Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Anderson Humane is a progressive, limited-admission humane society serving the Chicagoland area, taking in approximately 4,000 companion animals each year. In addition to adoptions, we offer a wide range of community programs, including a pet food pantry, our STAR program for limited crisis pet placement, and a low-cost vaccination and spay/neuter clinic. We also operate a full-service Wildlife Center that annually cares for over 3,000 orphaned and injured wild animals. Our team is dedicated to the well-being of animals and people, working in a fast-paced, supportive environment that values compassion, innovation, and work-life balance.
Are you detail-oriented, organized, and looking to work for a mission-driven organization? Anderson Humanes development department is seeking a part-time Development Assistant who will serve as the point of contact for donation inquiries, gift processing, and acknowledgement, as well as other administrative tasks.
What youll love
- Youll play a crucial part in assisting our development team as we engage with our donors.
- This role pays $16 18 per hour, commensurate with skill level and professional experience.
- Accrual of Paid Time Off hours starting on your very first day.
- Saving for your future now by enrolling in our 401(k)-retirement program (must be 21years old).
- A wide variety of services in our Employee Assistance Program are available to help you manage lifes curveballs.
- Our Employee Adoption Discount, because pets are like potato chips, you cant have just one.
What youll do
- Ensure all donations are processed accurately and that the donors are thanked promptly.
- Maintain donor files and electronic donation records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with Anderson Humanes finance policies.
- Report donation financials to the Office Manager and the organizations leadership.
- Answer donor inquiries with a cheerful demeanor.
- Access a variety of databases and software programs to provide superior service and process donors financial gifts.
What to expect
- Shared workspace among other team members.
- A flexible work schedule, approximately 4 days per week in the office, possible weekend or evening hours when needed.
- Willingness to accommodate animals in the workplace.
What were looking for
- At least two years of administrative support experience; development or fundraising background is an asset.
- Proficiency with donor databases (e.g., Raisers Edge, DonorPerfect, or similar CRM systems).
- Availability to work a flexible part-time schedule of mornings, afternoons with occasional weekend or evening hours at Anderson Humane events.
- At ease learning new software programs.
- Ability to exercise a high level of professionalism.
- A natural ability to juggle tasks and prioritize.
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