What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advancement Services Coordinator position at Lyon College?
Advancement Services Coordinator
Are you the kind of person who secretly loves a well-organized spreadsheet? Do you get a little thrill when data is clean, reports are accurate, and every “i” is dotted in a donor acknowledgment letter? Then we’re looking for you!
At Lyon College, we’re on a mission to connect with alumni, friends, and donors who want to help our students succeed—and we need someone with your talent to keep us organized and running smoothly behind the scenes. This isn’t just data entry. You’ll be the backbone of our advancement operations, turning information into insights and ensuring every gift is handled with care.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Keep our donor and alumni database (CRM) squeaky clean and up to date.
- Work your data entry magic—adding new constituents and updating contact info like a pro.
- Generate reports and lists that make our mailings, stewardship, and fundraising campaigns shine.
- Manage data imports, exports, and clean-ups like a digital detective.
- Process gifts, pledges, and matching gifts (and make sure donors get those all-important receipts).
- Partner with our finance team to keep records accurate and reconciled.
- Help craft heartfelt acknowledgment letters and donor recognition strategies.
- Provide donor profiles and insights that make our development team look brilliant.
- Support annual giving campaigns, capital campaigns, and other fundraising adventures.
- Team up with marketing to reach alumni and donors in style.
- Provide updates on campaign progress—because everyone loves good news.
- Offer logistical support for events (yes, you might get to put on a nametag and meet our wonderful donors!).
- Keep us compliant with gift policies and privacy laws.
- Safeguard donor information like it’s a state secret.
- Master the art of spreadsheet formatting—because presentation matters.
- And yes, “other duties as assigned” (but we promise to keep it reasonable).
What We’re Looking For
- A bachelor’s degree in business, communications, nonprofit management, or related field (preferred but not required).
- 2 years of experience in advancement services, development, or related roles—bonus points if it’s in higher ed or nonprofit work.
- Data management skills that would impress even the toughest IT person. (Experience with Jenzabar? Even better!)
- Familiarity with gift accounting and nonprofit fundraising principles (or a willingness to learn).
- The ability to juggle multiple tasks without breaking a sweat.
- A friendly, helpful attitude—we’re all about teamwork here.
- Comfort with spreadsheets, word processing, and e-commerce/payment systems.
- Willingness to pitch in for events and campaigns—and maybe lift a box or two along the way.
Why You’ll Love It Here
At Lyon College, you’ll be part of a passionate, fun-loving advancement team that believes in building relationships and changing lives. We take our mission seriously—but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. If you love a good laugh, a great cause, and the occasional spreadsheet victory dance, you’ll fit right in.
Ready to join us?
Apply now and help us make an impact—one gift, one donor, one data point at a time.
About Lyon College
Lyon College is a selective private liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in the historic town of Batesville, Arkansas. Home to more than 660 students from 30 states and 18 countries, the College is renowned for its inclusive and nurturing academic community. Batesville, with a population of 11,000, was named the Best City to Live in Arkansas by USA Today. It offers a safe, vibrant environment and is a regional hub for commercial, medical, and social activities.
Why Lyon?
At Lyon, we prioritize excellent teaching, inclusive environments, and the persistence and success of our students and faculty. We support innovative teaching, meaningful research, and professional development in a close-knit academic community. Our liberal arts foundation encourages students to think critically about their place in the world and explore diverse perspectives.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references to Human Resources, P.O. Box 2317, Batesville, AR 72503-2317, or electronically at https://lyon.bamboohr.com/careers. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lyon College does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin. We comply with all federal and state laws regarding equal employment opportunities. Learn more about Lyon College at www.lyon.edu. Join us at Lyon College and be the difference in shaping the future of curious and dedicated students!