Development Operations Specialist - Philanthropy

Inside Philanthropy; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible work options

Student loan assistance

Professional development opportunities

Well-being resources

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking a Development Operations Specialist to support the Local Health Community philanthropy operations and advance fundraising for patient care, education, research, and community initiatives.

The ideal candidate is highly organized and compassionate, thriving in a fast-paced healthcare environment and committed to meaningful impact through philanthropy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, healthcare administration, business, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in office management, development, or donor relations, preferably in a healthcare or nonprofit setting.
• Experience supervising staff or managing volunteers. Proficiency in donor management systems and Microsoft Office Suite. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a mission-driven, patient-centered environment

Skills

Donor management systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, healthcare administration, business, or related field

Job description

Professional - Nonclinical
Req #: 88413

Summary:

The Local Health Community (LHC) Development Operations Specialist supports the mission of MaineHealth Philanthropy by ensuring the efficient operation of the philanthropy office. This role is central to advancing fundraising efforts that support patient care, education, research, community health programs, and capital initiatives for the region and LHC. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, compassionate professional who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment and is committed to making meaningful impact through philanthropy.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, healthcare administration, business, or related field.
2. License/Certifications: N/A
3. Experience: 5+ years of experience in office management, development, or donor relations, preferably in a healthcare or nonprofit setting.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Experience supervising staff or managing volunteers. Proficiency in donor management systems and Microsoft Office Suite. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a mission-driven, patient-centered environment
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $66,123.20to $89,481.60per year.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [e-mail]

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