Donor Data & Systems Lead

Yale NewHaven Health; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a Donor Database Specialist to manage donor data, support Raiser's Edge protocol policies, and oversee systems for the Development Office. Responsibilities include data integrity, reporting, and collaboration with MIS on interfaces.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a technical field, 5 years of database development experience, and strong SQL/Office skills. The position sits within Yale New Haven Health's Development Office in Connecticut.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, related technical training or equivalent technical training and work related experience.
• Five (5) years experience in database and interface development utilizing access or comparable database software.
• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office software packages.
• Required knowledge of SQL Server or comparable database software, including programming ability.
• Knowledge of Raiser's Edge and Donor Drive software required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong statistical skills.
• Knowledge of accounting reports required.

Responsibilities

• Develop specifications, programs and documentation for system improvements and new applications.
• Research and recommend software tools and utilities for development office, as needed.
• Trouble-shoot and resolve desktop configuration issues as they relate to the installation and general usage of application software.
• Coordinate and install desktop software and hardware, as well as installing upgrades to commercial packages and re-integrate extensions and customizations related to donor database systems.
• Work with end users, technical peers and with vendors to resolve software problems and prepare for upgrades/enhancements.
• Maintain and troubleshoot Raiser's Edge and Donor Drive systems; ensure data entry quality.
• Collaborate with the Development Web Specialist on the web pages as linked with Raiser's Edge database.
• Implement changes to existing systems assuring application integrity and continuity.
• Monitor and optimize database performance. Ensure data entry quality.
• Assist end users with advice on query/view design and optimization.
• Full support/maintenance, data management and disaster recovery of Raiser's Edge, which is critical to the department's operation.
• Develop standard configuration and deployment methodologies assuring a level of uniformity across various applications.
• Perform database administrative procedures such as user accounts and security.

Skills

Database development

SQL proficiency

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Donor Drive

SQL Server

Job description

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a Donor Database Specialist to manage donor data, support Raiser's Edge protocol policies, and oversee systems for the Development Office. Responsibilities include data integrity, reporting, and collaboration with MIS on interfaces.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a technical field, 5 years of database development experience, and strong SQL/Office skills. The position sits within Yale New Haven Health's Development Office in Connecticut.