detail, problem solving, knowledge
of Community Theatre/Arts, and overall enjoyment of a fast paced and high energy workplace is
necessary. Offce based: part-time professional offce position averaging XX hours a week.
POSITION: Development Specialist
REPORTS TO: Director of Development and
Community Relations
CLASSIFICATION: Hourly
EDUCATION REQUIRED: Bachelors
SKILLS REQUIRED: Microsoft Offce, Email, Internet,
SKILLS PREFERRED: Giftworks
Coordinate fundraising events including donor lounges, donor
cards, managing event processes and logistics, committee
activities, and event follow-up.
Prepare donor research, queries, written acknowledgement
letters, and other campaign literature.
Coordinate communication with volunteers and donors for
personal engagement, event assignments, and committee
meetings.
Coordination and Distribution of Development Newsletter
Manage the development database operations
including: software program setup, data entry, gift
recording and acknowledgments, gift reporting,
playbill acknowledgement, sponsor recognition, and
maintenance of prospect and donor data.
Maintain the list of current, past and prospective donors in
donor software.
Maintain record of support and materials from donors,
sponsors, playbill sales, foundations, and media.
Processing of Corporate Memberships and Sponsorships within
ticketing software.
Maintain communication between school, ticketing
software, and volunteer base for current data contact lists of
current/prospective donors.
Coordinate all fundraising events including donor
lounges, donor cards, managing event processes and logistics,
committee meetings, and event follow-up.
Help organize volunteer committees and assist with
training of other volunteers.
Demonstrated ability to handle donor interest and
personal information in a timely manner, with tact
and sensitivity, in a confdential manner.
Ability to work collaboratively with a strong
customer service orientation.
Professional presentation, with excellent verbal,
written and interpersonal communication skills, and
an energetic and engaging personality.
Excellent organizational skills, with accuracy and
attention to detail.
Working knowledge of MS Offce Suite, Social Media and
database management.
Ability to set and meet realistic goals, establish work
priorities, organize people and materials to reach
goals, handle pressure well, and report results.
Ability to multi-task while handling work
expectations, including telephone, basic offce
machines, reading, writing, typing and computer/
data entry, and some travel.
Ability to set and work within a budget, secure price
quotes, and indentify cost saving opportunities for
department (Theatre).
Some Evening and Weekend Work Required.
Prepare and execute mailings.
Point person for management of community donation
requests for free tickets.
Other duties as necessary and assigned.
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and hours worked
Part-time position with fexible work schedule Monday Friday Hours 25-28 a week
Parking Provided
Season Theatre Membership provided.
Please submit a cover letter and resume via email to nbrozek@grct.org by July 6, 2014.
ABOUT THE GRAND RAPIDS CIVIC THEATRE & SCHOOL OF THEATRE ARTS
One of the largest community theatres in the country, the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre and School of
Theatre Arts has been entertaining and educating West Michigan since 1925.
OUR MISSION
We are committed to enhance the cultural life of West Michigan by creating opportunities for people
to enjoy live theatre performances using community artists, and to provide access to a comprehensive
theatre arts education program for all ages.
OUR VISION
We are continually working to ensure that the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre remains one of the great
community theatres in the nation, through the passionate delivery of high-quality live performance,
innovative and comprehensive education, enriching volunteer participation, and a superior customer
experience.
I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE POSITION DESCRIPTION AS OUTLINED ABOVE:
Signature Date

Director Signature Date
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work
being performed by the people assigned to this classifcation. It is not intended to be
construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel
so classifed, and may change at the discretion of the incumbents manager/supervisor.
COMPENSATION: