Resource Development Assistant

Responsibilities

• Supports the planning, coordination, and execution of fundraising events and communications efforts.
• Aids the Special Events and Communications Coordinator with event logistics, donor engagement, and administrative tasks.
• Assists with communications, recordkeeping, promotional materials, and event-day operations.
• Works closely with the Development team to support the overall mission and ministry of The Salvation Army.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or 2-3 years of equivalent professional experience in events, communications, fundraising, or related field preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with a high degree of accuracy.
• Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess good interpersonal relationship skills, including professional phone and in-person etiquette.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with data management, mail merges, and administrative processes preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and support projects of varying scale.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time.
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment).
• Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles.
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Remitted Tuition Program.
• Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

Pay and Schedule

• $30.00 per hour
• 40 hours/week / Non-Exempt