Job Description

Longue Vue House and Gardens

Fundraising Assistant

Objective

The purpose of the fundraising assistant is to support the executive team with grant management, contributed income development, and donor/sponsor stewardship.  

Mission

Longue Vue’s mission is to preserve and share a legacy of design, community, and lifelong learning.

Physical Work Environment

This job involves working at a desk as well as frequent standing and maneuvering around eight acres of grounds. All staff are expected to support the facilities and gardens team when the physical campus needs extra attention.

Essential Functions

All of the following functions are performed in support of the contributed income vision, goals, and strategies of the executive director.

·         Grant writing, tracking, reporting, and overall management

·         Donor cultivation and stewardship to sustain renewed contributions and cultivate new support

·         Maintaining an organizational system for grants and reporting

·         Leading monthly meetings, organizing due dates, sending reminders, and organizing both digital and physical copies of grant narratives, acceptance/denial letters, reports, etc.

·         Responsible for tracking and meeting all deadlines

·         Responsible for coordinating logistics for fundraising events

·         Maintaining evaluation and assessment data relative to sponsored programs and initiatives

·         Preparing administrative reports relative to fundraising events

·         General administrative support as needed for the executive team

·         Longue Vue cross-trains all staff. The fundraising assistant must support other departments when asked to do so, including light garden and facilities work, as well as guiding tours when needed.

Expectations and Qualifications

·         Enthusiastic about the mission and an advocate for the organization, both internally and externally

·         Accountable; strong sense of ownership

·         Proactive and self-sufficient; ability to work independently in a shared office

·         Positive and respectful attitude and presentation at all times

·         Industrious; respects and complies with organizational policies

·         Strong communication skills and reliable follow-up

·         Attentional to detail

·         Able to assist in emergency site procedures as needed

·         Available to work extra hours during high-volume seasons and events

·         Comfortable and productive working in a diverse, equity-focused environment, collaborating with staff and volunteers from a wide range of backgrounds

·         Participate in additional tasks and duties when requested

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position with a regular weekly schedule on-site. Flexibility to work evenings and additional days based on organizational needs is important. A part-time position may be available for the right candidate.

Compensation

Starting salary is $42,500 annually following successful completion of 60-day introductory period at $20/hour. Full benefits following successful completion of the introductory period include health, vision, and dental insurance, as well as substantial paid time off. Participation in employer-sponsored 401k plan is available following one year of employment.

Sustainability

Longue Vue is committed to pursuing environmental responsibility. Examples include: Longue Vue is a leaf blower-free and single-use plastic-free zone. Longue Vue avoids the use of harmful chemicals in cleaning, gardening, and other functions. Our environmental efforts are ongoing and growing continually.

Apply

To apply, send your résumé and cover letter directly to Jen Sharp, Deputy Director of Administration, at jsharp@longuevue.com 

Please include two professional references with their contact information. 

For more info go to https://longuevue.com/