Development Associate: Donor & Events Support

Reid Park Zoological Society; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Zoo membership

Employee assistance program

Retirement plan

Discounts on concessions and gift shop

Job summary

Reid Park Zoo is seeking a part-time Development Associate to provide office support for the Development Department, including Membership and Events. The role reports to the Chief Development Officer and supports donor interactions, mailings, data entry, and event logistics in a dynamic, public-facing environment.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of administrative experience, excellent communication, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks with

Qualifications

• Two years of administrative experience in an office environment.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid, current, unrestricted driver license.
• Pre-hire background check and pre-employment drug screen (not THC).
• Periodic random drug testing if selected.
• Participates in emergency drills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to provide high-touch customer service to external partners and internal colleagues.
• Professional demeanor with sound judgment and confidentiality.
• Energetic, able to work in a fast-paced public attraction.
• Able to take direction and adapt as needed.
• Regular physical attendance and reliable schedule.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Google Workspace, multi-line phones, copiers, printers, and postage machines.
• Provides development staff with weekly meeting agendas and notes.

Responsibilities

• Provide office support for the Development Department and sub-departments (Membership and Events).
• Handle daily mail functions, scanning, folding, stamping and mailing documents.
• Record donor interactions for the department and assist with phones and information.
• Assist with mailings, vendor communications, and auction donations.
• Assist at events with setup/tear-down, check-in, and other duties.
• Process ticket donation requests from online forms and mail.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Degree in business administration or relevant field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Google Workspace

Blackbaud Altru

Job description

Reid Park Zoo is seeking a part-time Development Associate to provide office support for the Development Department, including Membership and Events. The role reports to the Chief Development Officer and supports donor interactions, mailings, data entry, and event logistics in a dynamic, public-facing environment.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of administrative experience, excellent communication, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks with