Development Coordinator

Position : Development Coordinator

Location : Oakland, CA (Onsite, 5 days per week)

Organization Type : Non-Profit | Arts & Culture

Reports to : Development Director

Employment Type : Full-Time (Non-Exempt)

Company Overview

Creative Growth Art Center is a studio and gallery that supports artists with developmental, mental, and physical disabilities. We provide a professional studio environment, gallery exhibition and representation, and community building.

Position Summary

The Development Coordinator will manage and execute key fundraising programs, including our membership program and grant portfolio, while supporting broader development operations. We're looking for an enthusiastic, strategic, and detail-oriented professional who can balance program management with operational excellence. The successful candidate will have an appreciation of culture and community; enjoy being part of a close-knit team; and thrive in a nimble, fast-paced, evolving environment. This position will be based on-site to allow for relationship building.

Key Responsibilities

• The Development Coordinator will lead the organization's membership program and manage a portfolio of foundation and government grants. This role combines program management with operational support, including database management, gift processing, donor engagement, and special projects. The coordinator will work closely with the Development Director to advance fundraising goals and maintain strong donor relationships.
• Manage and grow the organization's membership program, including member acquisition, retention, and stewardship strategies; coordinate member benefits, events, and communications; track membership metrics and report on program performance.
• Manage a portfolio of foundation and government grants, including researching funding opportunities, preparing proposals and reports, tracking deadlines and deliverables, and maintaining relationships with program officers
• Support activities related to fundraising from individuals and corporations, including campaign execution, sponsorship cultivation, and donor communications.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate development efforts into overall organizational activities.
• Support fundraising and other special events, including exhibition receptions and public programs.
• Maintain and optimize use of Salesforce database, including managing donation web portal; entering gifts and processing timely acknowledgment letters; ensuring data accuracy through regular database maintenance; generating reports and mailing lists for appeals, events, and other activities.
• Identify and research new funding opportunities, creating prospect profiles and briefing materials for leadership.
• Handle donor and public inquiries, providing exemplary customer service.
• Support the Development Director with special projects and initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications :

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range : $32.00 - $37.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Benefits Include :

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8 : 30 a.m. - 4 : 30 p.m. (37.5 hours / week), with occasional evenings and weekends.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Creative Growth Art Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to hr@creativegrowth.org with "Development Coordinator" in the subject line. No phone calls, please. The position will remain open until filled.