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Development & Communications Associate

Rescue Mission of Utica, Inc
Utica, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2026
JOB SUMMARYResponsible for the oversight of all Rescue Mission’s private donation activity.

Design and conduct analyses, develop metrics and goals and assist frontline fundraising efforts.

Cultivates, stewards and solicits donors through targeted appeals, campaigns and individual outreach.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSMaintain the donor database to ensure accuracy and relevancy of all records.

This includes entering donations, updating donor mailing preferences and contact information, and preparing year-end giving statements.Provide front office, phone and door overage when necessary.Send acknowledgement of all gifts received in an accurate and timely manner.Prepare month-end reports for Finance Department.Sort mail to prepare for entry into the database.Analyze donor segments to determine mailings.Plan daily work and oversee office, volunteers, part-time and seasonal workers.Prepare monthly In-kind spreadsheet and acknowledgement letters.Prepare mail merge and bulk mails when needed. Assist the Development Director with special mailings/projects. Work closely with the Development Team for execution of special events.

Engage with current and potential donors through a variety of marketing channelsMaintains working knowledge of Thread of Life Thrift Store operations including but not limited to cash register and cash procedure; and participates/assists in coverage rotation at store when needed.May be required, on occasion, to work holidays, evenings and weekends to attend special events. Abide by all Mission, program and safety policies, procedures and guidelines.Attend and participate in regular meetings and trainings as requested by your supervisor.All other duties as requested by your supervisor. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSHigh School Diploma or equivalent. Associates degree in related field preferred. Familiarity with database usage and data entry.Intermediate skills with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.Enthusiastic support of our Mission Statement.Status/Hours: Full Time, Monday -- Friday- 40 hours per week 8a-4p , may be required to work holidays, evenings, and weekends for events Pay Rate: $18.00-21.00 per hour

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefit package for eligible employees to include medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k), voluntary benefits, paid time off, holidays and paid training.

The Rescue Mission of Utica is an equal opportunity employer encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. 

Salary : $18 - $21

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