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Position Title: Membership and Development Coordinator
Department: Development
Reports to: InterimDevelopment and Marketing Director
FLSA Classification: Full-time hourly, non-exempt (requires some weeknight/weekend work)
Salary: $22-24.00 per hour
Job Summary: Join the team at Sacramento’s SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity (MOSAC) and contribute to our thriving community as the Membership and Development Coordinator. This role is central to fostering our membership community, from being the first point of contact for inquiries to administering the multi-point stewardship plan for members. You'll also play a crucial role in our Development Department, managing donation records and assisting in our annual giving and campaign efforts. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with our members, ensuring they are well-supported and informed about our programs and benefits, and to share your enthusiasm for our mission while also contributing to the museum's financial stability and growth.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Collaborate with Marketing and Development team members to grow membership and donations and meet revenue goals.
2. Respond to membership inquiries with exceptional customer service and feedback handling and administer stewardship plans for members, donors, and prospects.
3. Administer the membership component within our Humanitru database, including membership records, sales, and program registrations.
4. Administer the membership communication tools, ensuring seamless integration, data consistency, and records retention.
5. Maintain accurate donor records throughout the multiple databases (Humanitru, and Cusuem,) and manage all aspects of gift, grant, and pledge documentation.
6. Assist with donor communications, including acknowledgments, recognitions, and charitable gift records within the database.
7. Assist with collecting and recording gifts, grants, and pledge documentation, managing the pledge tracking system, and assisting with timely acknowledgments and tax receipts.
8. Collaborate with the Finance Department to ensure accurate and transparent financial processes.
9. Coordinate with Program and Events Managers to deliver special events and ensure members enjoy a range of programs that satisfy our annual membership engagement goals.
10. Coordinate volunteers that are assisting the department, such as providing administrative support to fulfill membership benefits.
11. Ensure data accuracy and reporting across membership and donor systems through regular audits, timely updates, reconciliation, and adherence to records management standards.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Proficiency in Humanitru or similar CRM systems, Constant Contact, and Microsoft 365.
Strong knowledge of nonprofit fundraising practices and financial principles.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong capacity for self direction.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills, able to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or associate’s degree preferred in Communications or related field Minimum two years of relevant experience
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer, and telephone conversations.
May require being mobile or active up to 25% of the time.
This is an at-will, hourly position.
This position is represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA) and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; Paid Time Off (PTO); and paid sick time.
Application Procedures:
Please submit a cover letter, CV/resume and writing samples addressing your qualifications as they align with the job description by email to: shirleetully@gmail.com. Also provide names, with contact information, of three professional references. No phone calls will be taken for this application.
Work Location: This position is onsite at the Museum of Science and Curiosity (MOSAC), located at 400 Jibboom Street, Sacramento, CA 95811
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in development coordinator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in communications, nonprofit management, liberal arts, or a related field
- Experience with donor management software such as Raiser's Edge, Salesforce Nonprofit, or Bloomerang
- Strong written communication skills for grant reports, donor correspondence, and fundraising appeals
- Ability to manage event logistics, volunteer coordination, and donor stewardship activities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for gift entry and reporting
- One to three years of experience in fundraising, development, or a related nonprofit or administrative role
Tips for Your Development Coordinator Job Search
Tailor your resume to the sector
Development coordinator roles in nonprofits, universities, and hospitals use different language for the same work. Mirror the terminology in each posting, whether that's 'major gifts,' 'annual fund,' or 'grateful patient program,' so your resume clears the first review.
Quantify donor and campaign outcomes
Hiring managers want to see what you moved, not just what you managed. Replace vague bullet points with specifics: number of donors stewarded, events coordinated, appeals executed, or dollars raised through a campaign you supported.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists development coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Flag database experience prominently
Most development coordinator postings require hands-on experience with a donor management system. Name the specific platform you have used, such as Raiser's Edge, Salesforce Nonprofit, or Bloomerang, in your resume skills section and in the opening summary.
Prepare a gift processing or acknowledgment example
Interviewers often ask how you handle high-volume data entry, gift processing, or donor acknowledgment workflows. Walk through a real process you owned, what the volume looked like, how you caught errors, and what turnaround time you maintained.
Negotiate the full offer, not just base pay
Development coordinator compensation often includes professional development funds, conference allowances, and flexible scheduling. Ask about those benefits specifically during the offer stage, since they vary more across organizations than the base salary band does.
Development Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most development coordinators?
The most active employers for development coordinators right now are Genesis HealthCare, Signature HealthCARE, and Islamic Relief USA, and the most openings are in Texas, California, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand tends to concentrate at universities, hospital foundations, and large regional nonprofits with dedicated development offices.
How many development coordinator jobs are remote?
About 49% of development coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though the share varies by function. Roles focused on grant writing, donor communications, and database management are more likely to be remote, while positions that involve in-person events, major gift visits, or on-site stewardship typically require regular office presence.
How do you become a development coordinator?
Start with a bachelor's degree in a field like communications, public administration, or nonprofit management, then build hands-on experience through internships, volunteer roles, or administrative positions at a nonprofit or educational institution. Get comfortable with at least one donor database platform, learn the basics of gift processing and donor acknowledgment, and develop writing samples that show you can draft appeals or stewardship reports.
Can you get hired as a development coordinator with little or no experience?
Yes, especially at smaller nonprofits or in entry-level coordinator roles that are designed to train new staff. Volunteer experience with a development office, fundraising event support, or grant research counts toward your candidacy. A strong writing sample, comfort with spreadsheets, and demonstrated attention to detail in data entry can offset a shorter formal work history in direct fundraising.
What does the development coordinator interview process look like?
Most organizations run two to three rounds, starting with a phone or video screen focused on your fundraising background and database experience. A second interview typically involves a hiring manager and sometimes a development officer or director, with scenario questions about donor stewardship, data management, and event coordination. Some employers include a writing exercise, such as drafting a thank-you letter or a short appeal, before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to development coordinator jobs?
You can find and apply to development coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and sector focus, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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