Development Assistant, Annual Giving (Variable, up to 29 hours per week, October 13, 2026 to April 30, 2027)

Wolf Trap Foundation For The Performing Arts; Vienna (VA); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

403(b) Retirement Plan

Complimentary tickets

Discounts at Concessions and Gift Shop

Job summary

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is seeking a Membership Assistant to support the membership team with administrative tasks and provide excellent donor service. The role involves accurate data entry in Raiser's Edge, responding to donor inquiries by phone and email, and coordinating donor mailings and benefit materials.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate degree or equivalent and 1–2 years of experience in a nonprofit or board-relations environment, with strong communication,

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent, transferrable work experience.
• 1-2 years’ experience as a seasoned assistant, Board relations or non-profit organization experience preferred.
• Excellent phone/interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized; strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of The Raiser’s Edge preferred but not necessary.
• Sensitivity and commitment to the mission of Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts.

Responsibilities

• Enter confidential membership data into The Raiser’s Edge, the department’s donor tracking software.
• Provide excellent customer service over the phone and email to Wolf Trap Foundation members in response to questions about membership and benefits.
• Help coordinate mailings including donor acknowledgements and benefit materials.
• Assist with general administrative duties for membership as needed, including general phone support, proof reading, photocopying, faxing, filing, and assembling materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Phone skills

Organization

Microsoft Office

Raiser's Edge

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

The Raiser's Edge

Microsoft Office

Job description

WORK SCHEDULE: Varied Monday through FridayPOSITION LOCATION: Hybrid - will require days onsite and allow teleworkPAY RATE: $13.40/hourBENEFITS: Flexible work schedule; 403(b) Retirement Plan; Complimentary tickets to select performances; Discounts at Concessions and the Gift Shop.POSITION SUMMARY: Supports the membership team in completing administrative tasks and providing excellent customer service to donors.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Enter confidential membership data into The Raiser’s Edge, the department’s donor tracking software.Provide excellent customer service over the phone and email to Wolf Trap Foundation members in response to questions about membership and benefits.Help coordinate mailings including donor acknowledgements and benefit materials.Assist with general administrative duties for membership as needed, including general phone support, proof reading, photocopying, faxing, filing, and assembling materials.Other duties as assigned.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Associate’s degree or equivalent, transferrable work experience1-2 years’ experience as a seasoned assistant, Board relations or non-profit organization experience preferredREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Excellent phone/interpersonal skillsHighly organized; strong attention to detailProficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of The Raiser’s Edge preferred but not necessarySensitivity and commitment to the mission of Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing ArtsPHYSICAL DEMANDS:Must be able to remain in a stationary position 80% of the timeRegularly operates a computer and other office equipment (i.e., calculator, copier, printer, etc.)Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, bend and reach with armsLift/move up to 15 pounds infrequentlyWe’re pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation.Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives. We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact [e-mail]. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.