Development Coordinator

Saint John’s Program for Real Change mission is to provide a safe space for women and children to heal and develop the skills necessary to transform their lives. We accomplish our mission by holding to our vision to end the generational cycle of trauma and homelessness. 

 

We operate the largest residential program for formerly homeless women and children in the Sacramento region providing services 24 hours/day, 365 days/year, offering shelter, meals, childcare, and comprehensive support services, including Behavioral Health Services, Hands-on Employment Training, Career Education, and Family Services. 

 

Joining our team means becoming part of a community dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of those we serve. At Saint John’s, you ‘ll be part of something bigger – a mission-driven organization committed to making a lasting impact on our community. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where teamwork, compassion, and empathy are valued. You’ll be surrounded by dedicated colleagues who share your passion for service others. We believe in investing in our staff and providing opportunities for professional growth and development because we recognize your work here will truly make a measurable difference. 

 

Benefits/Perks of a career at Saint John’s 

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• Choice of 8 medical plans 

• Choice of 3 dental plans 

• Vision, Life and Accident and Injury Insurance 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• 403 (b) 100% match for 1%–6% of pay 

• Paid Time Off includes: 11 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, 7 sick days and up to 18 days of vacation per calendar year. 

Qualifications:

TITLE                         Development Coordinator   

SALARY                    $60,000 - $63,000 

CLASSIFICATION     Full-Time, Non-exempt   

LOCATION                Onsite – Jackson Rd. Sacramento, CA   

SCHEDULE               Monday - Friday, occasional evening/weekend with events 

 

You’ll be responsible for… 

Gift Processing, In-Kind Management & Data Operations 

• Accurately record all monetary and in-kind gifts (donations of goods/services) and maintain donor information in Salesforce.  

• Prepare and send donor acknowledgment and year-end tax letters.  

• Generate weekly, monthly, and ad hoc fundraising reports. 

• Maintain and support the department’s fundraising and communication technology platforms. 

• Manage Development databases and systems, including but not limited to: 

• Salesforce 

• Constant Contact 

• GreaterGiving 

• GiveLively 

• Stripe 

Event Support - Assist with key fundraising and donor-engagement events, including Party for Change, Guest Chef Dinner, and other special events throughout the year. 

Party for Change 

• Act as liaison between sponsors and the Development team/PFC Committee/BOD. 

• Track sponsorship commitments, payments, and deliverables; communicate event details and deadlines. 

• Manage the registration system (guest lists, seating, meals, purchases). 

• Process and reconcile event-night purchases and donations. 

• Coordinate and train registration volunteers; oversee guest check-in. 

Guest Chef Dinner 

• Manage ticket sales, seating assignments, and guest lists. 

• Prepare event-day systems, including payment tools, cash handling, and reconciliation. 

• Oversee guest check-in and front-of-house logistics. 

 

You must have... 

• A BA or 4 years equivalent experience  

• Fluent in English language (spoken and written) 

• Excellent organizational skills and razor-sharp attention to detail. 

• Experience with online systems and databases; Salesforce preferred. 

• Strong computer skills (Excel, email platforms, online payment/donation systems). 

• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills. 

• Ability to handle sensitive donor and client data with confidentiality. 

• A proactive problem-solver who can think on their feet and improve processes. 

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. 

 

It's a plus if you have... 

• Fluency in Spanish language (spoken and written) 

• Trauma informed training  

• Advanced experience in Salesforce 

 

Physical Requirements 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The physical requirements for performing the essential functions of this position require the employee to be able to: 

• Standing/walking approximately 20% and sitting 80% of the time 

• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

• Ability to hear and respond to simple and sometimes critical messages exchanged in noisy/high traffic areas. 

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

 

You'll be successful if... 

You're organized and diligent. 

You can multitask because you keep things in order. You can handle and prioritize multiple projects of various origins at once. You follow through on every request, no matter how big or small. You keep your cool under pressure and know how to prioritize your responsibilities. And when you need help, you’re not afraid to ask. 

You’re a strong communicator. 

You take your role seriously and are a great communicator in verbal and written communication. You’re intentional about giving internal and external clients a positive interaction. 

You’re a problem solver and a strategic thinker. 

You find new and efficient ways to streamline and create processes to make things run more smoothly. You are analytical and can infer the implications and consequences of approaches and anticipate potential issues before they occur. 

You are a team player. 

You care more about overall results than personal recognition. You genuinely love collaboration and the process of working together to accomplish. You thrive in an environment where people are passionate about their work and mission. You’re excited to work cross-functionally with other departments. 

You are committed to promoting dignity, diversity, and equality. 

You believe in focusing on the solution, not the problem, and always write with dignity and respect at the forefront. 

You're detailed. 

You double and triple-check your work because you know that accurate data is crucial for an Accounting Department to operate successfully. You pay strong attention to detail, have excellent math, grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills. You care about the numbers being right and take the time to make sure everything reconciles or is set up to be error-proof. 

You're a self-starter. 

You can work unaccompanied, and you work just as hard and thoroughly by yourself as you do when someone is looking. 

 

Saint John’s Program for Real Change is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of age, color, gender, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, race, religion, marital status, or veteran status. 

Salary : $29 - $30