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Job Title: Development Coordinator
Job Summary
The Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA), located on the University of Utah campus in the Marcia and John Price Museum Building, is home to a diverse collection of art spanning ancient through contemporary works from around the world. Established in 1951 and accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the UMFA inspires critical dialogue and illuminates the role of art in our lives. Through its collections, exhibitions, and educational programs, the Museum connects people with art, encourages new perspectives, and serves communities across campus, the Wasatch Front, and the broader region.
The Development Coordinator supports the day-to-day operations of the UMFA Development Department, with primary responsibility for membership administration, gift processing, donor database management, acknowledgements, reporting, and fundraising event logistics.
Working closely with the Director of Development and Donor Engagement Manager, this position maintains accurate donor and member records, provides responsive and welcoming customer service, and coordinates the administrative and logistical details that support fundraising, stewardship, and member engagement. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, collaborative, and committed to building positive relationships with the Museum’s members, donors, and community supporters.
Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day administration of the UMFA development department and membership program, including membership processing, renewals, benefit fulfillment, member communications, and customer service.
- Process and document charitable gifts, memberships, sponsorships, pledges, matching gifts, and related transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate donor, member, prospect, and sponsor records in the Museum’s database, ensuring data integrity and organized documentation.
- Coordinate gift acknowledgements, pledge reminders, and other donor and member correspondence.
- Prepare membership, fundraising, and participation reports and assist with revenue tracking and reconciliation in collaboration with Museum and University Advancement colleagues.
- Coordinate the administrative and logistical aspects of fundraising, donor, and member events, including the Museum Gala.
- Support donor recognition, stewardship activities, and sponsorship benefit fulfillment to ensure donors and sponsors receive appropriate acknowledgement and benefits.
- Support membership retention, acquisition, and upgrade efforts through coordinated communications, outreach, and fulfillment.
- Coordinate mailing lists, distribution, and fulfillment for the UMFA Quarterly publication and other Development communications in partnership with colleagues.
- Provide administrative support for Development operations, departmental projects, and fundraising initiatives.
- Work collaboratively with UMFA departments and University Advancement colleagues to support effective Development operations and a positive experience for members and donors. Support additional departmental initiatives and special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
- Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) with up to 2 years of directly related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree.
- Demonstrated experience in administrative coordination, customer service, database management, membership services, financial transactions, or a related field.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate records and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to respond professionally and helpfully to member and donor inquiries.
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information, exercise sound judgment, and work collaboratively with colleagues.
- Proficiency with standard office software and the ability to learn database systems and other departmental technology.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in fundraising operations, membership administration, gift processing, donor relations, or nonprofit administration.
- Experience working with a CRM system, donor database, or membership database.
- Experience with financial tracking, transaction processing, record reconciliation, or reporting.
- Experience coordinating events, registrations, mailings, or other logistical activities.
- Experience with Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, or similar database systems.
Preferences
- Passion for the arts and an appreciation for the role museums play in a community and university campus.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated customer service experience and a commitment to providing welcoming, responsive service.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience working with databases, CRM systems, or record management systems.
- Experience processing transactions or maintaining financial records, memberships, or donations.
- Experience supporting events, registrations, or hospitality operations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Outlook.
- Experience with Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, or similar database systems preferred, or the willingness and ability to learn a complex database system.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
- Positive attitude, strong follow-through, and willingness to collaborate with others.
Location: Campus
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment: External Posting
Standard Hours per Week: 40
Full Time or Part Time?: Full Time
Shift: Day
Pay Rate Range: $42,000 - $45,000
Close Date: 01/29/2027
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Development Coordinator
Match your degree to the PERM job description
PERM certification locks in the minimum requirements stated in the job posting. If your employer lists a bachelor's in communications or nonprofit management, your credential must meet that exact standard, not just a related field.
Search DOL disclosure data for active sponsors
Use the OFLC Wage Search to identify employers who have filed PERM applications under SOC code 13-1151 for fundraising coordinators or related development titles. Repeat filers signal an established sponsorship infrastructure.
Target employers with dedicated HR compliance teams
Large nonprofits, university advancement offices, and hospital foundations routinely sponsor Development Coordinators because they have in-house counsel familiar with PERM. Smaller organizations often decline sponsorship due to the supervised recruitment burden, not budget.
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Migrate Mate filters Development Coordinator openings by employers with EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you spend time on roles where the hiring team already understands the PERM process rather than educating them from scratch.
Clarify sponsorship timing before accepting an offer
Ask whether the employer will initiate PERM immediately after your start date or after a probationary period. Some organizations require six to twelve months of employment before filing, which directly affects your priority date and overall green card timeline.
Prepare your credential evaluation before the I-140 stage
If your undergraduate degree was awarded outside the United States, obtain a NACES-member credential evaluation before your employer files the I-140 with USCIS. Delays in furnishing this documentation can stall the petition at adjudication.
Green Card Development Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Development Coordinator role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Development Coordinator positions qualify under EB-3 as professional roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree. If the position requires an advanced degree, such as a master's in nonprofit management or public administration, it may qualify under EB-2. Your employer's PERM application defines the category based on the stated minimum education and experience requirements for that specific role.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency, not a temporary visa subject to a lottery or fixed duration. Unlike the H-1B visa, there is no annual cap lottery for EB-3 petitions, though visa bulletin backlogs affect certain nationalities. The PERM process also requires your employer to conduct a supervised DOL recruitment campaign before USCIS will approve the I-140 petition, which adds time upfront but permanently resolves your status.
How long does the PERM and green card process typically take for a Development Coordinator?
The full process generally runs two to four years from PERM filing to a green card, depending on your country of birth and current DOL and USCIS processing times. PERM audit timelines at DOL have extended to over a year in some cases. Candidates born in countries without significant backlog can move faster once I-140 is approved and a visa number becomes current.
Which employers regularly sponsor Development Coordinators for green cards?
Universities, hospital foundations, large nonprofits, and arts organizations are the most consistent sponsors because they have legal and HR teams already familiar with PERM. You can use Migrate Mate to search specifically for Development Coordinator openings at employers who have filed EB-2 or EB-3 petitions before, filtering out organizations that have never navigated the sponsorship process.
Can I switch employers after my I-140 is approved?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules you can change employers after your I-140 has been approved for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or similar occupational classification. For Development Coordinator positions, a move to a comparable fundraising or program coordination role at a different organization generally qualifies. You should consult an immigration attorney before making the switch to confirm the new role meets the similarity standard USCIS applies.