Development Executive, Operations

Greater St. Louis Area Council; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employer retirement matching

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Greater St. Louis Area Scouting in St. Louis, MO seeks a Development Executive, Operations to support fundraising and donor engagement, and to help manage programs that empower youth across the region.

You will work with development leadership, volunteers, donors, and partners to advance our mission through fundraising campaigns, donor relations, grant coordination, and operations support, with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and a minimum of five years in professional work experience, or a Bachelor's degree.
• Experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, or business development is beneficial.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support fundraising operations and donor engagement initiatives.
• Identify, cultivate, and engage prospective donors to support youth programs.
• Manage donor portfolio, assist with communications, acknowledgments, and stewardship.
• Coordinate development projects, events, and campaign resources.
• Track progress using fundraising metrics and prepare materials for meetings.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor engagement

Project management

Communication skills

Relationship building

Time management

Nonprofit operations

Canva

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Raiser's Edge NXT

CRM software

Job description

Development Executive, OperationsLocation: St. Louis, MissouriWebsite: www.scoutingstl.orgBuild a Career That Makes an ImpactAre you looking to launch or grow your career in fundraising, nonprofit operations, donor engagement, and community impact?Greater St. Louis Area Scouting is seeking a motivated and relationship-oriented Development Executive, Operations to support fundraising and development initiatives that help deliver life-changing programs to youth throughout the St. Louis region.This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional interested in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, donor stewardship, grant management, project coordination, and community engagement. Working closely with development leadership, volunteers, donors, and community partners, you will gain hands-on experience in multiple areas of nonprofit development while helping advance our mission.What You'll DoAs a member of the Development team, you will play an important role in supporting fundraising operations and donor engagement efforts.Fundraising & Donor RelationsBuild and maintain meaningful relationships with current donors and supporters.Identify, cultivate, and engage prospective donors who are passionate about Scouting's mission.Manage an assigned donor portfolio, helping supporters connect with and invest in local youth programs.Assist with donor communications, stewardship efforts, acknowledgments, and recognition activities.Support annual fundraising campaigns and special development initiatives.Development OperationsCoordinate development projects, meetings, events, and communications.Support donor database management, gift processing, reporting, and record maintenance.Prepare meeting materials, donor correspondence, and campaign resources.Track and report progress using established fundraising and engagement metrics.Grant & Project ManagementAssist with grant applications, reports, and follow-up activities.Coordinate timelines and ensure development projects stay on schedule.Collaborate with leadership to support strategic fundraising priorities.Community EngagementRepresent Greater St. Louis Area Scouting at community events and networking opportunities.Develop partnerships with community leaders, volunteers, businesses, and organizations.Attend and support district and council events that advance fundraising and community impact.What We're Looking ForDesired Skills & ExperienceStrong communication skills and an interest in developing expertise in fundraising, donor engagement, nonprofit operations, and project management.Experience in nonprofit organizations, customer service, event coordination, volunteer management, hospitality, sales, or relationship-building roles is preferred.Experience using CRM software such as Raiser's Edge NXT is a plus.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Canva preferred.Comfortable speaking with individuals and groups in both formal and informal settings.Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.Positive attitude, initiative, and a willingness to learn.Personal AttributesRelationship-focused and service-oriented.Self-motivated with excellent time-management skills.Professional, ethical, and dependable.Collaborative team player who can also work independently.Committed to continuous learning and professional growth.Education RequirementsAssociate degree and a minimum of five years of professional work experienceORBachelor's degree from an accredited college or universityAdditional QualificationsNonprofit, fundraising, donor relations, sales, customer service, or business development experience is beneficial but not required.Must be willing to accept and meet Scouting America leadership and membership standards and subscribe to the Scout Oath and Law.Must be at least 21 years of age unless otherwise prohibited by applicable law.Enjoy a flexible schedule that includes occasional evening and weekend events to engage with supporters and community partners.Ability to travel for training and professional development opportunities, including occasional annual training programs.A Scouting background is helpful but not required.Employment offers are contingent upon successful criminal, reference, and motor vehicle background checks.BenefitsGreater St. Louis Area Scouting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:Medical, dental, and vision insurancePrescription coverageLife insuranceLong-term disability coverageAccidental death and dismemberment insuranceFamily and medical leave benefitsMaternity leave benefitsRetirement savings plan with employer matchingPhone and mileage reimbursement for approved business expensesGenerous paid time off programPaid holidaysProfessional development opportunitiesCompensationStarting Salary: $44,000 annuallyHow to ApplyCompletion of the application process is required.Employment Inquiries: [e-mail]