Advancement Data Specialist - Open to candidates in OR, WA & ID

Lutheran Coummunity Services North West; Portland (OR); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Community Services Northwest is seeking an Advancement Data Specialist who will support fundraising efforts through accurate donor data management. This fully remote position requires candidates to reside in OR, WA or ID and involves a mix of data entry, collaboration, and analysis. Applicants should possess experience in donor databases and be committed to serving diverse populations.

Benefits

Full benefits package including health coverage

Employer-paid short and long-term disability

403(b) Retirement plan with employer matching

12 Paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays each year

Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• 1 year related experience in data entry within a nonprofit or fundraising setting.
• Ability to communicate clearly in both spoken and written English.
• Intermediate mastery of business applications and productivity software.

Responsibilities

• Enter and maintain accurate donor data.
• Monitor data quality and resolve duplicate records.
• Collaborate across teams to support data needs.

Skills

Data Entry

Data Integrity

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CRM Systems

Excel

Data Visualization Tools

Job description

Advancement Data Specialist - Open to candidates in OR, WA & ID

LCSNW Tacoma Remote, Tacoma, Washington, United States of America •

LCSNW Spokane Remote, Spokane, Washington, United States of America •

LCSNW Portland Remote, Portland, Oregon, United States of America •

LCSNW Seattle Remote, Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM

Our Mission: Lutheran Community Services Northwest partners with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.

About Us Lutheran Community Services Northwest is a non-profit human services agency that improves lives of people in communities throughout Washington, Oregon and Idaho. We provide a wide variety of services to adults, adolescents, children, families, schools and communities. We are privileged to touch lives of all ages, cultures and faiths.

MISSION IMPACT: All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.

The Advancement Data Specialist supports our mission by ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and usefulness of donor data, enabling effective fundraising, stewardship, and financial transparency. This work strengthens donor relationships and equips the organization to make informed, mission-driven decisions that sustain vital services for the community.

This is a remote position that requires candidates to live within our 3-state operating area of Oregon, Washington or Idaho and be able to occasionally travel to our offices within OR, WA & ID.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Enter and Maintain Accurate Donor Data: Perform daily and routine data entry, updates, and maintenance of donor records in the CRM system.

● Ensure Data Integrity and Consistency: Monitor data quality, resolve duplicate records, and uphold standards for coding, flags, and segmentation.

● Process Donor Contributions and Acknowledgments: Partner with finance to record gifts accurately and manage the timely generation of acknowledgment letters.

● Collaborate Across Teams to Support Data Needs: Work closely with advancement, finance, and other departments to ensure CRM data supports organizational goals.

● Manage Pre- and Post-Event Needs: Support fundraising staff with operational needs related to events including supporting a range of fundraising platforms and event processing.

● Support Reporting and Dashboards: Maintain simple dashboards that track donor activity and key advancement metrics.

● Assist with Donor Research and Profile Updates: Conduct donor research and prepare reports on donor engagement, ensuring all information in current in CRM database; update profiles with research findings to support stewardship and engagement strategies.

Role(s): Role-specific expectations for this job are outlined as follows.

● Team Member. All LCSNW team members are responsible for upholding and encouraging LCSNW values: compassion, integrity, interdependence, inclusion and stewardship; communicating openly and effectively; building collaborative relationships in balance with working independently; and strictly adhering to confidentiality and HIPAA standards.

REQUIREMENTS:

● 1 year of related experience; data entry, ideally in donor/customer databases in a nonprofit or fundraising setting

● HS diploma or equivalent

● Fluency in English and additional language(s) as outlined in the job posting, both spoken and written; clear verbal and written communication, especially around data reporting

● Intermediate mastery of business applications and productivity suites; familiarity with donor CRM systems (e.g. Neon, Salesforce NPSP, Raiser’s Edge, DonorPerfect); strong

skills in Excel and data visualization/reporting tools; demonstrated ability to quickly master new software and technology

● Works well independently with high quality and attention to detail, especially in data entry and recordkeeping; ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights

● Demonstrates resilience, awareness and self-regulation in navigating challenges, conflict and obstacles/barriers.

● Thrives in a diverse and multicultural environment; works with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies to enhance end-user experiences throughout the service lifecycle; and ensures excellence in customer service

● Demonstrates exceptional commitment to serving and advocating for diverse and marginalized populations

● Successfully completes tasks in a low noise environment

● Interacts with others and performs tasks in-person and through the use of technology, with long periods of stationary activity and minimal periods of increased physical activity including and not limited to sitting, standing and walking

● Moves equipment/materials weighing up to 25 pounds

● Travels between worksites occasionally

● Works in a variety of settings, including and not limited to LCSNW office locations, partner agency and community-based settings, and faith-based settings such as churches

● Meets LCSNW criminal background clearance requirements and other job-relevant clearances as required by the State or program

Compensation ranges are based on the area is which the candidate resides and are as follows:

Spokane, WA and Boise, ID: Minimum is $24.98 / Maximum is $37.46

Portland, OR/Vancouver, WA: Minimum is $26.22 / Maximum is $39.34

Seattle/Tacoma/Everett: Minimum is $28.73 / Maximum is $43.09

The Perks: We offer a full benefits package with options for medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage; employer-paid short and long-term disability, as well as life insurance. Vacation includes up to 2 weeks in the first year. Up to 2 weeks of Sick leave for you or to take care of your immediate family (based on hours worked). 12 Paid Holidays plus 2 Floating Holidays each year. A 403(b) Retirement plan, with employer matching after meeting eligibility requirements. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to help and support you. Staff potentially eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness program as a 501(c) 3 employer.

We thank all candidates in advance for their interest in joining the Lutheran Community Services Northwest team. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

LUTHERAN COMMUNITY SERVICES NORTHWEST IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND COMMITTED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCY.

LCSNW Tacoma Remote, Tacoma, Washington, United States of America,

LCSNW Spokane Remote, Spokane, Washington, United States of America,

LCSNW Portland Remote, Portland, Oregon, United States of America,

LCSNW Seattle Remote, Seattle, Washington, United States of America