Development Assistant

Reagan Ranch Center | 217 State St | Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Opening: Immediate

About the role

Young America’s Foundation (YAF) is committed to ensuring that increasing numbers of young Americans understand and are inspired by the ideas of individual freedom, a strong national defense, free enterprise, and traditional values.

Reports to: Reagan Ranch Director of Donor Relations

Responsibilities

• Assisting with all aspects of the development process at the Reagan Ranch Center, including research, writing, and stewardship projects that support relationship building and major gifts fundraising.
• Helping to create memorable experiences for all supporters and potential supporters visiting the Reagan Ranch and Reagan Ranch Center.
• Writing, editing, and designing proposals, reports, and other presentation materials for key supporters.
• Writing event reports and articles for YAF publications.
• Assisting with supporter communications, including thank you notes and Reagan Ranch visit requests.
• Assisting with thank you calls, event RSVPs, and other general supporter inquiries.
• Working with outside vendors to create memorable gifts that reinforce the impact of support for YAF and affinity for the organization.
• Providing background research ahead of Ranch tours, home and office donor visits, and events.
• Learning the history of Rancho del Cielo and leading occasional Ranch tours.
• Assisting with supporter events, including event marketing, execution, and follow-up.
• Assist with day-to-day office duties as necessary.

Physical demands

• Frequently moving to accomplish tasks in various environments, including outdoor trails covering uneven terrain, as well as confined spaces.
• Frequently moves boxes and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds for various office and special events needs.
• Occasionally operating motor vehicles in both urban and rural environments, with the latter sometimes involving uneven, unpaved roads and mountain trails.

Qualifications

• Committed to and enthusiastic about Young America’s Foundation’s mission and programs.
• Energetic and passionate about supporter relationship building and proper gift stewardship.
• Highly organized, attentive to detail, and flexible.
• Ability to work as a collaborative, constructive team member.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Some graphic design experience is preferred but not required.
• An excellent customer service mindset.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to comply with YAF policies, procedures, and practices.
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

Pay

Salary range: $55,000 – $65,000 ($26-$30/hour).

Schedule

This is a full-time position at YAF’s Reagan Ranch Center in Santa Barbara, California. This is not a remote work position.