Membership Specialist

Mckinley Marketing Partners; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization is seeking a Membership Specialist to manage membership programs and support recruitment efforts. Key duties include outreach, relationship management, and collaboration with teams. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 2+ years in membership or sales roles. This position is remote but requires attendance at an annual conference.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in field sales, membership, or recruitment.
• Experience with pipeline and forecasting management.
• Customer-focused attitude required.

Responsibilities

• Establish relationships with members through various communication methods.
• Respond to membership inquiries in a timely manner.
• Coordinate and attend membership events.

Skills

Field sales experience

Membership management

Strong communication skills

Proficient with MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications

Job description

Job Type: Contract through March 2026

Location: Remote (note: attendance at annual conference is required)

Pay range: $30-35 per hour

Our nonprofit client is looking for amembership specialistto join their team until the end of March 2026. The specialist will assist with managing membership programs and initiatives, supporting recruitment, engagement, and retention efforts. This role requires extensive outreach, relationship management, and collaboration with internal teams to strengthen membership value and growth.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with members and non-members through calls, emails, and in-person meetings
• Respond to membership inquiries accurately and in a timely manner
• Collaborate with Sponsorships & Meetings Manager to share and develop leads
• Analyze, follow up on, and approve membership applications
• Coordinate and attend membership events and meetings to engage current and prospective members
• Support membership campaigns and follow-up communications
• Maintain and update membership database
• Partner with accounting on annual dues, resignations, and category changes
• Coordinate and participate in Membership Committee meetings
• Produce membership reports as needed
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years’ experience in field sales, membership, or recruitment, preferably in non-profit or technology-related organizations
• Experience with pipeline and forecasting management
• Positive, proactive, and customer-focused attitude
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Skilled at managing multiple tasks and priorities under deadlines
• Proficiency with MS Office and email systems
• Overtime and on-site attendance required at the Annual Conference venue