Database Administrator – Development

Oak Hill; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Hill in Hartford, CT is seeking a Database Administrator to lead our fundraising data infrastructure. You will serve as the primary administrator for Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT, ensuring data integrity and smooth gift processing to support donor relations.

You will build insightful reports and dashboards, transform donor data into compelling stories, and partner with Development, Finance and Leadership to improve operations and accountability.

Qualifications

• Experience managing Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT and donor databases.
• Strong knowledge of fundraising operations and gift processing workflows.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to transform data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead gift processing from receipt to reconciliation and acknowledgement.
• Develop reports and dashboards to guide fundraising strategy.
• Transform donor data into compelling stories demonstrating impact.
• Collaborate with Development, Finance and Leadership to improve operations and stewardship.

Skills

Blackbaud RE NXT

Fundraising ops

Gift processing

Financial reconciliation

Reporting

Excel

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Nonprofit accounting

Tools

Financial Edge

Donor management software

Job description

At Oak Hill, every donation tells a story. Every gift creates opportunities, expands services, and transforms lives for individuals with disabilities. We're looking for a passionate, detail-oriented Database Administrator who is ready to become the driving force behind our fundraising operations and help us build lasting relationships with donors who make our mission possible.

If you thrive on turning complex data into meaningful insights, enjoy optimizing systems and processes, and want your work to have a direct impact on a mission that matters, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As the Database Administrator, you'll be the expert behind our fundraising operations, serving as the primary administrator for Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT while ensuring the integrity of our donor database and gift administration process.

Lead all gift processing from receipt through acknowledgement and reconciliation. Develop insightful reports and dashboards that guide fundraising strategy. Transform donor data into compelling stories that demonstrate philanthropic impact. Partner closely with Development, Finance, and Executive Leadership to improve operations and decision-making. Support annual, major, corporate, foundation, planned, and legacy giving initiatives. Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and strengthen donor stewardship. Help cultivate a culture of philanthropy across the organization. Every report you create and every process you improve helps fuel programs that make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people we serve.

We're Looking For Someone Who Has

Experience managing Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT (3–5+ years preferred) Strong knowledge of fundraising operations and donor database management Experience with gift processing, financial reconciliation, and reporting Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Outstanding analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities A passion for accuracy, continuous improvement, and collaboration The ability to communicate complex data in ways that inspire action Experience with Financial Edge, planned giving, nonprofit accounting, or fundraising analytics is a plus.