Development Coordinator (CRS)

Congregation Rodeph Sholom (CRS); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Health Savings Account

403(b) retirement plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Gym membership subsidy

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Congregation Rodeph Sholom in New York City is seeking a Development Coordinator to support fundraising initiatives and donor stewardship. You will manage donor records in Salesforce, coordinate events, and collaborate with clergy and departments to further CRS’s philanthropic programs.

The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication. A hybrid work schedule is available with occasional evenings and weekends for events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Three to five years of professional experience in development, nonprofit administration, advancement services, customer service, or a related field.
• Experience working with CRM/database systems; Salesforce experience strongly preferred.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Zoom and Microsoft Teams required; familiarity with Monday.com and Concur is a plus.
• Familiarity with the Jewish calendar, holidays, customs, and lifecycle events is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support fundraising initiatives and donor stewardship.
• Manage Development data integrity and Salesforce records.
• Coordinate departmental meetings, events, and administrative workflows.
• Prepare reports and fundraising analytics for leadership decision-making.
• Collaborate with clergy and departments to execute fundraising campaigns.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Salesforce

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Office

Monday.com

Concur

Job description

ABOUT CONGREGATION RODEPH SHOLOM

Congregation Rodeph Sholom (CRS) is one of New York City's largest and most vibrant Reform synagogues, serving the Jewish community for more than 185 years. Located on Manhattan's Upper West Side, CRS is a welcoming, inclusive congregation where people of all backgrounds find connection, purpose, and belonging.

Our community reflects the rich diversity of Jewish life. Multi-generational families, young professionals, interfaith families, lifelong New Yorkers, those new to the city, individuals pursuing conversion, and those exploring Judaism for the first time have all found a spiritual home at CRS. Today, we proudly serve more than 1,900 member households and continue to grow as a center for worship, lifelong learning, social action, and Jewish community.

ABOUT WORKING HERE

At Congregation Rodeph Sholom, every interaction is an opportunity to strengthen relationships and build community. We believe meaningful connections are at the heart of everything we do - whether welcoming a new family, engaging a volunteer, supporting a donor, or celebrating a lifecycle milestone.

We foster a collaborative, mission-driven workplace where colleagues are encouraged to take ownership of their work, support one another, and contribute to the continued growth and success of our congregation.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Development Coordinator joins Congregation Rodeph Sholom during a period of continued growth and philanthropic momentum. Reporting to the Director of Development, this position plays an integral role in supporting the synagogue's fundraising efforts by helping cultivate meaningful relationships with congregants and donors while ensuring the efficient operation of the Development Department.

The Development Department is responsible for a diverse portfolio of fundraising initiatives, including the Annual Appeal, CRS Feeds, foundation and corporate giving, government grants, planned giving, special events, and donor stewardship.

The successful candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and dependable. They enjoy managing multiple priorities, take ownership of their work, and are committed to providing exceptional service to congregants, donors, volunteers, clergy, and colleagues. This individual exercises sound judgment, manages confidential information with discretion, and is equally comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Full-time position.
• Hybrid work schedule with the opportunity for one to two remote workdays each week.
• Standard office hours are 9:00 AM-5:00 PM (4:00 PM on Fridays).
• Flexibility is required to support occasional evening and weekend meetings, fundraising events, and synagogue programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Development Coordinator serves as a central member of the Development team and is responsible for supporting the successful execution of fundraising initiatives, donor stewardship, database management, and departmental operations.

Donor Engagement & Stewardship

• Collaborate with clergy, staff, volunteers, and lay leadership to support meaningful engagement with congregants, donors, and supporters.
• Coordinate donor stewardship and cultivation activities, including Annual Appeal Caller Nights, cultivation events, stewardship gatherings, recognition opportunities, and other fundraising initiatives.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for development-related inquiries, providing responsive, professional, and welcoming service to congregants and donors.
• Assist with donor communications, acknowledgments, stewardship materials, and outreach efforts that strengthen philanthropic engagement.

Fundraising Programs

• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of key fundraising initiatives, including:
  • Annual Appeal
  • CRS Feeds
  • Refugee & Immigration Support
  • Israel Support Initiatives
  • Roll of Remembrance
  • Yahrzeit Giving
  • Shireinu
  • Foundation, corporate, and government grant activity
  • Additional fundraising initiatives and special projects throughout the year.

Department Operations

• Own the annual planning, coordination, and execution of the Yahrzeit and Roll of Remembrance processes, ensuring accuracy, timely production, and effective collaboration across departments.
• Maintain ownership of the Development Department calendar, proactively managing fundraising milestones, project timelines, meetings, recurring initiatives, and critical deadlines.
• Coordinate departmental meetings, mailings, event logistics, project schedules, and administrative workflows that support the department's success.

Database & Gift Administration

• Own the integrity and accuracy of Development data within Salesforce, ensuring congregant and donor records, household relationships, gift history, pledges, acknowledgments, tribute information, and related records are complete, accurate, and current.
• Monitor database quality, identify discrepancies, recommend improvements, and maintain best practices for data management and reporting.
• Manage gift processing and pledge administration, including invoicing, payment tracking, acknowledgments, tribute notifications, and reconciliation.
• Partner with the Business Office to ensure billing accuracy, timely financial reporting, and an exceptional donor experience.

Reporting & Analytics

• Prepare reports, dashboards, mailing lists, gift analyses, and fundraising metrics that support campaign planning, donor stewardship, and leadership decision-making.
• Assist with prospect research, donor segmentation, and fundraising analytics as needed.

Financial & Administrative Operations

• Process departmental invoices, purchase requests, expense reports, and vendor payments.
• Maintain departmental files, records, supplies, and operational procedures.
• Support event logistics, meeting preparation, and special projects as assigned by the Director of Development.

Collaboration & Professionalism

• Partner closely with clergy and colleagues across Membership, Finance, Communications, Operations, and other departments to ensure coordinated execution of fundraising initiatives and congregational events.
• Handle sensitive donor, financial, and congregational information with the highest degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Demonstrate flexibility, initiative, and a willingness to assume additional responsibilities in support of the department's evolving priorities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Three to five years of professional experience in development, nonprofit administration, advancement services, customer service, or a related field.
• Experience working with CRM/database systems; Salesforce experience strongly preferred.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Zoom and Microsoft Teams required; familiarity with Monday.com and Concur is a plus.
• Familiarity with the Jewish calendar, holidays, customs, and lifecycle events is preferred.

CORE COMPETENCIES

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Outstanding attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Superior relationship-building skills and a commitment to providing welcoming, responsive service to congregants and donors.
• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues across the organization.
• Dependability, accountability, and a strong sense of ownership over assigned responsibilities.
• The ability to take direction, prioritize effectively, and consistently deliver high-quality work.
• A proactive, positive, and solutions-oriented approach with a strong "can-do" attitude.
• Flexibility and sound judgment in managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• High emotional intelligence, including empathy, professionalism, and the ability to build strong relationships with congregants, donors, volunteers, clergy, and colleagues.
• Enthusiasm for Congregation Rodeph Sholom's mission and a genuine commitment to strengthening Jewish communal life through philanthropy.

SALARY & BENEFITS

• Salary range:$75,000 - $80,000, commensurate with experience.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, sick leave, personal days, and parental leave.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account options.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching of up to 7%.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for commuter, medical, and dependent care expenses.
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• AFLAC supplemental insurance options.
• Gym membership subsidy.
• Professional development opportunities.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Congregation Rodeph Sholom is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As permitted by law, certain positions may require Jewish affiliation or knowledge as a bona fide occupational qualification when appropriate to the responsibilities of the role.