Development Coordinator Jobs in Missouri
Development Coordinator jobs in Missouri are concentrated in St. Louis, Kansas City, and Columbia, where large nonprofits, healthcare systems, and universities drive consistent demand for professionals skilled in grant writing, donor relations, and fundraising campaign management. Established employers such as SSM Health, Washington University in St. Louis, and the United Way of Greater St. Louis maintain ongoing development teams that hire at both entry and senior coordinator levels. Missouri's robust nonprofit sector and major research institutions keep demand steady across the state year-round. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Description:
Introduction:
At EverTrue, team members at all levels find their calling in our mission of Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest. In this work environment, all team members are part of a community and appreciated by the people they work with – residents and coworkers – every day.
Summary:
The Development Services Coordinator is responsible for data management and administrative tasks for their assigned Advancement department; This position will be part of an innovative, high-energy team that seeks to deepen donor, volunteer, and community engagement into the EverTrue mission.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Collects and performs data entry, managing critical data, in multiple databases used to support the advancement efforts of EverTrue
2. Completes complex data retrieval/report requests; Processes data imports and global changes
3. Performs data verification and reviews discrepancies in data received to maintain the integrity of all data
4. Identifies operational deficiencies and recommends standards, policies and procedures that will mitigate risk, improve processes and database integrity
5. Assists others with oversight of daily data entry and maintenance of biographic and demographic constituent data in the database(s)
6. Serves as a back-up to the Development Services Specialist as needed
7. May assist with billing, tracking of funds and monthly reconciliation critical for advancing the mission
8. May serve as a liaison on annual fundraising projects/initiatives
9. Distributes, collects, inputs, and analyzes data from various surveys
10. May assist with data collection for grant applications and reporting for funded grants
11. May provide project management duties for data-driven projects as needed
12. May perform various administrative tasks including but not limited to filing, copying,
phones, preparing packets, ordering supplies, inventory, mailings, surveys, financial tracking, organizing, and promoting updates and documents in our intranet system
13. May assist with training of new staff members
14. May work with vendors as needed
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- College degree preferred
- Prior job-related experience preferred
- Understanding of basic accounting/reconciliation principles
- Proficient computer skills, including Outlook and Microsoft Office, specifically Excel
- A strong understanding of database management principles; experience with an electronic health record, fundraising and/or volunteer database preferred
- Excellent interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to successfully collaborate with others in a team environment as well as the ability to work independently
- Ability to successfully manage multiple projects and set priorities and meet deadlines
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to articulate complex information in a comprehensive way to a diverse audience
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
The physical activities, demands, and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.
Some lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying of heavy objects up to 30 pounds required; Pushing/pulling 100 lbs. on wheels; the work will have some short notice requests, timelines for completion of tasks or reports and some major projects extending over months which many require overtime; this position requires occasional local travel.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws and standards. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and standards.
EverTrue Pay & Benefits
Pay grade: 11
Pay range: $20.50/hour to $32.75/hour
Eligible for shift differentials: No.
For information on EverTrue benefits-eligibility by employment status, please see below.
All employees: Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Sell-back, Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution, Education Financial Assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness, Pay advances (PayActiv), Caregiver support (TCARE), Leaves of Absence, Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot), and Commuter support.
Part-time: In addition to the benefits provided to all employees… Extended Sick Pay, Bereavement Pay, and Jury Duty Pay.
Full-time or Weekend Option: In addition to the benefits provided to all employees and Part-time employees… Medical/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care), Life insurance, Disability (Long-term and Short-term), Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident), and Pet insurance.
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What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in development coordinator jobs across Missouri.
- Bachelor's degree in communications, nonprofit management, public administration, or a related field
- Experience with donor database platforms such as Raiser's Edge or Salesforce Nonprofit
- Demonstrated ability to write and coordinate grant proposals and funding reports
- Strong project management skills supporting fundraising events and donor stewardship campaigns
- Familiarity with Missouri nonprofit compliance, reporting requirements, and charitable solicitation registration
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for engaging individual and institutional donors
Development Coordinator Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a development coordinator in Missouri?
Most Missouri employers require a bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, public relations, or a related field as the foundation for this role. Missouri does not issue a state license specifically for development coordinators, but registering with the Missouri Attorney General's office is required for organizations that solicit charitable contributions, and employers value candidates who understand that process. Earning a Certified Fund Raising Executive credential or completing coursework through the Association of Fundraising Professionals strengthens a candidate's standing with Missouri hiring managers.
Which companies hire development coordinators in Missouri?
Companies currently hiring development coordinators in Missouri include Evertrue, Lewis Rice, and Avila University, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Missouri's large hospital networks, research universities, and statewide nonprofit organizations are among the most consistent sources of development coordinator openings throughout the year.
Which Missouri cities have the most development coordinator jobs?
St. Louis, Springfield, and Rolla lead Missouri for development coordinator openings. St. Louis and Kansas City anchor the market because they are home to the state's largest hospital systems, major universities, and well-funded nonprofits, while Columbia's concentration of University of Missouri institutions and regional health organizations drives a steady secondary market for development professionals.
Are there remote development coordinator jobs in Missouri?
Yes, though they are less common than in purely desk-based fields, since development coordinators frequently attend donor events and work alongside internal teams in person. About 33% of development coordinator openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting a gradual shift among larger nonprofits and foundations. Grant writing and donor communications duties are the functions most often performed remotely when flexible arrangements are available.
How can I get hired as a development coordinator in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a development associate or fundraising assistant role at a Missouri nonprofit or university and building from there. Large employers such as Washington University in St. Louis, Children's Mercy Kansas City, and United Way affiliates across the state regularly bring on new graduates in administrative or coordinator support roles within their development offices. Volunteering with Missouri-based community foundations or completing an internship coordinated through programs like the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance's campus chapters at Missouri universities helps candidates build the donor relations and grant writing experience hiring managers expect.
Where can I find and apply to development coordinator jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to development coordinator jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings to find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match your experience and location preferences.
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